The European Packaging Directive 94/62/EC (and amendments) specifies the legal framework for packaging and packaging waste on an EU level. There are no exclusions for the scope. All packaging and packaging waste is covered, whether used or released on a household or commercial level. Further, the distinction is made between sales packaging, group packaging, and […]

The European WEEE Directive 2006/66/EC covers Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators. However, a draft directive is currently under development that may add an additional battery type for electric vehicles and introduce further duties for producers. This article will focus on the directive in force. Battery types considered are portable batteries and accumulators, […]

The European WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU covers and specifies how to report Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) used by consumers and EEE intended for professional use. “B2C” (business to consumer) and “B2B” (business to business) are the terms primarily used in this context. When looking at EPR obligations, (amongst others) three criteria are relevant for a […]

Are you selling batteries as well as electrical and electronic equipment in Austria, and do you have an authorized representative appointed? Then you need to know that a special report to your authorized representative is required by the end of each year. To meet the reporting obligation, the total quantities of electrical and electronic equipment […]