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Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for batteries in the Netherlands
From 18 August 2025, the new EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) will replace Directive 2006/66/EC and introduce mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for batteries. This means that in the Netherlands producers and importers must register, obtain an EPR number, and ensure proper end-of-life management for batteries. The Dutch government is currently amending national legislation to fully align with the EU framework. These rules form the backbone of EPR Netherlands for batteries.Who must register for EPR in the Netherlands
- Manufacturers or brand-owners based in the Netherlands that first place batteries (loose or built-in) on the market
- Importers / intra-EU acquirers of batteries or of products containing batteries
- Distance sellers with no Dutch establishment (must act via an authorised representative if required under Dutch law)
What the package includes
- Portable batteries: AA/AAA cells, button cells, power-tool packs
- Industrial batteries: UPS units, telecom batteries, energy-storage modules
- Automotive batteries: starter batteries for vehicles
- EV / traction batteries: packs for electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles
Thresholds
There is no de-minimis exemption: one battery triggers obligations.EPR registration procedure in the Netherlands
- Register in the national producer register directly or via an authorised compliance scheme
- Provide company details (name, address, registration number)
- Indicate battery types (portable, industrial, automotive) and annual volumes/weights placed on the market
- If already registered but without an EPR number, re-registration is required before 18 August 2025
- Submit declarations annually and pay eco-contributions based on quantities reported
- Retain records for audits by competent authorities
Authorized representative
–Reporting deadline
- Annual reports: by 31 March of the year following the reporting period
- Quarterly reports (if required): within 1 month after the end of the quarter
Who assumes responsibility?
- Dutch manufacturers / assemblers are fully responsible once a product is first placed on the Dutch market
- Importers or intra-EU acquirers assume liability at customs clearance or arrival
- Distance sellers become liable (through an authorised representative if required) when making a direct B2C sale in the Netherlands
- Compliance schemes (PROs) take on operational duties set out in the membership contract (collection, recycling, reporting)
- Dutch authorities maintain the producer register and enforce compliance through audits and penalties
Duties of each group
- Producers / importers: obtain EPR number, register, join a PRO or comply individually, file annual data, pay eco-fees, label products with the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol, ensure collection and recycling
- PROs / compliance schemes: manage collection, recycling, reporting and ensure members meet targets
- Authorities: approve and oversee PROs, maintain producer register, and impose administrative fines for non-compliance
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging in Netherlands
In accordance with the decision of the Secretary of State for Infrastructure and Water Management of September 20, 2021, No. IENW/BSK-2021/242116, new rules for collection and reporting are coming into force in the Netherlands to strengthen recycling efforts and reduce packaging waste.Who must register EPR packaging in Netherlands
- Manufacturers and importers of packaged products
- Retailers and distance sellers, including e-commerce businesses
- Foreign companies selling directly to Dutch consumers (if not established in the Netherlands)
- Private-label brands
What the package includes
Products made from various materials, regardless of their composition, that serve purposes such as holding, safeguarding, transporting, delivering, and showcasing goods. These products encompass a wide range, spanning from raw materials to finished goods, and are utilized in the journey from producer to end user or consumer.Below are some examples:
- composite packaging
- packaging for beverages
- constituent packaging components
- disposable material and technical resources
- packaging for takeout purposes
- wrappers or casing for items
- packaging designed for multiple uses
- packaging bearing a brand identity
- distinctive packaging solutions
Threshold
If a user sells products on the Dutch market with a volume of more than 50,000 kg of packaging, the company is automatically obliged to register and pay a certain amount to comply with the post-consumer waste management regulations. However, this threshold does not apply to companies that use single-use plastic (SUP) packaging or deposit packaging such as cans and bottles.EPR registration procedure in the Netherlands
In order to comply with the newly introduced rules, the following steps must be taken to register- Go to the Dutch Waste Fund Packaging website (Afvalfonds Verpakkingen)
- Log in or create an account
- Provide full information about the company
- Conclude a cooperation agreement
- Report the number of packaging sold on the market
- Collect the contribution according to the packaging material
- Continuation of future cooperation
Authorized representative
Currently, companies are not required to appoint representatives. However, this requirement may be introduced in the future.Reporting deadline
Manufacturers submit an annual report on the implemented production by March 31st each year. Then, based on the provided information, a payment is prepared and sent to the user for payment, with a 30-day allocation for payment.Who assumes responsibility?
