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A comprehensive guide to the 2026 packaging reforms. Learn about Extended Producer Responsibility requirements, who they apply to, and what businesses need to know about registration, reporting, and compliance obligations.
A quick reference guide to the new Extended Producer Responsibility rules, who they apply to, what you need to do, and key deadlines to be aware of.
If you have an annual turnover of £1m+ AND handle 25+ tonnes of packaging, and you supply, import, or sell packaged goods in the UK, packaging EPR applies to you.
Register as a producer, report packaging tonnage by material type, pay disposal cost fees, and purchase PRNs/PERNs to meet recycling targets.
Join a compliance scheme or register directly with the regulator. Report packaging data bi-annually or annually, and fund collection and recycling through approved systems.
From March 2026, most packaging must carry recycling labels. Track packaging by material, recyclability, and nation of sale (England, Scotland, Wales, NI).
Frequently asked questions about packaging EPR regulations.
Check if your business has annual turnover of £1m+ and handles 25+ tonnes of packaging to determine if EPR obligations apply.
Collect data on packaging by material type, weight, recyclability, and which UK nation it's sold in (England, Scotland, Wales, NI).
Register with the Environment Agency, submit data reports, pay applicable fees, and maintain records of your packaging obligations.
The 2026 packaging reforms introduce several key requirements that businesses need to understand and implement to remain compliant with Extended Producer Responsibility regulations.
While we don't currently offer packaging compliance services, we specialise in WEEE and battery compliance. If you need expert support with electrical waste or battery producer obligations, we're here to help.
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