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Information about the SUP (Single-Use-Plastik)
The Single-Use Plastic Fund is an important building block in the fight against plastic waste and environmental pollution. It was introduced to increase recycling rates and reduce the environmental impact of single-use plastics. The legal basis is the Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFG), which regulates the obligations of manufacturers and importers.
The term ‘single-use plastic’ refers to plastic products that are manufactured for single use and are usually thrown away after use, such as drinking cups, plastic bags, cutlery, straws or packaging. Single-use plastic is problematic because it decomposes very slowly and therefore contributes significantly to environmental pollution. It is particularly harmful to the environment in bodies of water and landfill sites as it can harm animals and is difficult to break down.
Who has the obligation?
Producer and importers as initial distributors that place products such as disposable cups, plastic bags or other single-use plastics on the market must ensure that they are properly reported and, where applicable, that levies are paid. nnOrganisations involved in the recycling or collection of single-use plastics are also included in the regulations.
Which obligation?
This concerns the reporting and submission obligations of manufacturers and distributors of single-use plastics. They must regularly report the quantities of single-use plastic products placed on the market via the Federal Environment Agency’s “DIVID” portal. This helps to keep track of the quantity of products in circulation.
Violation
Non-compliance with the obligations under the EWKFG can lead to consequences. If companies do not fulfil their reporting obligations or fail to pay the levies, they may be subject to fines or other legal sanctions. In Germany, fines for breaches of environmental regulations can amount to several thousand euros or even more. In addition to fines, authorities can also impose conditions, such as the cessation of certain activities or the temporary closure of companies.
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Specific requirements for manufacturers acc. to EWKFondsG
Registrations
Just like with packaging, there is a registration requirement for Single-Use-Plastic, which is done through the "Zentralen Stelle Verpackungsregister" (ZSVR).
Additionally
Producers must participate in a dual system.
Quantity reports
Manufacturers must regularly report the quantities they place on the market. This helps to keep track of the quantity of products in circulation.
The German act on the Disposable Plastics Fund (Disposable Plastics Fund Act)
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What is SUP?
According to § 6 para. 3 ElektroG, every producer is obliged to provide a WEEE number when selling products and on invoices. The basis for ear registration is the WEEE Directive applicable in Europe, which is transposed into German law by the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG).
Who does the Single-Use Plastics Fund Act apply to?
The law applies to companies established in Germany that commercially supply or sell these products for the first time on the German market. Foreign-based companies that sell these single-use plastic products to Germany are also subject to the law.
What are sigle-use plastic products?
According to Section 2 No. 1 of the EWKVerbotsV, a “single-use plastic product” is a product made entirely or partly of plastic that is not designed to pass through several product cycles during its lifetime or is not reused for the same purpose.
Which products fall under the Single-Use Plastics Fund Act?
Three groups of companies are subject to the Single-Use Plastics Fund Act of 2023 and must already comply with its requirements. It applies to manufacturers (or importers) of certain products: wet wipes, balloons, tobacco products, and, from 2026, fireworks.
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