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.
Who is a private final consumer?
… The Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) defines private final consumers as private households and comparable sources…
Do I have to report my packaging volumes to the LUCID Packaging Register myself, or can somebody else do this for me?
… The company under obligation under the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) must itself submit the data report to the…
When is it permissible under the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act – VerpackG) to make retrospective deductions from packaging volumes that have already participated in a system and have been placed onto the German market?
… to final consumers in Germany, which is where the Verpackungsgesetz applies. The export must always…
Is bundling participation volumes by a third party permissible?
… parties/brokers vis-à-vis the situation under the Verpackungsverordnung (Packaging Ordinance). System…
Can I select a sector-specific solution instead of system participation?
… of system participation provided for in the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) is a very narrowly…
Who is considered to be the initial distributor in the case of own brands retail?
… or 'initial distributor' within the meaning of the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act). Within the meaning of…
Does the system participation requirement also apply to the distribution of goods in used packaging?
… within the responsibilities of the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Packaging Register –…
What legal obligations apply to pharmacies located in hospitals if they are placing packaging on the German market?
… Under the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act), the party under obligation is the party operating the pharmacy. If…
Can an authorised person register in a producer's name?
… representative to fulfil their duties under the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) on their behalf. This…
Why is it important that all market participants comply with their obligations under German packaging law?
… 'producer responsibility', which governed by the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act). Where packaging cannot…
