Jessica Krahl
22.01.2025
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
According to the latest draft of the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), an Authorized Representative will be required in every member state. This significantly complicates online commerce, especially for smaller businesses. Read in this blog post everything about the Law and why this could become an issue!
Razvan Mutilica
17.01.2025
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
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.
ecosistant
02.01.2025
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, EU WEEE directive
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 like Amazon. Without EPR compliance, market access is no longer possible in the EU and many third countries. In this article, we explain how online retailers can meet these new [...]
Tibor Barsony
19.12.2024
circular economy, consumer guides, e-commerce guides, Uncategorized
Recycling symbols appear on packaging every day, yet their meanings often remain unclear. In this article, we explain the most important recycling symbols.
Guest Author
19.12.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, Uncategorized
Return Management: In this deep dive, you'll learn how you can improve your financial performance, streamline warehouse processes, and reduce your environmental footprint.
Andreas Landes
01.12.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides
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 in national environmental legislation, eco taxes are on the rise. With our guides we support e-commerce businesses in becoming ecotax compliant.
Tibor Barsony
15.11.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
Here you can find an overview of the LUCID Packaging Register: what it is, who is affected, and how to register.
ecosistant
06.11.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU WEEE directive
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.
ecosistant
01.11.2024
e-commerce guides
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...
Katharina Herwig
17.10.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
The Nordic recycling symbols include a series of standardized pictograms designed to represent different types of waste. We show you, how it works!
Katharina Kollehn
18.07.2024
circular economy, consumer guides, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
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?
Jessica Krahl
29.05.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
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?
Guest Author
25.04.2024
e-commerce guides
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.
Tibor Barsony
06.03.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, circular economy, Uncategorized
The UK enhances its EPR recycling efforts with the introduction of mandatory recycling labeling for packaging from 2026.
Tibor Barsony
08.02.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a principle that holds producers and retailers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, especially in terms of their environmental impacts. In the UK, EPR regulations significantly affect e-commerce sellers, particularly those from the EU selling goods to the UK. This article provides an overview of existing duties and looks ahead to future obligations.
Tibor Barsony
25.01.2024
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in Hungary is entering a new phase, which has significant implications for online retail in particular.
Andreas Landes
19.12.2023
e-commerce guides, EU WEEE directive
We have already reported some time ago that Amazon, like other marketplaces, is now obliged to check the EPR number of sellers. In reality, this leads to problems for many sellers, especially when it comes to electronic devices. The WEEE Reg. Number, which Amazon requires as proof, is often not accepted. So, what to do when Amazon suddenly blocks the listing due to an incorrect or missing WEEE number?
Tibor Barsony
05.12.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
EPR Denmark: With Law No. 807 amending the Environmental Protection Act, extended producer responsibility will be implemented in Denmark in 2025.
Tibor Barsony
29.11.2023
circular economy, consumer guides, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, Uncategorized
Sweden shows everyone how EPR can work: The Swedish government has adopted a comprehensive change in the Producer Responsibility Regulation for packaging, which will be fully effective from 2024.
Guest Author
19.09.2023
e-commerce guides
Exhausted by Amazon and how to succeed selling there? - Our Partner and Expert Seller Candy dealt with this question. Read in the following everything about How to handle the most common Amazon issues!
Tibor Barsony
06.09.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides
EU Textile EPR Directive: Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for textiles - what's behind it!
ecosistant
02.09.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, EU packaging waste directive, circular economy, Uncategorized
Due to the EU packaging waste directive, each member state has enforced their own laws that govern the recycling of packaging. In this article, we explain the key characteristics of the Spanish packaging law. Read on if you sell directly to consumers in Spain.
Tibor Barsony
10.08.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides
The German Batteries Act (BattG) regulates the marketing, return and environmentally sound disposal of batteries and accumulators (rechargeable batteries). Starting in 2023, important changes will come into effect that will affect companies and online retailers that deal with batteries. In this article, we would like to inform you about these changes and explain how we can support you in meeting the requirements of the law.
