Circular Compliance

WHY CHOOSE CIRCULAR COMPLIANCE?

We act as part of your team Gain access to local WEEE authorized representatives alongside expert global support. We ensure your compliance strategy aligns with regional regulations to keep your business running smoothly. Hassle-free service Each client benefits from a dedicated account manager, streamlining communications and providing proactive compliance support.

What is WEEE?

¨WEEE¨ stands for ¨waste electric and electronic equipment¨ and refers to end of life electric or electronic equipment. WEEE can range from old or broken mobile phones, washing machines or laptops (these would be considered household WEEE) to servers, automatic dispensers or radiotherapy equipment (these would be considered professional WEEE).

What WEEE regulations are in place in the EU?

The EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE Directive) aims to prevent or reduce the negative environmental effects resulting from the generation and management of WEEE. Its key purpose is to contribute to the prevention of WEEE and, in addition, the promotion of the re-use and recycling of such wastes. All 27 EU Member States have transposed the EU WEEE Directive into national laws.

Is my company obligated to register as a producer?

You can check whether your products fall under the scope of the WEEE Directive using this tool from the European Commission. Most electric or electronic products are in scope but there are a few exemptions (military equipment, large-scale stationary industrial tools and some others).If your products are in scope you may have obligations in the EU countries where you sell your products.

Is my company obligated if we sell from the United States (or anywhere else outside the EU)?

That will depend on how you sell your products. In general, if you sell directly to end users you will be obligated to register as a producer. If you sell through resellers based in the EU you may not have to register as a producer (in that case, your resellers would need to complete the registration).