How SMEs Can Complete Germany’s Packaging Law Registration on a Budget
Entering the German market is attractive—but it comes with clear environmental responsibilities. The Packaging Act (Verpackungsgesetz, “VerpackG”) requires companies that place filled packaging on the German market to register, report, and finance take-back and recycling. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the challenge is doing this correctly without overspending. This guide shows you how to […]
Germany’s Packaging Act and EU Environmental Rules: How Companies Can Comply with Both
The EU framework in brief While VerpackG sets Germany-specific procedures, it implements and goes beyond EU initiatives, chiefly: Packaging & Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD) → producer responsibility, prevention targets, recyclability, material-specific recycling rates. Single-Use Plastics (SUP) rules → restrictions, design and marking requirements, and EPR fees for certain plastic items. Circular economy & ESG […]
The Most Common Compliance Mistakes—and What’s Really Going Wrong
Skipping or Delaying LUCID Registration What happens: Products are barred from sale; marketplaces and retailers may delist you immediately. Root causes: Assuming the importer, 3PL, or retailer handles it Expanding into Germany without local compliance planning Fix it: Register before first sale. Align contracts to identify the “producer” (the party first placing the filled packaging […]
Germany’s Packaging Act 2025 Update: What Changes for B2C vs. B2B Companies
Why 2025 matters Germany’s Packaging Act (VerpackG) keeps evolving to push higher recycling rates and align with EU goals. In 2025, the most visible shift for many brands is the minimum recycled content requirement for single-use plastic beverage bottles entering the German market (and, broadly, the EU market): PET one-way bottles must contain at least […]
Amazon Will Subsidy to Chinese Sellers Registering for Battery in the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, and Ireland!
Chinese sellers on Amazon’s Netherlands, Poland, Ireland, and Sweden platforms, please check your inbox immediately to see if you have received an email with the subject line: “Up to €600 Subsidy per Marketplace for Battery Compliance Fees.” If you have received this email, congratulations—Amazon is sending you a subsidy! Details of Amazon’s Battery Law […]
EU Battery Compliance Guide: Key Requirements for Market Access
In the European Union, compliance with battery and accumulator regulations is crucial for businesses placing batteries on the market. The EU has established strict regulations to protect the environment and promote the sustainable use of resources. These requirements are outlined in EU Directive 2006/66/EC as well as other regulations governing the handling of batteries and […]
Global Negotiations on Plastic Pollution: Next Round Begins in Geneva
From August 5 to 14, 2025, the international community will gather in Geneva to resume negotiations on a Global Treaty to Combat Plastic Pollution. These talks follow previous rounds, most recently in December 2024 in Busan, where no agreement was reached on the draft treaty. Plastic Pollution Threatens Ecosystems Worldwide The situation is alarming: Around […]
Urgent Notice: Both Batteries and Packaging Must Be Registered to Obtain a Polish BDO Number
Urgent Notice from BDO Office According to the current Polish regulations on electrical equipment, batteries, and packaging materials, Polish authorities require companies applying for Battery registration to also submit Packaging registration at the same time. Recently, regulatory authorities have identified a large number of false applications during the review of Battery registrations. Many clients registered […]
Which Businesses Need to Understand the German Packaging Act?
Why the German Packaging Act Matters The German Packaging Act (VerpackG) came into effect to ensure that businesses take responsibility for the environmental impact of their product packaging. It applies to a wide range of companies placing packaged goods onto the German market—whether through retail, e-commerce, or B2B channels. Non-compliance can lead to heavy penalties, […]
Urgent Amazon Seller Alert: EU Battery Law Compliance Deadline Approaching
Scope of Application This regulation applies to both standalone batteries and batteries incorporated into products. Effective August 18, 2025, Amazon will enforce sales restrictions for unregistered batteries in designated countries. Manufacturer & Seller Obligations To ensure compliance, you must: • Register batteries with authorities in Germany, Sweden, Spain, Italy, Ireland, Denmark, or Poland• Alternatively, complete […]