Manufacture of motor vehicles
Motor vehicle manufacturers generate EPR obligations through parts packaging, lubricant containers, and aftermarket product packaging. While the vehicles themselves are not packaging, all packaging used to supply parts and accessories to dealers and consumers falls under EPR. This includes blister packs, cardboard boxes, and plastic containers for fluids.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 29.10
Does SIC code 29.10 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 29.10 (Manufacture of motor vehicles) 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 motor vehicles businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Cardboard parts boxes, Plastic fluid containers, Blister packs for small parts, Foam inserts, Pallet wrap and strapping. 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 motor vehicles sector handle approximately 20-150 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.
EPR compliance for manufacture of motor vehicles
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