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.
Taking stock of successes, failures and challenges in recycling – how we make sure packaging is fit for highquality recycling
… in Berlin to reflect on what has changed since the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) entered into force five…
20240229_PR_Breach_of_deposit_obligation.pdf
… the LUCID Packaging Register of the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Packaging Register –…
No label, no deposit: online shop fails to comply with deposit obligation and is issued five-figure fine
A new ZSVR case report showcases the consequences of failing to comply with packaging law obligations. A German online shop, whose sales include beverages in single-use beverage packaging subject to
The new ZSVR website
… them. Obligations at a glance Since the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act) entered into force, we…
20240319_PR_Catalogue_in_english.pdf
… catalogue database provided by the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Packaging Register –…
How do I apply for a determination about the system participation requirement for a specific packaging?
… It is possible to apply to the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Packaging Register – ZSVR) for a…
20240409_PR_1_Million_Registrations.pdf
… 9 April 2024 Built and run by the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (ZSVR), the LUCID Packaging Register…
From 55,000 to 1,000,000 – how the LUCID Packaging Register is improving fairness and transparency in the packaging recycling market
…Built and run by the Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (ZSVR), the LUCID Packaging Register has passed the one…
240416_ZSVR_Comic_final_EN.pdf
… register Because you need to comply with the Verpackungsgesetz (Packaging Act). Everyone has to accept…
Getting to the ZSVR
… Stiftung Zentrale Stelle Verpackungsregister (Central Agency Packaging Register – ZSVR) Öwer de Hase 18 49074…
