Packaging Regulations

Initially set up and implemented in 1997, the Waste Packaging Regulations require companies to register and fulfil obligations regarding their recycling and packaging material if certain criteria are met.

To fall under the regulation, a company must:

• Turnover in excess of £2,000,000 AND
• Produce/Handle more than 50 Tonnes of packaging material per year

Once you know your obligation, you must demonstrate that your company has paid for the recovery and recycling of the required amount of packaging. This is achieved through the Packaging Waste Recovery Note (PRN) System.

PRNs are certificates issued by accredited reprocessors when packaging waste is recycled or recovered. These PRNs are put onto the open market to be purchased by obligated companies as evidence that they have met their calculated obligation. These calculations can be made on your behalf by a registered compliance scheme or if you prefer you can self register your company.