Guest Author
29.06.2023
e-commerce guides
Simply expand your business to European markets with Amazon COS (Call of Stock). Markus Pfister provides information on how this works, what advantages it brings and more in this blog post.
Guest Author
16.05.2023
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
With the raising interest of selling goods online, the European market of alcohol sales via e-commerce has grown as well. But there are still a few obstacles you need to be aware of before expanding new markets. Read therefore in this article everything about being compliant with different indirect taxes around the EU.
Jessica Krahl
12.05.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides, ecosistant updates, EU packaging waste directive
Which packaging law applies to a start-up in Estonia? What applies to online traders who ship to Estonia? All the latest information and changes ...
Guest Author
09.05.2023
e-commerce guides
Read everything about European Regulation on cosmetic products and what you need to do to sell your products in Europe in this article.
Jessica Krahl
02.05.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
In various European countries it already exists or is about to be introduced: The EPR - Extended Producer Responsibility for textile products. In the Netherlands, this will also become reality. Read if you are affected and what you have to do!
Guest Author
21.04.2023
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
EU takes action: Environmental advertising and eco-promises will be regulated in the future. Only licensed test seals will be allowed. Expert: "This will noticeably change the market."
ecosistant
03.04.2023
e-commerce guides
Podcasts have become an unstoppable trend in recent years, as they are perfect to consume alongside household or sports activities. There are also some exciting podcasts from the e-commerce scene. We present our favourites here!
Jessica Krahl
26.01.2023
e-commerce guides
E-commerce is booming! ... or not anymore?
It´s well known that the Corona pandemic has given e-Commerce a strong push in the last years. But how does it look in the first year "after" the pandemic?
Andreas Landes
10.09.2022
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
The Triman Logo is probably the most important recycling symbol in e-commerce. At least for online shops which ship to France. However, many sellers still don’t seem to know about it. What is important and how to use the Triman Logo? We’ll explain.
Guest Author
10.07.2022
e-commerce guides
Selling internationally has become a popular approach for online shops. However, it might seem like a complicated undertaking when you first start selling internationally. Here we show you some of the best practices for expanding your business successfully.
Guest Author
22.06.2022
e-commerce guides
Running an online store requires the selection and implementation of an appropriate pricing strategy as it will largely determine your financial and marketing results. Here we present you the best pricing strategies for e-commerce and how to implement them.
Sonja Sander
18.02.2022
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU WEEE directive
The German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) sets out requirements that all parties involved in the sale of electrical devices in Germany must adhere to. The third version came into force on 1 January 2022. Here you can find everything you should know.
ecosistant
15.12.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, EU packaging waste directive, circular economy
The German Packaging Act (VerpackG) is the implementation of the European Packaging Directive 94/62/EC into national law. Through the Packaging Act, traders are made responsible to participate in the recycling of their product and shipping packaging.
Andreas Landes
30.10.2021
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive, EU WEEE directive
From 2022, Amazon and other marketplaces are required by law to check the EPR registration number of their sellers for France and Germany. Further EU member states are expected to follow. Find out all you need to know on your EPR obligations.
Lena Bettin
30.07.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU WEEE directive
The WEEE symbol indicates to consumers which devices may not be disposed of in household waste but must be collected separately. Here you can find out whether you, as an online retailer operating throughout Europe, are obliged to use the symbol with or without the bar.
Lena Bettin
16.07.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides
On 16 July 2021, the European Market Surveillance Regulation came into full force. It is intended to prevent consumers from being put at risk by non-EU-compliant products. It also creates better conditions for fair competition. Find out here what the new EU regulation means for online trade.
Lena Bettin
25.06.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
The packaging law in Italy imposes a strict labelling obligation. Online retailers are obliged to label packaging that they place on the market in Italy. The environmental labelling standards must be complied with. In this article we explain what to look out for when making deliveries to Italy.
ecosistant
12.01.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides, ecosistant updates
Our partnership with Eden Reforestation Projects allows us to donate a part of our income from every purchase for the planting of trees. Thus, 3000 trees will be planted for all customers from the previous year.
