Germany’s Single-Use Plastics Fund Act (EWKFondsG) requires manufacturers to report 2024 data on single-use plastic products. The original 15 May 2025, deadline has passed, but the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) has extended the deadline to 15 June 2025. This extension provides a critical opportunity for late filers to comply.
Importantly, for this first reporting year, the UBA has waived the requirement for external expert verification of submitted data, although it may still request verification in specific cases. The obligation to pay the levy based on reported quantities remains unchanged.
Businesses must act immediately to register on the DIVID portal and submit accurate data on the type and mass of plastics placed on the market. Late submissions may still be accepted, but prompt action is essential to demonstrate compliance and potentially mitigate penalties.
Key takeaway
Companies impacted by the EWKFondsG must urgently submit their 2024 data by 15 June 2025, via the DIVID portal. The waiver of expert verification offers relief, but accurate reporting remains essential.
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