💡 Summary: This page provides an overview of two key regulations in the EU: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Copy Right Levy. EPR requires producers to take responsibility for the lifecycle of their products, including disposal and recycling, while Copy Right Levy is a lump-sum payment borne by consumers for the protection of copyright holders. Both regulations have cross-border implications and more information can be found in the provided links.
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We want to prioritize and maintain a responsible and compliant business environment, therefore we aim to provide you with essential cross-border information that directly concern you. Please find two key regulations we want to bring to your attention below. Should you require further details or have any inquiries, your dedicated account manager is ready to assist you.
🏭 EPR
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is an environmental policy approach where so-called producers are legally obligated to take responsibility for the entire life-cycle of their products, including their disposal or recycling. This means they must manage the waste generated from their products and cover associated costs. EPR aims to promote sustainable production, waste reduction, and the transition to a circular economy.
For more info please refer to the dedicated EPR Infobase
©️ Copy Right Levy
“Copy Right Levy” is the umbrella term for the country-specific protection of copyright holders. Synonyms would be “Storage Media Levy” or “Private Copy Levy”. These are lump-sum payments that are economically borne by the consumers, while they are legally due by primarily manufacturers and importers, secondly distributors. The levy may be and is generally included in the purchase price.
General consensus throughout Europe
When storage media devices are sold from abroad directly to end-consumers (including cross-border online trade), the levies for these products must be paid in the country of the end-consumer.
💡 In a nutshell, Copyright Levy is due when the following 3 facts apply to you:
- You sell a storage media device (i.e. smartphones, laptops, etc.)
- For the first time in an(other) EU-Member State and
- Sold it to an end-costumer
For more info please refer to the dedicated Copyright Levy Infobase