Denmark: Impact of extended producer responsibility on packaging and single‑use plastics

Denmark has implemented extended producer responsibility (EPR) rules that place new environmental and administrative obligations on companies that make packaging or single‑use plastics available on the Danish market. Under the scheme, which took effect on 1 October 2025, affected businesses must register as producers, pay fees to cover the costs of collection, sorting and recycling, and comply with ongoing reporting requirements. The rules apply to both Danish and foreign companies, including those selling directly to Danish consumers, making it essential for businesses to review their supply chains and distribution models to assess whether they fall within scope.

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