EcoTax
Shaping a Greener Tomorrow Through Tax Excellence
With a particular focus on Green Taxes, such as Extended Producer Responsibility or Plastic Tax, we serve as the guiding light that transforms regulatory challenges into opportunities for eco-excellence.
What Are Green Taxes?
To change the narrative and meet sustainability goals, the EU Commission promotes transitioning to a circular economy through various EU Directives.
The transposed legislations of these directives are what we call Green Taxes.
Why Do Green Taxes Matter?
Protect the Environment
Capital Support
Internalise Costs
Green Taxes Supported by EcoTax
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy framework that shifts the responsibility of the whole lifecycle of products placed onto the market to the sellers and manufacturers, or as the policy refers to, the producers.
Therefore, it places the onus on businesses to manage the disposal, recycling, or proper treatment of their products after they are no longer in use.
EPR aims to reduce waste, promote recycling, and encourage businesses and resellers to design/purchase products with a lower environmental impact.
Producers are obliged to finance collection and recycling programs after certain products are subject to EPR, as well as report the volumes that are first placed onto the market.
Any party who first places a product subject to EPR requirements in the country:
- if you manufacture a product subject to EPR requirements in the country, and/or
- if you import a product subject to EPR requirements into the country, and/or
- if you sell a product subject to EPR requirements in the country and you are not established in that country.
Plastic Tax
Plastic Tax is an environmental levy imposed on plastic packaging that does not meet specific recycling criteria. It applies to plastic packaging being imported, manufactured, or sold in the country.
Plastic Tax is designed to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics and encourage more sustainable packaging materials.
Depending on the jurisdiction, Plastic Tax usually applies at a rate per metric ton of non-recyclable plastic packaging where the threshold is met.
- Manufacturers of plastic packaging in the country, and/or
- Importers of plastic packaging in the country, and/or
- Intra-community buyers of plastic packaging in the country
The goal of these green taxes is to encourage producers and manufacturers to adopt more environmentally friendly practices, reduce waste, and promote recycling. By making these entities financially responsible for the environmental impact of their products, governments aim to create incentives for greener choices and reduce the environmental burden on society.
How to Become Green Tax Compliant
Understand your obligations
EPR/Plastic Tax obligations can be tedious. Let EcoTax help you understand with whom you need to be registered and what your obligations are.
Sign up and register
Provide the necessary information and documents that we'll submit to the relevant authority. Once you receive the Green Tax registration number(s), share it/them with your marketplace(s) as proof of compliance.
Report and pay
Declare your sales volumes and pay the proportionate quota to the respective Producer Responsibility Organisation for the applicable reporting period.
Non-compliance with green tax regulations can lead to the following consequences:
Fines and Penalties
Loss of Tax Benefits
Reputation Damage
Legal Action
Product Bans or Restrictions
It's important to note that the exact consequences of non-compliance can vary widely based on local regulations and the severity of the violation.
To avoid these consequences, businesses and individuals are encouraged to understand and comply with green tax regulations and
to adopt sustainable practices that align with environmental goals.
Supported Countries
Germany
France
Spain
Our Fees
€150 per annum
Quarterly reporting
€600 per annum
Monthly reporting
€1,800 per annum
E.g. if the reporting frequency is yearly in the selected category, the subscription fee is 150 EUR per year.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to comply with green tax regulations when selling in Europe?
Yes. If you’re placing products on the market in the EU you may face green tax rules such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) or Plastic Tax. Our EcoTax service helps you understand these obligations and register appropriately.
What types of green taxes does EcoTax support?
EcoTax supports major green taxes like EPR (covering packaging, batteries, electronics) and Plastic Tax for non-recyclable plastic packaging. We help you stay compliant across multiple EU countries.
How does EcoTax simplify green tax registration and reporting?
EcoTax guides you through understanding your obligations, submitting registration documents, and managing ongoing reporting and payments to the relevant authorities or producer responsibility organisations.
What happens if I miss a green tax deadline or skip registration?
Failing to comply can lead to fines, loss of tax-benefit eligibility, unknown reputational damage, or even product bans. EcoTax helps you avoid these risks by keeping you up to date with green tax requirements.
Can EcoTax help me in specific countries like Spain, France, or Germany?
Yes. EcoTax covers multiple jurisdictions, including Spain, France, and Germany for green tax compliance and keeps adding new countries as regulations evolve across the EU.