{"id":18487,"date":"2024-11-20T20:34:14","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T19:34:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interzero.at\/blog\/epr-obligations-in-croatia-what-companies-need-to-know\/"},"modified":"2024-12-02T10:46:53","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T09:46:53","slug":"epr-obligations-in-croatia-what-companies-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interzero.at\/en\/blog\/epr-obligations-in-croatia-what-companies-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"EPR obligations in Croatia: What companies need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”507471″]Extended producer responsibility (EPR)<\/strong> 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. <\/p>\n

General information about the EPR<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In Croatia, the EPR rules apply to packaging, electronic equipment and batteries<\/strong> . 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. <\/p>\n

Penalties for non-compliance with EPR obligations<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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. <\/p>\n

How to ensure EPR compliance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Your company has a branch<\/em> in Croatia? <\/strong><\/p>\n