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Cooking Oil in Drum
Blog, International
Commercial and Industrial Packaging in 2025: Key EPR changes in France and Spain

On 1 January 2025, Spain’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations expanded to include commercial and industrial packaging, now requiring businesses to report and pay for their packaging waste. With Spain’s unique classification system, understanding these changes is essential for compliance. In our blog, we break down the new rules, key definitions, and how businesses can prepare...

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Government district in Berlin, Germany
Blog, Compliance, International
Navigating Germany’s EPR: What businesses need to know

Germany’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations are among the most comprehensive in the world, impacting businesses that manufacture, import, or distribute products within the country. From packaging and single-use plastics to electronics and batteries, companies must comply with strict registration, reporting, and take-back requirements. Failure to meet these obligations can result in hefty fines and distribution bans. Our blog breaks down the key EPR legislation in Germany, helping businesses understand their responsibilities and navigate compliance with confidence.

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Blog, EPR, International
Navigating packaging EPR in the US: Are you prepared for Colorado’s upcoming deadline?

With Colorado’s first enforceable Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) deadline just days away, many producers remain unclear about their obligations. As new packaging Extended Producer Responsibility laws roll out across five US states, brands must quickly assess whether they are affected by these evolving regulations. Terri Lord's blog explores key questions to determine if your business needs to comply, offers insights into state-specific differences, and outlines steps to ensure compliance.

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Sustainable Electronics
International
France’s WEEE Sustainability Index

In a significant step towards sustainable consumerism, France's Decree No. 2024-316 introduces the sustainability index for electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), set to gradually replace the repairability index. Ellie Bisseker, Valpak International Account Manager, outlines what these changes mean for obligated producers/importers...

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Takeaway containers
Blog, International
Germany’s Single-Use Plastics Legislation

Liberty Lemm summarises how the introduction of Germany's Single-Use Plastics Fund Act holds manufacturers accountable for the lifecycle of their products with an aim to incentivise sustainable practices. She outlines the reporting compliance requirements, penalties for non-compliance and the next steps affected producers need to take to ensure they meet their legal obligations.

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Textil factory
Blog, International
EU Waste Framework Directive – Textile EPR

Ella Fairlie's blog discusses the EU Waste Framework Directive's new amendment to improve textile waste management, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to make producers accountable for waste costs, and to encourage sustainable practices. She outlines the 2023 changes to enforce stricter recycling and design requirements and limit waste exports.

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Plastic polymer pellets
Blog, International
Everything producers should know about the Italian Plastic Tax

Our latest blog breaks down everything producers need to know about Italy’s Plastic Tax. From what is in scope and key exemptions to rates and penalties for non-compliance, Aleeza Rai summarises what the tax means for those affected, helping businesses with a global presence keep abreast of their obligations to ensure compliance and sustainability.

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Canada EPR
Blog, International
Canada’s changing EPR landscape

As Canadian EPR legislation undergoes comprehensive changes, Valpak’s Niall Bennett and RLG Canada’s Jade Bassler join forces to discuss what companies need to know to remain compliant and future-proof their business.

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Plastic Ocean Pollution
Blog, Compliance, International
Netherlands Single-Use Plastic Products Directive

The Netherlands has implemented measures in accordance with the EU Single-Use Plastic Directive to regulate the use of Single-Use Plastic Products. Aleeza Rai, Valpak International Account Manager, discusses the challenges associated with single-use plastics and highlights the steps taken by the Dutch Government to address this issue.

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