Andreas Landes
04.01.2021
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
Ecommerce is growing so rapidly that legislators can barely catch up. Uur compliance checklist 2021 is meant to provide you an insight into what to expect in terms of ecommerce compliance in the next year(s).
Andreas Landes
08.12.2020
circular economy, consumer guides, e-commerce guides
Awareness for the enormous energy consumption of the internet and digital media is on the rise. Various tools are available to assess the carbon footprint of websites or online stores. We explain how it's done and what measures you can take to reduce CO2 emissions.
ecosistant
12.10.2020
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
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.
Andreas Landes
28.09.2020
e-commerce guides
Translate your online store to English and you are ready to sell overseas! Right? Well, not exactly! Selling internationally comes with a whole lot of new risks and responsibilities. We explain how to overcome 5 common challenges of international e-commerce.
ecosistant
16.09.2020
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
The German packaging register LUCID is already well known. But other countries in the EU have publicly accessible waste- and packaging registers, too. Companies that are not registered risk high penalties.
Andreas Landes
09.08.2020
circular economy, e-commerce guides
Consumers today value sustainability more than ever. But what is particularly important for your long-term success in e-commerce? In this article, we will show you all you need to know about purchasing sustainable packaging.
Mounia Jayawanth
22.05.2020
e-commerce guides
A wool scarf, yes - but wool packaging? The British company Woolcool has launched sustainable wool packaging and proves that it even works as a delivery box for frozen products.
ecosistant
14.05.2020
circular economy, e-commerce guides
Online retailers often complain about the high fees for packaging compliance. And that is understandable. The fees imposed on e-commerce businesses by compliance schemes can be quite a burden, especially for small online shops. But is this really caused by the fees charged for packaging waste recycling? And how high are these fees anyway?
Andreas Landes
29.04.2020
e-commerce guides, ecosistant updates
No matter if you want to build a tech-startup website, e-commerce website, or just a personal blog: unDraw offers free illustrations for websites! Here's why we recommend it.
Andreas Landes
22.04.2020
e-commerce guides, ecosistant updates
Many companies unite against climate change. The school protests known as Fridays for Future started last year and had a major global impact on fighting the climate crisis. Under the label Entrepreneurs for Future, many companies have joined forces with the protesters against climate change. Besides Fridays for Future and Scientists for Future, Entrepreneurs for [...]
Mounia Jayawanth
20.04.2020
e-commerce guides
Sustainability in e-commerce is getting more and more important. Here are 5 things environmentally conscious customers expect from online shops.
Mounia Jayawanth
17.04.2020
consumer guides, e-commerce guides, packaging tipps
The Criticism of plastic and its excessive consumption has been going on for many years. However, what many do not know is that black plastic is particularly harmful to the environment and can hardly be recycled. Black plastic is found in almost every household. It looks fancier and more elegant, but aesthetics have their price. [...]
Andreas Landes
09.04.2020
circular economy, e-commerce guides
What is a circular economy? How far are we still from this 'utopia'? And how is this connected with your online shop? We've collected some interesting facts for you in this blog post...
ecosistant
07.04.2020
circular economy, e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
As suggested by its name, the EU packaging waste directive is a directive by the European Union designed to govern the recycling of packaging waste in the EU member states... what does that mean for your e-commerce business?
ecosistant
06.04.2020
e-commerce guides
Should you as an online retailer use the Green Dot on packaging? We've done some research...
ecosistant
06.04.2020
e-commerce guides, EU packaging waste directive
What is important for online shops when calculating packaging quantities for each EU country? Find out all you need to know in this article...
ecosistant
06.04.2020
e-commerce guides, ecosistant updates, EU packaging waste directive
Finally a low-cost and simple solution for e-commerce to fulfill packaging waste compliance requirements in all of Europe...