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Manufacturer responsibility for electronicsElektronik

Companies that market electrical and electronic equipment in Denmark have a statutory responsibility to ensure proper handling and financing of equipment waste. The rules are in place to encourage recycling and recycling, as well as limit the environmental impact of electronic waste.
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Legislation

The legislation on producer responsibility for fishing gear is laid down in Elektronik er fastsat i The Electronic Waste Ordinance.
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FAQs

Get answers to the most common questions about manufacturer liability for electronics and get an overview of your obligations.
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Examples

What is electronics?

Electrical and electronic equipment covers products that rely on electric current or electromagnetic fields to operate and are designed for a voltage up to 1,000 volts (alternating current) or 1,500 volts (direct current). These products are subject to producer responsibility, regardless of whether they are used in private households or for business purposes.
Household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens and vacuum cleaners
IT equipment such as computers, tablets and mobile phones
Electric tools and toys
Televisions, Monitors and Radios
Also applies to foreign companies

Who is covered by the electronics manufacturer responsibility?

Companies that manufacture, import or market electrical and electronic equipment in Denmark are covered by producer responsibility. The responsibility applies regardless of whether the company produces, imports, sells under its own name or sells directly to Danish consumers from abroad.

Producers

Companies that manufacture electrical and electronic equipment in Denmark are considered manufacturers and are given producer responsibility.

Importers

Companies that import electrical and electronic equipment into Denmark are considered manufacturers.

Remote sales companies

Companies outside Denmark that sell electrical and electronic equipment directly to Danish consumers also have responsibilities as manufacturers.
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How to comply with the rules for electronics

It is not a requirement to be a member of a collective scheme for electronics, but without membership, the company itself must make sure to meet all requirements. With Packaging Reporting as a partner, we help you safely and effectively comply with the regulations.
Register your company in the Manufacturer Register (DPA)
Report how much electrical and electronic equipment you put on the market
Pay the statutory fees
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