Responsibility is shared across:- Producers and importers (reporting and payment)
- Afvalfonds Verpakkingen (waste handling and recycling coordination)
- Municipalities (collection and disposal)
- Rijkswaterstaat (government enforcement and monitoring)
Duties of each group
- Producers/importers: Report and pay based on packaging placed on the market
- Afvalfonds: Organize collection and recycling, submit system-wide reports
- Authorities: Monitor compliance and enforce rules
- Retailers: Ensure suppliers are compliant, especially for private-label items
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) for textile in Netherlands
The recent Manufacturer Adherence Decree of April 14, 2023 for textile goods asserts that apparel and fabric producers are accountable for the additional handling and readiness for reuse of items distributed in the Netherlands starting from July 1, 2023. The regulations took effect on July 1, 2023, and manufacturers are advised to register within a suggested period of 6 weeks. Companies should commence the recording of their sales volumes, as obligatory reporting will be enforced in 2024.Who must register for textile EPR in the Netherlands
The new EPR regulations in the Netherlands are applicable to all establishments vending textiles. Irrespective of whether they cater to commercial or private clientele, a diverse array of market participants must adhere to the recent guidelines:- Dutch manufacturers retailing finalized products to vendors
- Importers of fabrics
- Online shops, both Dutch and foreign, operating within the nation
- Other enterprises involved in the production of end products.
What the package includes
- Attire like blouses, jumpers, and pants
- Bedding accessories like quilt covers and bed linens
- Table coverings including tablecloths
- Diverse domestic textiles such as hand towels and kitchen cloths
Threshold
According to the new rules, no threshold is specified in the Netherlands. Therefore, every company and retailer selling textile-related goods must register to comply with these rules.EPR registration procedure in the Netherlands
The registration procedure encompasses the subsequent stages:- In order to comply with these regulations, initial registration must be completed via the EPR Textile portal (UPV Textile) on the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Resources’ website, adhering to all ensuing stipulations provided
- The subsequent step is to register with one of the endorsed producer associations, which undertake the responsibility for adhering to the requisite regulations and finalizing a cooperative pact
- Submitting reports on the number of products released to the market
- Paying for the processing of the products
- Successful compliance with the established rules
Authorized representative
The appointment of a representative is not mandatory. Companies may become members and be represented by a director or other representative upon prior approval.Reporting deadline
1 April 2025 is the deadline for companies to submit a report based on the number of products launched on the market in 2024.Who assumes responsibility?
EPR responsibility for textiles in the Netherlands is shared among:- Producers/importers: Reporting, funding, and compliance
- Afvalfonds Textiel: Collection systems, reuse logistics, recycling partnerships
- Government agencies: Monitoring and enforcement (Rijkswaterstaat)
Duties of each group
- Producers: Register, declare volumes, pay eco-fees
- Compliance schemes: Manage logistics and reporting at scale
- Retailers: Ensure products sold meet reporting and labeling obligations
- Authorities: Conduct audits, issue guidance, enforce fines
Extended producer responsibility for EEE EPR in Netherlands
As per the WEEE Regulations implemented by the Dutch government on 10.12.2020, manufacturers or importers bear a degree of responsibility for handling waste produced by products that have been introduced to the market or are slated for introduction.Who must register for EEE EPR in Netherlands
Under Dutch law, the following are considered “producers” and must register for EPR Netherlands for EEE:- Manufacturers of electrical or electronic products
- Importers or distributors placing EEE on the Dutch market
- Distance sellers and online marketplaces, including companies based abroad
- Private-label brand owners
What the program includes
- Heat exchange equipment
- Devices with displays, monitors, and screens exceeding 100 cm²
- Illumination apparatus
- Large-sized equipment (any external dimension surpassing 50 cm)
- Compact apparatus (no external dimension surpassing 50 cm)
- Small IT and telecommunication devices (no external dimension surpassing 50 cm)
Threshold
There exist no thresholds. Each enterprise engaged in activities associated with electrical and electronic equipment must conform to the rules of extended producer responsibility.EPR registration procedure in the Netherlands
To adhere to the EPR regulations, you must follow these steps:- Enroll in the Dutch National WEEE Register to obtain an EPR certificate with the EPR identification number
- Companies or entrepreneurs can enlist with the collective compliance system (Producer Responsibility Organization) to mitigate their compliance commitments
- Present yearly reports
- Gather contributions
- Maintain operations with a sense of integrity
Authorized representative
There are no requirements. Foreign companies that trade in electrical equipment in the Netherlands and wish to comply with the EPR rules can register themselves.Reporting deadline
Yearly reports regarding the sales of electronic products should be furnished by July 1. However, the compliance organization can establish its own cutoff, given that the Producer Responsibility Organization will be responsible for the companies to the state.Who assumes responsibility?
Responsibility is distributed across the EPR framework:- Producers/importers: Registration, reporting, financing waste management
- Compliance organizations (e.g., Wecycle, OPEN Foundation): Collection, recycling, reporting
- Retailers and platforms: Obliged to verify producer registration
- Government bodies (Rijkswaterstaat): Enforcement and audits
Duties of each group
- Producers: Fulfill EPR registration, submit reports, pay eco-fees
- Authorized Representatives: Fulfill all legal obligations on behalf of foreign sellers
- Retailers: Provide in-store take-back, verify EPR compliance
- Schemes: Facilitate logistics, report to government, achieve national recycling targets
- Government: Enforce and regulate compliance
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