WEEE Registration in Germany
Comprehensive WEEE service for international online retailers and manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment
Manufacturers and international online retailers are required under the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) to take back their products, properly dispose of hazardous substances, and report the quantities of devices by category.
We provide comprehensive support for WEEE registration and quantity reporting in Germany – covering all processes in accordance with the ElektroG.
This ensures that your products comply with legal requirements and helps you avoid warnings, fines, or delisting.
Our service covers all categories of equipment, including heat exchangers, small household appliances, and IT and telecommunication equipment.
WEEE/ElektroG obligations for manufacturers and sellers of electrical devices in Germany
Who is considered a manufacturer under the ElektroG?
· Producer
· Distributor/Reseller
· Importer
· Direct seller not established in Germany
Which products are subject to the ElektroG?
In principle, all electrical and electronic equipment is subject to the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG), unless it is explicitly exempted from the regulation.
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A product is considered electrical equipment if it is designed to operate with an alternating voltage of up to 1,000 volts or a direct voltage of up to 1,500 volts and
· either relies on electric currents or electromagnetic fields to function properly,
· or serves to generate, transmit, or measure electric currents and electromagnetic fields.
After registering with the EAR Foundation, manufacturers and importers must fulfill various legal obligations.
1. Submit Annual Statistics
Every February, manufacturers are requested to submit statistics for the previous year. This report can be conveniently submitted via the EAR portal and must be transmitted no later than the end of April.
2.Additional Manufacturer Notifications
In addition to the annual statistics, further reports may be required, for example concerning specific device categories or quantity information.
3. Keep Company Data Up to Date
To ensure smooth communication with the EAR Foundation, company information must always be kept current. Changes such as a new company name, legal form, or other corporate modifications must be reported via the portal. You should upload relevant documents such as contracts or commercial register extracts. The EAR Foundation will check whether your existing registration can be maintained. Review fees may apply. If continuation is not possible, a new registration is required. Reporting changes early ensures you have enough time to complete a new registration.
4. Device Labeling
All electrical devices you place on the European market must be clearly identifiable as your products. Labeling must be permanent and include the symbol of a crossed-out wheeled bin. Optionally, a date or a filled bar below the symbol may indicate the date of placing on the market. The German Environment Agency provides the labeling symbol in digital format (PNG).
5. Maintain Valid Guarantee
If you register devices for private use, you must provide proof of an insolvency-proof guarantee. This guarantee must always comply with legal requirements and be sufficient for all devices placed on the market within a calendar year.
6. Collection of Waste Equipment from Municipalities
Waste electrical equipment from private households is usually disposed of at municipal recycling centers. However, manufacturers—not public authorities—are responsible for their disposal. When a collection container is full, the EAR Foundation determines which registered manufacturer or authorized representative is responsible for pickup and replacement. Responsibility is assigned based on the quantities of equipment placed on the market.
After collection, the quantities of devices collected must be reported to the EAR Foundation via the EAR portal.
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