Global Packaging EPR Reporting Requirements: A Practical Comparison Guide
Global Packaging EPR Reporting Requirements: A Practical Comparison Guide – Whitepaper Overview
The global adoption of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems for packaging is rapidly increasing. However, national systems vary considerably, making it essential for industries to stay informed about the extensive regulatory framework to ensure compliance and support sustainability goals.
This whitepaper clarifies current packaging EPR reporting requirements for producers, offering an overview across various regions and countries including Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania.
It details compliance deadlines, report descriptions, the types of packaging within the scope of reporting obligations, and exemptions for certain producers.
This Whitepaper Covers:
- Packaging EPR reporting requirements in:
- Europe: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK
- North America: Canada, USA
- South America: Brazil
- Asia and Oceania: Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea
- Middle East and Africa: Saudi Arabia, South Africa
- Compliance deadlines for reporting
- EPR report descriptions
- Packaging in scope of EPR reports and exclusions
*This whitepaper was originally published on 22nd July, 2025. Further regulatory developments may have occurred after publication. To keep up-to-date with the latest compliance news, sign up to our newsletter.
Authors
Rúan Doherty, Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Compliance & Risks
Rúan is a Regulatory Analyst with the Global Regulatory Compliance team at Compliance & Risks. In her role, she monitors and analyses global regulatory developments across various industry sectors. Her work is concentrated on a number of key topics including Packaging, Single-use Plastics, and ESG Reporting.
Rúan holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws in International Human Rights Law.
Conor O’Donoghue, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks
Conor is a Regulatory Compliance Specialist in the Global Regulatory Compliance Team within Compliance & Risks. He supports clients with their compliance obligations in relation to Packaging, RoHS and Anti-Bribery and Corruption.
Conor holds a Bachelors of Law and an LL.M. in Environmental and Natural Resources Law.
Freida Wüschner Gubbins, Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks
Freida is a Senior Global Regulatory Compliance Specialist at Compliance & Risks, with over ten years of experience in regulatory analysis within the electronics and textile industries. Since joining in 2014, she has gained extensive experience in global regulations for Packaging, Single-use plastics, and the Transport of Dangerous Goods.
Freida has a MSc in Environmental, Health and Safety Management and a BA in European Studies and German.
