Just getting started? Check here if you have any obligations under German packaging law – and what you need to do.
If you are distributing packaged goods in Germany, you have to be registered with the LUCID Packaging Register. We'll show you everything you need to know.
Registration alone is not enough for certain types of packaging. Learn more about how to fulfil the system participation requirement and report your packaging volumes.
Explore this section for more guidance and information, definitions and general help in complying with the law, no matter your sector, distribution channel or logistics solution.
All about the ZSVR's work as an authority, from published decisions and information about the ZSVR Foundation to the minimum standard for recycling-friendly packaging.
4.2 I have changed my system operator. How do I enter this information into the LUCID Packaging Register?
You do not have to explicitly inform the LUCID Packaging Register about the change. With every data report in the LUCID Packaging Register, you enter the system with which you concluded an
2.12 Can an authorised person register in a producer's name?
… provide the required information and declarations…
4.8 How often do I have to submit data reports?
… to report the same information to the LUCID…
2.11 Can an appointed third party (broker, registered auditor, consultant, chamber of foreign trade) with power of attorney (or similar authority) register and report data to the ZSVR on behalf of a producer (within Germany or abroad)?
… personally. The information and declarations…
4.7 Can an appointed third party or broker submit data reports?
… Further information can be found in…
5.5 When is the packaging of printed/publishing products subject to system participation?
… as goods). Further information can be found in…
2.6 Which national identification number corresponds to the German taxpayer reference number or VAT number?
… The following information will help you: …
3.4 Is bundling participation volumes by a third party permissible?
… report the producer information to the system,…
5.4 Are producers of unfilled packaging also under obligation?
… types. Further information can be found in…
4.3 Do I have to submit data reports for packaging that is not subject to system participation?
… to know: if your information in the LUCID…
