Manufacture of electricity distribution and control apparatus
Electrical apparatus manufacturers use corrugated boxes, foam inserts, anti-static bags, and instruction sheets. Circuit breakers and distribution boards sold to electricians and consumers require robust packaging. EPR obligations cover all packaging supplied with the product, including the hardware bags containing fixings and the wiring diagrams packed inside the box.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 27.12
Does SIC code 27.12 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 27.12 (Manufacture of electricity distribution and control apparatus) 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 electricity distribution and control apparatus businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Corrugated boxes, Foam inserts, Anti-static bags, Instruction sheets, Hardware bags. 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 electricity distribution and control apparatus sector handle approximately 5-30 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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