Other retail sale in non-specialised stores
Department stores and variety retailers handle packaging across multiple product categories. EPR obligations apply to own-brand products, imported goods, and any branded carrier bags or gift wrapping services. The diversity of product types means these retailers must track packaging across many material categories simultaneously, making data collection particularly challenging.
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 47.19
Does SIC code 47.19 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 47.19 (Other retail sale in non-specialised stores) 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 other retail sale in non-specialised stores businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Branded carrier bags, Gift wrapping materials, Own-brand product packaging, Shopping bags, Corrugated transit packaging. 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 other retail sale in non-specialised stores sector handle approximately 20-200 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.
Related SIC Codes
Retail sale in non-specialised stores with food predominating
47.21Retail sale of fruit and vegetables in specialised stores
47.25Retail sale of beverages in specialised stores
47.51Retail sale of textiles in specialised stores
47.52Retail sale of hardware, paints and glass in specialised stores
EPR compliance for other retail sale in non-specialised stores
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