Weaving of textiles
Textile weavers ship fabric rolls wrapped in polythene with cardboard cores and corrugated end protectors. EPR obligations cover packaging used to present and protect the product during distribution. Fabric sample books and swatch cards distributed to customers also constitute packaging and should be included in EPR tonnage calculations.
SIC Code
13.20
Typical Tonnage
3-20 tonnes
Sector
fashion
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 13.20
Does SIC code 13.20 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 13.20 (Weaving of textiles) are subject to UK EPR packaging regulations if they meet the turnover threshold (annual turnover exceeding £1 million) and tonnage threshold (handling more than 25 tonnes of packaging per year). Both thresholds must be met.
What packaging do weaving of textiles businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Polythene roll wrapping, Cardboard cores, Corrugated end protectors, Sample book packaging, Pallet wrap. All primary, secondary, and transit packaging must be tracked by material type and weight, then reported to DEFRA via the RPD portal.
How much packaging does a typical business in this sector handle?
Typical SMEs in the weaving of textiles sector handle approximately 3-20 tonnes of packaging per year. This varies based on business size, product range, and supply chain complexity. Use our compliance checker for a personalised assessment.
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