Manufacture of watches and clocks
Watch and clock manufacturers use presentation boxes, cushion inserts, warranty card envelopes, and outer shipping boxes. Premium watch packaging is often elaborate and heavy relative to the product. Under EPR, all packaging supplied as part of the product presentation to the consumer is reportable, including velvet pouches and branded gift bags.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 26.52
Does SIC code 26.52 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 26.52 (Manufacture of watches and clocks) 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 watches and clocks businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Presentation boxes, Cushion inserts, Warranty card envelopes, Branded gift bags, Corrugated shipping boxes. 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 watches and clocks sector handle approximately 1-10 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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