- The plastic packaging tax in the UK charges £210.82 per tonne on packaging with less than 30% recycled content that is manufactured or imported into the country.
- Recent updates include new regulations and guidance on tax credits for exported packaging, as well as increased penalties for late payment.
- There are also intricacies to consider when determining if a business needs to register for the tax, such as counting all plastic packaging manufactured or imported, including transport packaging and material set aside for non-packaging use.
- Four myths about the tax are debunked, including the belief that recyclability matters for tax purposes and that certain types of plastic are excluded.
Source Evelyn Partners
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