Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores
Cosmetic retailers carrying own-brand products are obligated for all packaging bearing their brand. This sector uses a high proportion of small plastic containers, glass bottles, and printed cardboard boxes. Gift sets create seasonal packaging peaks. EPR obligations extend to sample sachets, tester packaging, and any in-store promotional packaging placed on the market.
SIC Code
47.75
Typical Tonnage
3-25 tonnes
Sector
beauty
Common Packaging Types
EPR Questions for SIC 47.75
Does SIC code 47.75 have EPR obligations?
Yes. Businesses operating under SIC code 47.75 (Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in 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 retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores businesses need to report?
Common packaging types include: Small plastic containers, Glass bottles and jars, Printed cardboard boxes, Gift set packaging, Sample sachets. 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 retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores sector handle approximately 3-25 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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