Overview of amendments of the Verpackungsgesetz
The amended version of the Verpackungsgesetz has a number of statutory changes that are entering into force at different times. In the following you will find an overview of the amendments relating to the ZSVR's field of activities:
Changes to the provisions of the Act since 3 July 2021
With the amendment, changes to register entries and a new provision have entered or will enter into force. International parties under obligation can appoint an authorised representative to fulfil their duties.
Changes to provisions taking effect on 1 January 2022
An extended deposit obligation for single-use beverage packaging that is currently subject to system participation will enter into force on 1 January 2022.
Changes to provisions taking effect on 1 July 2022
On 1 July 2022, further changes to the provisions of the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) will enter into force, which include:
- extended registration requirement for all companies which place packaging filled with goods on the German market;
- registration requirement for final distributors of service packaging;
- obligatory information about the type of packaging as part of the registration;
- the new obligation for electronic marketplaces/platforms and fulfilment service providers.