Wholesale of chemical products
Chemical wholesalers use drums, IBCs, jerry cans, and pails for liquid chemicals, plus sacks and bags for powders. UN-rated packaging for hazardous materials still carries EPR obligations. Wholesalers importing chemicals into the UK are the obligated party for all packaging. The specialised nature of chemical containers often means they attract higher EPR fees due to limited recyclability.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 46.75
Does SIC code 46.75 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 46.75 (Wholesale of chemical products) 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 chemical products businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Metal and plastic drums, IBCs, Jerry cans, Paper and plastic sacks, Labels and hazard stickers. 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 chemical products sector handle approximately 10-60 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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