- Germany will implement a Single-Use Plastics levy covering goods released on the market from 2024.
- The legislation provides an overview of the scope, levy principles, refunds and penalties. The levy will be paid by businesses that place a product in the market for the first time (including distance sales) with first payment to be made in 2025.
- Businesses should quickly evaluate the impact of the new regulation and move into data and process preparations.
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