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.
Consultation on the 2022 edition of the system participation requirement catalogue
…The purpose of the system participation requirement catalogue is to assist you in determining whether the system…
Consultation on the draft 2021 edition of the system participation requirement catalogue
Do I have to submit data reports for packaging that is not subject to system participation?
… to companies that place packaging subject to system participation on the German market. Packaging…
How do I apply for a determination about the system participation requirement for a specific packaging?
… Register – ZSVR) for a determination about the system participation requirement for a specific packaging.…
Does the system participation agreement have to be submitted to the ZSVR?
… The system participation agreement does not have to be submitted to the ZSVR or uploaded to your registration…
Questions about system participation
…Questions about system participation
System participation requirement catalogue: consultation for 2023 edition now open
…Is your packaging subject to system participation – or is it not? The system participation requirement catalogue helps…
Consultation on the draft 2020 edition of the system participation requirement catalogue
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.
Can I select a sector-specific solution instead of system participation?
… The option to use a sector-specific solution instead of system participation provided for in the Verpackungsgesetz…
When is the packaging of printed/publishing products subject to system participation?
… The packaging of printed/publishing products is subject to system participation when these products are classified as…
