Do you have to appoint an authorized representative for EPR in Croatia?
Companies that place packaging, electrical and electronic equipment, and batteries on the Croatian market are required to comply with a range of legal obligations under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations in Croatia. Foreign entities cannot fulfil these obligations on their own – they must appoint an authorized EPR representative in Croatia.
If you sell the above-mentioned products and packaging to individual customers from Croatia using:
- your own online store,
- sales platforms (e.g. Zalando, eBay, Etsy),
- other distance selling channels…
…you are required to meet your EPR obligations by appointing an authorised representative.
Interzero provides professional authorized representative services to all entities that place packaging and packaged products on the Croatian market. Entrust us with your obligations and become one of our many satisfied clients.
What responsibilities will Interzero assume as your authorized representative in Croatia?
As your authorized EPR representative in Croatia, Interzero will manage all responsibilities assigned to producers under local regulations. Once you sign a contract with us, we will:
- register your company in the Croatian register of extended producer responsibility (EPRR),
- submit monthly reports on the quantities of packaging and products your company placed in the Croatian market,
- calculate and remit waste management fees on your behalf to the Croatian Fund for Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency (FZOEU),
- represent your company before Croatian authorities in all matters concerning EPR obligations.
This ensures that your products can be sold in Croatia legally, safely, and in full compliance with all applicable regulations.
Why choose Interzero? Our expertise in EPR in Croatia and EU
Complying with EPR regulations in individual EU member states can be a significant challenge for businesses. At Interzero, we want to support every company in fulfilling these obligations, which is why we offer professional, expert and comprehensive services in the field of EPR in Croatia and 29 other countries, and act as an authorized representative, representing our clients in 30 European markets.
In Croatia, we act as a legal entity and represent:
- producers,
- importers and
- entrepreneurs conducting intra-community deliveries of packaging and products.
We make sure that your company meets all the requirements of local EPR regulations. With us, you can do business legally, safely and without legal or financial risk.
How do I appoint an authorized representative for EPR in Croatia?
To simplify compliance with Croatian EPR regulations, we have developed an online portal that enables you to quickly calculate the cost of our service and easily sign a contract. Choosing Interzero, you can take care of all the formalities in just a few minutes without leaving your home or office!
To appoint Interzero as your authorised representative:
- Create a free company account at EPR Interzero.
- Enter the types and quantities of packaging and products you intend to place on the market to calculate your contract cost
- Confirm your data and generate a contract.
- Sign the contract and upload it to your customer account at EPR Interzero.
That’s all it takes. Now you can focus on growing your business without any worries, while we take care of all your obligations in an efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly manner.
Authorized representative for EPR in Croatia – frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about EPR regulations in Croatia and the authorized representative for EPR in Croatia.
Who is the authorized representative?
The authorized representative for EPR in Croatia is a natural or legal person who is registered in the Croatian register of extended producer responsibility and takes over full responsibility from a foreign company for the fulfillment of EPR obligations in Croatia regarding individual product categories (packaging, products in packaging, electrical and electronic equipment, batteries).
The authorized representative is appointed by contract. Go to the website of EPR Interzero and sign a contract with us in a few simple steps!
From the moment the contract becomes valid, the authorized representative begins to perform all EPR obligations in Croatia on behalf of the foreign company. The scope of their responsibilities and the remuneration for their services depend on the type and quantity of products and packaging being brought onto the Croatian market. Create a free account for your company and calculate the cost of your contract.
Which companies must have an authorized representative for EPR in Croatia
All companies that:
- are not based in Croatia,
- place packaging, packaged products, electrical and electronic equipment or batteries and accumulators on the Croatian market as part of their business activities,
- sell the aforementioned products to private customers (natural persons) in Croatia through distance-selling channels (phone, online shop, mail order, TV).
Operating contrary to EPR regulations can result in severe penalties!
What is the reason for the obligation to appoint an authorized representative for EPR in Croatia?
The obligation to appoint an authorized representative in Croatia is based on several national legal acts:
- packaging and packaged products – Ordinance on packaging and waste packaging, single-use plastic products and fishing gear containing plastic (OG 137/23),
- batteries and accumulators, electrical and electronic equipment – Ordinance on the management of special categories of waste in the Fund system (OG 124/23),
- general provisions – Waste management act (OG 84/21, 142/23).
The EPR regulations in Croatia and other member states have been implemented in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008, on waste and repealing certain Directives.
Who is a producer according to the Croatian EPR regulations?
According to the definition in the Croatian EPR regulations, a producer is a legal or natural person – a craftsman, or a natural person who develops, produces, transforms, processes, sells, coveys across state lines, or imports, that is, places the products, and/or devices, and/or equipment on the Croatian market.
For example – an online platform (marketplace) that provides services for the sale and purchase of packaged products and deliver to Croatian market is also considered a producer for all producers who sell through this platform and have not fulfilled their legal obligations and did not registered in the Extended Producer Responsibility Register (hr. Registar proizvođača s proširenom odgovornošću, RPPO) by themselves.
Importantly, only those who sell products to individuals (consumers, Croatian citizens) are considered producers. If you only sell your products to Croatian companies, you are not subject to EPR obligations and do not need to appoint an authorized representative for your company in Croatia.
I sell products via a sales portal. Do I need to appoint an authorized representative in Croatia?
Yes. All producers who sell online to Croatian citizens through different online platforms should fulfil EPR obligations, incl. appointment of an authorised representative, on their own. Most of popular online platforms require from distributors submitting a confirmation of appointing an authorised representative in Croatia or providing with some EPR information (concerning ex. registration, fees) before entering partnership.
If the distributor (producer) won’t appoint an authorised representative in Croatia, then the online platform is obliged to tave over all its EPR responsibilities in Croatia.
Does Interzero also offer the EPR authorized representative service in other countries?
Yes. We currently provide authorized representative services in all 27 EU member states, as well as in the UK, Norway and Switzerland. We fulfill the obligations on behalf of EU and non-EU companies.
Thanks to our comprehensive EPR services, companies placing packaging on the market can quickly and conveniently appoint an authorized representative in various European countries in one place.
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