In this edition, we continue to offer our subscribers specialized information on EPR compliance.
If you have any questions, our experts are available for personal consultation.
Today's topics at a glance
Expansion of Our Services: Authorisation under EWKFondsG for foreign companies in Germany
EU: New EU Packaging Regulation - Delay in final adoption
EU: New labelling requirements for communication equipment
EU: Product Safety Regulation - Obligation for Online Marketplace Providers
Webinar-Erinnerung: The Single-Use Plastic Fund in Germany
Fresh Up - Reminders / Dates
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Expansion of our services:
Authorisation under EWKFondsG for foreign companies in Germany
We are pleased to offer foreign companies the takeover of authorization under EWKFondsG and all associated obligations as part of our full-service offering.
Our Full-Service Offer in Detail:
Assumption of statutory manufacturer obligations
Legal review of the assessment notices from the Federal Environment Agency
Payment of the assessed fees according to the assessment notice
Consultation on all questions regarding the assumption of authorization
Support with initial inquiries regarding quantity verification by an expert, auditor, or tax advisor
Process support for our clients
Deutsche Recycling provides you with a fast and cost-effective solution that covers all aspects of the application process.
The final adoption of the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation will not be presented in the European Parliament this week as previously planned.
The procedure stipulates that the regulation is deemed adopted if no political group or at least 5% of MEPs request a vote within 24 hours of the announcement. If there are no objections, there is no need for a further vote in Parliament.
Following this adoption at the parliamentary level, the Council of the European Union must still formally approve it. As soon as the Council has adopted the regulation, it will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
The regulation will officially enter into force 20 days after publication.
However, companies will have a transition period of 18 months before the new rules actually have to be implemented.
EU: New labeling requirements for communication equipment
Directive (EU) 2022/2380 extends the rules for the sale of radio equipment, such as mobile phones, tablets and other devices with radio functionality. This regulation requires labelling to ensure that consumers are better informed when purchasing radio equipment.
From 28 December 2024, the new requirements must be met for most devices.
For laptops, the rules will come into force later, on 28 April 2026.
Scope and affected products
The regulation covers radio equipment such as mobile phones, tablets, headphones, speakers, e-readers and many other portable devices. New labelling requirements apply to all these products.
New labelling elements
Pictogram for the power supply: Retailers must indicate on the packaging or near the price in online shops whether a power supply is included. This must be clearly displayed using a special pictogram. It is not sufficient to display the pictogram via an external link.
Information on charging function and compatible power supplies: An additional label must inform consumers about the charging functions of the device and the compatible power supplies. This label must also be placed in a clearly visible position on the packaging or, in the case of online offers, near the price.
Option to purchase without a power supply: Retailers must offer customers the option to purchase the devices without a power supply if they have the devices including the power supply in their range.
Consequences of non-compliance:
If the requirements are not met, the market surveillance authorities can take measures that go as far as prohibiting sales. Since the rules are considered market behaviour rules, violations can also be punished and warned against as competition violations.
Does your company place radio equipment on the market and you are unsure which obligations apply to your company? We will be happy to help.
EU: Product Safety Regulation - Obligation for online marketplace providers
The Product Safety Regulation, which comes into force on 13 December, sets out new requirements specifically for e-commerce to strengthen consumer protection and ensure that consumers in the EU have safe access to products via online platforms.
Affected parties
The regulation affects all economic operators, including manufacturers, authorised representatives, importers, distributors. Online marketplace providers are not themselves economic operators (i.e. neither manufacturers nor distributors) according to the regulation. However, if the online marketplace provider also manufactures or sells products itself, it must also fulfil the corresponding obligations of a manufacturer or distributor in addition to the general platform obligations.
Obligations for online marketplace providers:
Platforms such as online marketplaces that enable consumers to conclude contracts with companies for the purchase of products have specific obligations under the regulation. These include:
Central point of contact: The platform must designate a point of contact for market surveillance authorities and consumers in order to be able to respond quickly to enquiries.
Rapid implementation of official measures: If market surveillance authorities order the removal of dangerous products or warnings, for example, the platform must normally implement this within two days.
You can read more about the new European General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) by clicking on the link below.
On Tuesday, 19 November 2024, at 10:30 AM, Stefan Koch and Sebastian Pfeiffer will present in german challenges and practical solutions regarding the Single-Use Plastic Fund in Germany.
Learn how your company can efficiently meet the new requirements.
In the webinar on Thursday, 21 November 2024 at 10:30 a.m., Tim Ludwig will show you in English what new obligations fashion companies will face as a result of extended producer responsibility (EPR).
Take the opportunity to ask your questions directly in our subsequent Q&A session and benefit from the experience of our experts.
In our webinar on Thursday, 28 November 2024 at 10:30 a.m., Sascha Aue will inform you in German about the extended producer responsibility (EPR) for EU accession candidates. Find out how the regulations affect these countries and what companies can expect in these markets. We warmly invite you to the subsequent Q&A session to discuss your questions with our expert.
Spain - EPR for packaging: Labelling will be mandatory from January 2025. All packaging must be clearly visible and legibly labelled with a pictogram indicating the intended disposal container.
Germany – Stiftung ear: Stiftung ear has announced that no new fee regulation will come into force on 1 January 2025. The fees will not be adjusted until August 2025 and will be linked to the amendment of the Battery Act.
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