Manufacture of locks and hinges
Lock and hinge manufacturers use blister packs, cardboard boxes, and plastic bags for retail products. The hardware retail channel requires specific packaging formats for pegboard display. EPR obligations cover all consumer-facing packaging. Key cards, instruction sheets, and fixing bags supplied with locks and hinges are all reportable packaging components.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 25.72
Does SIC code 25.72 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 25.72 (Manufacture of locks and hinges) 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 manufacture of locks and hinges businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Blister packs, Cardboard boxes, Plastic bags, Header cards, Corrugated outers. 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 manufacture of locks and hinges sector handle approximately 2-15 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
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25.12Manufacture of doors and windows of metal
22.23Manufacture of builders' ware of plastic
23.31Manufacture of ceramic tiles and flags
EPR compliance for manufacture of locks and hinges
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