In Germany, producer responsibility for packaging was introduced in 1993. However, until now many producers have failed to comply with this responsibility, either completely or in part.
…For packaging not subject to systemparticipation (especially packaging from industrial or large commercial enterprises), the existing return obligations and the obligation to transfer this packaging for re-use or…
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You have registered with the LUCID Packaging Register because you are placing packaging subject to systemparticipation on the German market. Then this page is for you. It outlines the steps you need to take to ensure…
…Is your packaging subject to systemparticipation – or is it not? The new systemparticipation requirement catalogue (VerpackDG catalogue) helps you find out.
…An updated and enhanced version of the systemparticipation requirement catalogue was published on our website on 1 July 2022. This new version reflects changes to the content and includes editorial amendments that have…
… Waste Regulation (PPWR) begins applying on 12 August 2026, introducing new requirements for systemparticipation. For packaging for own brands and imported third-party brands without a domestic…
… Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Pack-aging Register – ZSVR). The claimants contended that the systemparticipation re-quirement did not apply to their packaging, which included packaging for food,…
… appeal', ruling that reusable shopping bags constituted a form of packaging that is subject to systemparticipation. This judgment provides clarity and ensures a level playing field across all sectors.
Would you like to see who is registered in the LUCID Packaging Register? Use the search function in the public register of producers to find all registered companies.