Are there exemptions for small businesses or very low quantities?
Very small sales or packaging volumes do not automatically mean that EPR requirements do not apply. As a general regulatory orientation from 12 August 2026, low quantities should not be treated as a general exemption from EPR registration. Depending on the country, EPR stream and specific setup, registration and other EPR steps may therefore still be relevant even for businesses with only a few shipments or very low packaging weights.
Small quantities can still affect the applicable service or fee category and may influence PRO licensing fees, reporting frequency or the amount of data that needs to be submitted. The exact setup remains country-specific.
There is currently no additional special microbusiness tariff below the smallest AuthoriseMe category.
These answers give general orientation on EPR and Authorised Representative requirements. They are not a binding legal assessment of an individual business model. National implementation and individual supply chains differ; the setup that applies to you is confirmed during onboarding.
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