Extended producer responsibility (EPR) is also gaining importance in Croatia. Croatian legislation obliges manufacturers and distributors of products to ensure that their goods are taken back and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. Foreign companies without a registered office in Croatia in particular must be aware of their obligations and implement them in order to avoid legal and financial consequences.
General information about the EPR
In Croatia, the EPR rules apply to packaging, electronic equipment and batteries . Companies are obliged to register with one of the recognised take-back systems, submit regular reports on quantities placed on the market and pay recycling fees. These obligations also apply to companies without a local establishment that supply goods to private end-users in Croatia directly or via online sales channels. In addition, these companies must appoint a local authorised representative.
Penalties for non-compliance with EPR obligations
Failure to comply with EPR regulations can be expensive for companies in Croatia. Fines are a common sanction and can run into the thousands of euros. In addition, other measures such as sales bans or criminal consequences can be taken. This not only represents a financial risk, but can also permanently damage a company’s reputation.
How to ensure EPR compliance
For companies that want to comply with their EPR obligations in Croatia, we at Interzero offer the necessary local expertise. What you as a company need to consider depends on whether you are based in Croatia.
Your company has a branch in Croatia?
- Direct registration: Registration with a government-approved take-back system is the first step to meeting legal requirements.
Your company has NO branch in Croatia?
- Appointment of an authorized representative: Foreign companies not based in Croatia that sell to end consumers must appoint an authorized local representative who will assume their legal obligations. We not only take care of reporting your quantities, but also direct communication with national authorities in the local language.
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Visit our webshop for further details or secure yourself directly by ordering a contract. Do you have any further questions? Contact us and let our experts advise you. Legal compliance in Croatia is essential to secure your business and enable sustainable growth.
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With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros (2021). According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases compared to primary production and over 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2024 and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “resources”. Further information can be found at www.interzero.at.
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