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Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging in Norway
In the wake of the 23rd of August 2017, no. 1289 regulation, Norway has instituted a robust Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system, revolutionizing how packaging is handled within its market. This directive lays down substantial mandates, termed ‘basic requirements, dictating the creation, composition, reuse, and recycling of packaging materials.Who must register for packaging EPR in Norway
The following entities are obligated to register for EPR packaging Norway:- Manufacturers and importers of packaged goods
- Retailers and wholesalers introducing packaging into the Norwegian market
- Foreign companies selling directly to Norwegian consumers via e-commerce
- Brand owners and private label distributors
What the packaging includes
The Norwegian Packaging Act categorizes packaging materials into an exhaustive list encompassing:- Paper
- Cardboard
- Plastics
- Polystyrene
- Steel
- Aluminium
- Glass
- Wood
- Foil
Thresholds
Companies that produce more than 1,000 kilograms of packaging per year are required to comply with the EPR rules.EPR registration procedure in Norway
To comply with EPR registration Norway, companies must:- Register with Grønt Punkt Norge or another approved compliance scheme
- Sign a membership agreement and provide estimates of annual packaging volumes
- Report exact material weights annually through digital declarations
- Pay eco-contributions (environmental fees) based on packaging material and weight
Authorized representative
Producers must designate an authorized proxy in Norway entrusted with executing tasks as stipulated in the authorization granted by the packaging company.Reporting deadline
Throughout the year, deadlines for EPR reporting are communicated by the extended organizational responsibility framework within Norway.Who assumes responsibility?
The parties responsible under EPR Norway include:- Producers and importers: Registration, fee payment, and compliance reporting
- Grønt Punkt Norge: Compliance scheme handling collection and recycling
- Miljødirektoratet: National regulator enforcing compliance
- Municipalities: Operate local recycling and collection systems
Duties of each group
- Producers/importers: Register, report annually, pay EPR fees
- Compliance schemes (e.g. Grønt Punkt): Organize collection, ensure recycling targets, submit aggregated reports to authorities
- Government (Miljødirektoratet): Conduct inspections, levy penalties
- Retailers: Ensure supply chain compliance, especially with private labels
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