In this blog, we explore Italy’s upcoming textiles EPR legislation, what it means for your business, and how you can prepare ahead of the 2025 deadline...
Italy’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation for textiles is due by the end of 2025, and it will impact every business placing textile products on the Italian market. With no minimum threshold for producer obligations, now is the time to assess your compliance strategy.
Italy’s draft decree focuses on:
The legislation applies to a wide range of textile products, including:
All businesses placing these products on the Italian market, including manufacturers, importers, retailers, brand owners, and distance sellers—are within scope. There are no size-based exemptions.
Since the public consultation with the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE), further details on implementation have emerged. Formal legislation is expected by the end of 2025, meaning businesses have limited time to act.
ReDress Italy, Valpak’s recommended compliance scheme, is already accepting pre-EPR registrations. Signing up early ensures you:
Visit our International Compliance page to learn how we support businesses in meeting their international compliance requirements.
Italy’s upcoming textiles EPR legislation is a significant step toward sustainable product responsibility. With no minimum threshold, all companies selling textiles in Italy must act now.
Here’s how you can prepare: