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16

Jul 2019

Update on Saudi Arabia’s Technical Regulation for Oxo-Biodegradable Plastic Material

On 16, Jul 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

The implementation of the Technical Regulation (TR) No. 947 on Degradable Plastic Material, published in October 2016 in the Saudi official Gazette has been postponed for the second time.

In January of this year, the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) postponed the registration for Phase II and Phase III products under the Regulation to September 1. 2019 from the initially planned date of August 1. 2018.

Earlier this June, SASO sent out a circular to its notifying members to the effect that the registration for the two phases II and III is postponed again to April 1. 2020.

Phase II and III products include amongst others, bubble wrap, stretch films used for packaging and plastic liners used for cartons. The regulation applies to all products made of polypropylene plastic and polyethylene plastic that are mostly used for short periods before being disposed of and that are subject to the limits of thickness stated in the adopted standards annexed thereto.

Manufacturers of electronic and electrical equipment may well be affected by this regulation in as far as they apply plastic material within the scope of the regulation.

We will keep you updated with developments on the subject Technical Regulation and remain at your disposal for any queries you may have regarding this matter.

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Jul 2019

1cc Webinar in July 2019: Basics of WEEE, Batteries and Packaging for Newcomers

On 15, Jul 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

1cc GmbH is organizing a webinar subject of the basic regulatory framework for WEEE, Batteries and Packaging on the European federal level.

The inclusion of passive devices in the scope of the ElektroG in Germany as of May 2019 sheds a new light on the requirements and obligations of manufacturers. To this effect, the webinar will present the basic principles of the WEEE, batteries and packaging waste legislation in the European Union and Germany, especially for the “newly” affected manufacturers.

The webinar will focus on the concept and principles behind the three legislative waste frameworks. In addition, elements like product scope and manufacturer obligations under the WEEE, Packaging and Battery Directives, including their national legislative implementations in Germany will be examined. The innovation in Germany with respect to passive devices and the new packaging register is of particular interest and is accorded special mention during the webinar.

Date: Thursday, July 25, 2019 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM CEST

Language: English

Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6066333704682874635

PS: Participation in the webinar is free of charge. However, the number of participants per webinar is limited to 20 attendees.

06

Jun 2019

France: First Standard on Circular Economy Project Management

On 06, Jun 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

In cooperation with around fifty actors, the French Agency for Standardisation, AFNOR, developed the first technical standard on Circular Economy project management system – Requirements and Guidelines, XP X30-901.

The voluntary standard XP X30-901 involves a 3 x 7 matrix covering the three dimensions of sustainable development – environment, economy, society – and the seven fields of action of the circular economy: sustainable procurement, eco-design, industrial symbiosis, economy of functionality, responsible consumption, extension of service life, effective management of materials or products at the end of their life.

The standard may also inspire labeling, certification, or any other sign indicating that an organization applies it in all respects. It is intended to become an international standard. The ISO countries have approved the creation of a technical committee on the subject (ISO TC 323) to bring together professionals wishing to develop the international standard.

05

Jun 2019

Sweden: Proposal to Further Increase the Chemical Tax

On 05, Jun 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

The Swedish Government published its draft 2019 Spring Fiscal Policy Bill Vårändringsbudget 2018/2019. The introduction of the so-called chemical tax on electronics in Sweden in the summer of 2017 came in an effort to reduce the use of hazardous chemicals. The subject bill presented to the parliament on April 10, 2019 proposes a further increase in chemical tax.

A surge of 37,5% is put forth on chemicals in white goods, while consumer electronics-chemical tax is expected to rise to 33%, both values excluding VAT (25%). Moreover, the bill proposes that chemical tax can be reduced by 50% to 90% on products free of bromide, chloride or phosphorus. Interestingly enough, products sold via e-commerce are exempt from the current and newly proposed chemical tax regulation.

03

Jun 2019

EU – Copyright levies on used products

On 03, Jun 2019 | In Copyright Levies, News @en | By Alisa Maier

Copyright levies may be applicable on used products brought on to the market after repair or refurbishment. In the context of leasing contracts, the question also arises as to whether each new device is subject to levies during the term of the contract. Many suppliers aren’t aware of these particular payment obligations that are not uniform in all EU-countries and are difficult to be justified legally.

