Wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials
Cleaning product wholesalers importing or branding products carry EPR obligations for all packaging. Bulk cleaning chemicals shipped in plastic jerry cans and IBCs generate significant plastic tonnage. Wholesalers repackaging products into smaller containers for resale take on EPR obligations for the new packaging they place on the market.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 46.44
Does SIC code 46.44 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 46.44 (Wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials) 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 wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Plastic jerry cans, IBCs (intermediate bulk containers), Corrugated boxes, Plastic bottles, 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 wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials sector handle approximately 5-35 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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