Treatment and coating of metals
Metal treatment businesses use chemical containers, protective packaging for treated components, and transit packaging. EPR obligations cover all packaging used to deliver treated components back to customers, including VCI (volatile corrosion inhibitor) paper, plastic bags, and corrugated boxes. Chemical packaging used in the treatment process may also be in scope.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 25.61
Does SIC code 25.61 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 25.61 (Treatment and coating of metals) 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 treatment and coating of metals businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: VCI paper, Plastic bags, Corrugated boxes, Chemical containers, 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 treatment and coating of metals 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.
Related SIC Codes
Machining
28.11Manufacture of engines and turbines, except aircraft, vehicle and cycle engines
28.22Manufacture of lifting and handling equipment
28.29Manufacture of other general-purpose machinery n.e.c.
22.19Manufacture of other rubber products
22.21Manufacture of plastic plates, sheets, tubes and profiles
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