Extended Producer Responsibility at Kilby
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a regulation packaging suppliers in the UK need to abide, making them financially responsible for the end-of-life management of their packaging.
At Kilby Packaging, we fully support the principles behind EPR. As a responsible packaging supplier, we are committed to helping our customers understand and comply with the new regulations, while continuing to reduce our environmental footprint.
What is EPR and who does it affect?
Under the EPR scheme, which came into effect in stages starting in 2023, businesses that handle packaging must now report detailed information about the materials they place on the market. From 2025, many will also begin to pay fees based on the recyclability of that packaging. This includes brands, importers, and packaging suppliers like Kilby Packaging.
Businesses are required to:
" Report the amount and type of packaging they handle.
" Contribute to the cost of managing packaging waste.
" Use recyclable or reusable materials wherever possible.
If your business meets certain thresholds (e.g., turnover over £1 million and handling more than 25 tonnes of packaging per year), you will have EPR obligations to meet, and we're here to help.
Our commitment to sustainability
At Kilby Packaging, environmental responsibility has always been part of our ethos. Long before the introduction of EPR, we championed the use of renewable, recyclable, and responsibly sourced materials. We continue to invest in sustainable solutions, from lighter weight product designs to packaging that's easier to recycle.
Working with FSC
We work with FSC as they are the leader in sustainable forest management and operate a global forest certification system. We are a Chain of Custody Certificate holder (FSC®C169111) which certifies that where forest-based materials were used in our supply chain, we've upheld sustainable forestry standards that protect forests and the labour rights of all involved. You will find the FSC logo on many of our products, from the boxes we manufacture to a variety of paper mailing bags and postal bags.
Supporting your EPR obligations
We can provide you with a packaging weight report to help you fulfil your obligations, just ask your Account Manager for a copy. We are also committed to offering lighter weight products to our range both stock and bespoke products.
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