PPWR Authorized Representative for the EU — Required by 12.08.2026
Non-EU manufacturers must appoint an EPR Authorized Representative under PPWR Regulation (EU) 2025/40. We handle BDO registration in Poland, Amazon & Zalando compliance, and annual reporting.
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What Happens Without an EPR AR After 12.08.2026
PPWR is not a recommendation — it is law. Without a registered representative, your goods will be blocked from EU markets.
Marketplace Listings Blocked
Amazon, Zalando, and other EU marketplaces already require valid EPR registration. Without it, your listings are hidden or removed.
Banned from EU Market
Placing packaged goods on the EU market without an EPR AR is illegal for non-EU manufacturers under PPWR from 12 August 2026.
Regulatory Fines
EU member state authorities can impose significant fines on non-compliant manufacturers and their distributors.
Loss of Market Position
Competitors with EPR AR will continue selling. Without registration, you lose market access and marketplace search visibility.
What Is an EPR Authorized Representative Under PPWR?
From 12 August 2026, PPWR Regulation (EU) 2025/40 requires manufacturers established outside the EU to appoint a local EPR Authorized Representative in each EU country where their packaged goods first enter the market.
The EPR AR acts under a written mandate and assumes the manufacturer's obligations before regulators: registration in the national EPR registry, conclusion of a contract with a licensed recovery organization, submission of annual packaging data reports, and payment of EPR fees.
Important: the EPR AR is not an importer and is not responsible for the packaging itself meeting PPWR requirements. The mandate covers only registration, reporting, and fees.
EPR AR — схема взаимодействия
Manufacturer
Non-EU / third country
EPR AR (CQC)
Poland — mandate
BDO
Polish EPR Registry
Service Plans
Choose the right level of support. Pricing is determined individually.
Documentary Representative
- ✓Written EPR AR mandate preparation
- ✓Official appointment letter
- ✓PPWR requirements consultation
- ✓Document preparation assistance
- ✓Response to regulatory inquiries
Price on request
Depends on the number of EU countries and packaging volumes
EPR Representative — Poland
- ✓Everything in Documentary plan
- ✓BDO registry registration (Poland)
- ✓Recovery organization contract
- ✓Packaging data onboarding
- ✓Annual BDO reporting
- ✓Support with regulatory communications
Price on request
Depends on the number of EU countries and packaging volumes
Multi-Country Coordination
- ✓Everything in EPR Poland plan
- ✓Coordination in 2+ EU countries
- ✓Single point of contact
- ✓Management of multiple registrations
- ✓Jurisdiction-specific reporting
Price on request
Depends on the number of EU countries and packaging volumes
How It Works: From Mandate to Marketplace Compliance
A transparent 6-step process from first contact to full EU sales protection.
Free Consultation
We review your situation: products, packaging, target EU countries. We identify the right plan for you.
Mandate & Agreement
We sign a service agreement and prepare the EPR AR mandate. Documents drafted by Polish legal experts.
BDO Registration
We submit your application to the Polish BDO registry on your behalf. Average processing time: 2–4 weeks.
Recovery Organization
We conclude a contract with a licensed packaging recovery organization — a mandatory PPWR requirement.
Data Onboarding
You provide packaging type and volume data. We help classify materials correctly for reporting.
Reporting & Protection
Annual BDO reporting and fee management. Your Amazon and Zalando listings stay compliant and protected.
Why CQC / certificator.eu
Regulatory expertise for manufacturers and exporters entering the EU market.
Full English Service
We handle all communication, documentation, and regulatory correspondence in English. No language barriers.
Experience with Global Exporters
We work with manufacturers from Turkey, China, India, Southeast Asia, and other non-EU countries entering the EU market.
Legally Sound Mandate
The service agreement and EPR AR mandate are prepared by Polish lawyers in full compliance with PPWR and Polish law.
Poland — the Gateway to the EU
Poland is the largest and most accessible EU entry market for non-EU exporters. We specialize in BDO registration.
Clear Liability Model
The EPR AR is not an importer. We clearly define the scope: only registration, reporting, and fees under mandate.
Full Reporting Service
We handle all EPR reporting, deadline monitoring, and communication with the BDO registry on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions about EPR AR, PPWR regulation, and how we work.
An EPR AR (EPR Authorized Representative) is a legally appointed representative responsible for extended producer responsibility obligations. Non-EU manufacturers must appoint one in each EU country where their packaged goods first enter the market. This requirement is introduced by PPWR Regulation (EU) 2025/40, effective for non-EU producers from 12 August 2026.
No. The 2035 transition period applies exclusively to companies registered within the EU. Manufacturers from third countries (outside the EU) must comply with PPWR from 12 August 2026 without any extensions.
Without a registered EPR AR, placing packaged goods on the EU market will be illegal. Marketplaces such as Amazon, Zalando, and Otto already enforce EPR registration — listings without it are blocked. Additionally, EU member state authorities can impose fines.
No. The EPR AR acts strictly within the scope of the mandate: registry registration, recovery organization contract, annual reporting, and fee payment. Compliance of the packaging itself with PPWR requirements remains the manufacturer's responsibility.
BDO is the Polish national registry for businesses that use packaging. Poland is one of the most accessible EU entry markets for non-EU exporters and has a well-established EPR system. We specialize in the Polish market and work directly with BDO procedures.
An EPR AR must be appointed in each EU country where packaged goods first enter the market ("country of first placing on market"). If you import exclusively through Poland, one registration is sufficient. For multi-country distribution, we offer a multi-country coordination service.
Preparing the mandate and submitting the BDO application typically takes 2–4 weeks with all documents in place. Time before the 12.08.2026 deadline is limited — we recommend starting as early as possible.
No documents needed for the initial consultation. For the mandate, we will need: company details, a list of packaging materials (type, material, approximate volume in kg/year), and the EU countries you plan to ship to. Our team will help you prepare everything in the required format.
Yes. We work with logistics operators and distributors who need EPR AR services for multiple non-EU clients. Portfolio/agency arrangements are available. Contact us to discuss terms.
Pricing depends on the service plan, number of EU countries, and packaging volumes. Submit a request and we will prepare an individual proposal within one business day.
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