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The WEEE Directive, the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG), and the German Battery Act (BattG)
We support you from registration and collection to the proper and legally compliant disposal of electrical equipment and batteries.
Meeting Manufacturer and Importer Obligations in Compliance with the WEEE Directive, ElektroG, and BattG
Anyone who manufactures electrical or electronic devices must register as a producer with the EAR Foundation (Stiftung EAR) and fulfill various legal obligations. Additionally, there are regulations that require even retailers—who do not produce devices themselves—to register as manufacturers.
WEEE Return GmbH is your reliable full-service partner for Europe-wide registration, recycling, and disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment in accordance with the German ElektroG (Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act) and the European WEEE Directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive). The company combines comprehensive consulting and service offerings with the operational disposal solutions provided by REMONDIS Electrorecycling GmbH – ensuring efficient and legally compliant implementation of all regulatory requirements.
You benefit from a powerful service package: from registration and collection to the proper and compliant disposal of your electrical devices – complemented by a wide range of administrative services and a strong international network.
Manufacturers and retailers selling electrical devices to end customers in other European countries can rely on WEEE Return to fully manage all country-specific registration and reporting obligations, ensuring complete legal compliance.
Moreover, manufacturers and distributors are effectively protected against competition-related warnings and fines that may result from violations of statutory requirements.
In addition, WEEE Return provides comprehensive advice on the German Battery Act (BattG) and supports you in fulfilling your related obligations.
What Are ElektroG and BattG, and What Do They Regulate?
ElektroG
Law on the Marketing, Take-Back, and Environmentally Sound Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
The German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) transposes the European WEEE Directive into national law. It requires manufacturers and retailers to register and ensure the proper disposal of their electrical and electronic devices. Consumers are encouraged to dispose of their old devices at official collection points to recover valuable raw materials and minimize environmental impact.
Obligations under the ElektroG:
- Registration with the EAR Foundation (Stiftung EAR) before placing electrical devices on the market
- Provision of take-back systems for old devices
- Labeling devices with the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
- Regular volume reporting and compliance documentation
BattG
Law on the Marketing, Take-Back, and Environmentally Sound Disposal of Batteries and Accumulators
The German Battery Act (BattG) regulates the take-back, recycling, and environmentally responsible disposal of batteries and accumulators in Germany. Manufacturers, importers, and distributors of batteries are legally required to register with a battery take-back system. The aim is to keep harmful substances out of the environment and to ensure the recovery of valuable raw materials.
Obligations under the BattG:
- Registration with the EAR Foundation (Stiftung EAR – Electrical and Electronic Equipment Register)
- Labeling obligation with the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
- Provision of take-back points for used batteries
- Reporting and documentation of battery volumes placed on the market
WEEE: Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
The WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) aims to minimize the environmental impact of waste electrical and electronic equipment across Europe. It places obligations on manufacturers, importers, and retailers to ensure the proper collection, reuse, recycling, and eco-friendly disposal of such products.
