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What exactly is the insolvency-proof guarantee?
Anyone selling electrical appliances in Germany must comply with important legal regulations. A key requirement is the insolvency-proof guarantee. Many
ElektroG Compliance: What matters when it comes to small appliances
Did you know that a flashing greeting card is legally classified as an electrical device? The reason is the “open
🔋 E-bike Batteries: Boom, Fire Hazard & Disposal
The numbers speak for themselves: 15.7 million e-bikes were on German roads in 2024 – a massive increase compared to
Recyclates Explained: From Plastic Waste to Valuable Raw Material
Recycled materials are more than just “recycled plastic.”They are a key raw material for the circular economy and help us
Which category does my device fall into?
Anyone who places electrical or electronic equipment on the market in Germany is required by the ElektroG to register with
EPR Representative Authorization: Rules for Packaging, Equipment, and Batteries
Anyone selling products in Europe will quickly come across the term EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility). However, one key point is
Take-back obligations for waste electrical and electronic equipment under the ElektroG4
The Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) regulates the environmentally sound disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. Since the ElektroG4
EPR 2026: The Compliance Check for E-Commerce / Online Retail
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) holds companies accountable: Anyone who places products on the market is responsible for their entire lifecycle
🔋 Dispose of batteries properly!
Whether they’re empty button cells, rechargeable batteries from digital cameras, or batteries from remote controls: once they’re used up, the
OfH Check 2026: Roles and Responsibilities of Manufacturers, Retailers, and OfH!
The new Battery Act Implementation Act (BattDG) has been in effect in Germany since October 7, 2025. It transposes the
EUNR is launching! A new network of European packaging registers
Brand new and officially launched: 16 EU member states have joined forces in the European National Registers Network (EUNR) to
🔆 PV Modules Under the ElektroG4 – Key Questions and Answers for Manufacturers and Dealers
With the ElektroG4, which took effect on January 1, 2026, new and stricter obligations apply to manufacturers and retailers. Here
Fast Tech & E-Waste: The New Trend & EU Laws for 2027
The principle of fast fashion – rapid production, low prices, short lifespan – is increasingly taking hold in the electronics
PPWR: The EU Declaration of Conformity becomes mandatory
Effective August 12, 2026, the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will apply directly. In addition to EPR compliance (such as LUCID
Germany Finalizes Its Packaging Law: The VerpackDG has passed the Bundesrat
On July 10, 2026, the Bundesrat adopted the new Packaging Law Implementation Act (VerpackDG). The German Bundestag had previously passed
EUNR publishes first guideline on the definition of a manufacturer under the PPWR
The European Union of Packaging Registers (EUNR) has published its first guideline on the interpretation of the PPWR. The focus
PFAS in Food Packaging: Health Risks & Impact from PPWR
Grease- and water-repellent food packaging – such as fast-food wrappers, french fry bags, or pizza boxes – often contains PFAS.
EPR Poland: Key Requirements for Batteries, WEEE, and Packaging
The Polish Ministry of the Environment and the relevant authorities are strictly enforcing extended producer responsibility (EPR). Anyone who places
The EmpCo deadline is approaching: No more misleading green claims
In less than three months, the world of sustainability communication will change.On September 27, 2026, the new EmpCo requirements will
EU Ecodesign (ESPR): The Roadmap for the Circular Economy Is in Place
With the Ecodesign Regulation (ESPR – Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation), the European Union is fundamentally reshaping the framework for
Modular Smartphones: A Concept for the Future?
Today’s electronics industry is characterized by short innovation cycles and a problematic throwaway culture. A promising approach to reducing electronic
PPWR Practical Check: Three Misconceptions About the New EU Packaging Regulation
The new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) represents one of the most comprehensive regulatory changes for the European economy. The goal
What Companies Need to Know About Eco-Modulation
Eco-modulation is a financial incentive and penalty system for packaging under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. Those who use
PPWR PFAS: New Limits & Bans Effective August 2026
Effective August 12, 2026, the new EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) prohibits the placing on the market of food contact packaging