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Compliance in e-commerce is complex. This blog provides online retailers with the knowledge they need to confidently implement EPR, packaging regulations and product regulations in the EU.
Green Compliance as a Growth Driver: Why D2C Brands Need to Act Now
EU packaging regulation 2025/40 PPWR: what does it mean for e-commerce?
EPR Authorized Representative in the EU: Guide for Packaging, WEEE and Batteries
Green Compliance as a Growth Driver: Why D2C Brands Need to Act Now
What was once considered a nice-to-have has become an operational necessity. Green Compliance is now a prerequisite for market access, successful partnerships with retailers, marketplaces, and logistics providers, as well as long-term customer loyalty.
EU packaging regulation 2025/40 PPWR: what does it mean for e-commerce?
The first provisions of the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) started applying from August 12, 2026. These include the obligation to use compliant packaging, follow rules on producer responsibility and appoint Authorized Representatives. We have summarized the most important points for online retailers here.
EPR Authorized Representative in the EU: Guide for Packaging, WEEE and Batteries
Every country in Europe has its own environmental laws, reporting formats and deadlines. The EPR Authorized Representative is responsible for ensuring that retailers comply with the various regulations. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about EPR Authorized Representatives: What role do they play, for which waste streams are they needed and how do you find the right one?
PPWR Manufacturer vs. Producer: Which are you?
Understanding if and whether you are a PPWR manufacturer vs. producer is the first step in your PPWR compliance journey. Learn more about the roles and their responsibilities in this article.
EPR for Sports and Leisure Products in France: What Companies Need to Know
In this article, we provide an overview of the legal framework, registration requirements and future challenges.
Benefits of EPR: Recycling fees that make a real difference
For many online retailers, EPR initially feels like complex registrations, unclear reporting requirements and additional costs. Upon closer examination, the benefits of EPR (“Extended Producer Responsibility”) can be significant.
How to Get an EPR Registration Number for Amazon & Co.
Amazon and other marketplaces are required by law to check the EPR registration number of their sellers in some European countries. Further EU member states will follow. Find out all you need to know on your EPR obligations.
EU Textile EPR Directive for Fashion Brands
EU Textile EPR Directive: Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for textiles – what’s behind it!
July 2026: EU Ban on Destruction of Textiles and Unsold Goods
Starting in July 2026, large companies in the EU will be prohibited from destroying certain unsold textiles and consumer products. Read more about it here.
Packaging law in France: a guide for e-commerce
In accordance with the EU packaging waste directive, any business that sells packaged goods to French end-consumers needs to register their packaging with a French recycling scheme. What else is to know about the packaging law in France? Read our quick guide for cross-border e-commerce.
stiftung ear Registration: What You Need to Know
Do you sell electrical appliances or batteries in Germany? Then registering with stiftung ear is a must. Find out everything you need to know.
What Is a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO)? The key players behind Europe’s recycling system
PROs handle the complex organization of collection, recycling, and reporting for producers. In this article, we explain what PROs are, what obligations remain with producers and what challenges and opportunities arise from current legislation.
German packaging law: Cheap packaging license 2026 for e-commerce
We are often being asked about costs for the packaging license in Germany. Costs for these licenses often put a high burden on small online retailers and startups. However, there are also cheap offers on the market…
Obligations in E-Commerce: EPR for Furniture and Mattresses Explained Clearly
EPR for furniture and mattresses in Europe – which regulations apply? There are currently only regulations for these products in three European countries. However, the trend is rising. In this article, we explain what this means for your company and what steps you should take now.
Toys EPR France: What companies need to know
Toys EPR France? Companies that place toys on the French market need to familiarize themselves with the specific EPR obligations for this waste stream. In this article, we provide an overview of the legal framework, registration obligations and future challenges.
Textile EPR Italy: What you need to know
Textile EPR Italy: Sustainability and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are reshaping industries across Europe, including Italy. Recent developments highlight the importance of EPR for textiles, impacting producers, importers, and stakeholders.
EPR: Extended Producer Responsibility in Cross-Border E-Commerce
In recent years, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has become a hot topic in e-commerce. It has also become increasingly important for sellers on online plattforms
Recycling Symbols on Packaging: An Overview
Recycling symbols appear on packaging every day, yet their meanings often remain unclear. In this article, we explain the most important recycling symbols.
Return Management in E-Commerce: How to Reduce Your Return Rates
Return Management: In this deep dive, you’ll learn how you can improve your financial performance, streamline warehouse processes, and reduce your environmental footprint.
Green Tax and Ecotax Guidelines for E-Commerce
Ecotax, green tax, environmental tax – what is this all about? And why should e-commerce sellers care? With the EU Green Deal and the increase
Design for Recycling: Towards Sustainability by Making Products Recyclable
Design for Recycling is becoming increasingly important. But what does it actually mean?
LUCID Packaging Register: Background and Guide
Here you can find an overview of the LUCID Packaging Register: what it is, who is affected, and how to register.
EU WEEE Directive: How to sell electronics online internationally
Have you tried to sell electronics online in the EU? The WEEE directive makes it difficult for e-commerce sellers and startups to sell electronic products internationally. In this article, we explain the EU WEEE directive of 2012 (latest revision 2018) and its implication on your online business.
Nordic Recycling Symbols for packaging in Scandinavia
The Nordic recycling symbols include a series of standardized pictograms designed to represent different types of waste. We show you, how it works!
Labeling Requirement Spain: New EPR from 2025
Labeling Requirement Spain: The planned labeling requirement in Spain will be introduced from 2025 for all household packaging.
Directive (EU) 2019/904 – Single Use Plastic and Labeling Requirements
The European Union has taken a significant step to curb the plastic tide with Directive (EU) 2019/904. What does this mean for e-commerce?
Plastic tax in Italy July 2026
Based on the EU directive on the use of single-use plastic products, Italy will introduce a plastic tax in 2026. But who will be subject to this tax, which products will be affected and what else should be considered?
The Responsible Person’s role under the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
This article provides some insight on the role of Responsible Person (RP) of a Cosmetic Product, and everything that needs to be considered before selling your product in Europe. This is why usually importers delegate that complex role to a third party.
Sustainable Polybags in Fashion e-Commerce
Fashion e-commerce and the challenge of sustainability – Read in this article, what influence polybags have regarding this and if there are any sustainable alternatives that are also economical.
UK EPR 2026 + 2027: New recycling labeling
The UK enhances its EPR recycling efforts with the introduction of mandatory recycling labeling for packaging from 2026.
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