As a matter of fact, the obligation is legally controversial: On the one hand, national law doesn’t always regulate the payment obligations for refurbished products, while on the other hand, refurbished products placed on the market have the same functionality as the original products. The buyer may use and reproduce works protected by copyright, so that the right holder receives due compensation.

Accordingly, the competent German authority is currently approaching affected companies directly and claiming levies on used products like, PCs, mobile phones and tablets. When asserting claims in Germany, the suppliers’ contractual situation with the authorities has to be taken into account, as well. Consequently, parties that receive letters from the German collecting society are encouraged to check the claim carefully for applicability.

For more information, please feel free to contact us at: copyright@1cc-consulting.com

16

May 2019

Copyright levies for consumer electronics now also effective in Germany

On 16, May 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

German industrial associations and collecting societies have reached an overall agreement to apply copyright levies on various consumer electronic devices. Following years of negotiations, manufacturers, importers and dealers have finally attained clarity as to their obligations and the amount of levies due; charges of up to 12, 00 Euro per product has to be taken into consideration in the context of the financial planning, administrative process and pricing.

In order to compensate for legal copying of copyright-contents such as music, film, photos or texts for private use, copying machines, printers and IT products, in particular, are now subject to levies in Germany. The new agreement covers a broad spectrum of consumer electronics. It includes DVD recorders, MP3 players, TV sets and set-top boxes with fixed memory or recording via USB interface.

The agreement applies retroactively as of January 1. 2008. Companies affected by the regulations may join the overall agreement for the past period until 31 May 2019.

For more information, please feel free to contact us at: copyright@1cc-consulting.com

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Apr 2019

1cc Webinar in May 2019: WEEE Open Scope and passive devices – special case Germany

On 18, Apr 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

1cc GmbH is organizing a webinar subject of the WEEE Open Scope and passive devices of the German ElektroG.

Effective May 1, 2019 the so-called “passive” devices will fall within the scope of the German ElektroG. The webinar will outline the basic requirements.

Among other issues, the webinar will focus on which specific categories electrical and electronic equipment that only carry electricity must be registered in Germany or added to the monthly report in the case of existing registrations.

 

Date: Monday, May 06, 2019 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CEST

Language: English

Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1426745377778561804

 

PS: Participation in the webinar is free of charge. However, the number of participants per webinar is limited to 20 attendees.

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Mar 2019

WEEE: „Passive” Devices in Scope of German ElektroG

On 20, Mar 2019 | In News @en, WEEE | By Alisa Maier

Effective May 1, 2019 the so-called “passive” devices will fall within the scope of the German ElektroG: Electrical and electronic equipment that conduct electricity have to be registered under the following categories as applicable for each device, or added to the monthly reporting for registrations that already exist:

  • Small appliances
  • Small appliances for IT and Telecommunication
  • Large appliances

Passive devices include antennas, adapters, jacks, connectors, sockets, wall plugs, ready-made cables, switches, push buttons and electric fuses.

We would be happy to place our expertise at your disposal, particularly in

  • evaluating which of your products are affected
  • managing the registration process for new products in scope
  • integrating passive devices in existing reporting routines
  • monitoring the development of legislation regarding passive devices in further EU countries

Please contact us at contact@1cc-consulting.com

20

Mar 2019

1cc Webinar in March 2019: California Proposition 65

On 20, Mar 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

1cc GmbH is organizing a webinar subject of the Californian legislation, California Proposition 65. The webinar is offered in English.

The California Proposition 65 affects all companies selling products in California. Companies must issue warnings on their products in case they contain a substance listed under this regulation. The webinar will outline the basic requirements. Among other issues, the webinar will focus on identifying/defining the party obligated under the California Proposition 65 and how the warnings are to be designed. The topic of “safe harbor levels” will also be addressed.

 

Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM CEST

Language: English

Registration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8563301519384250891

 

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Mar 2019

Do E-Scooters and Hoverboards fall under the EU WEEE?

On 20, Mar 2019 | In News @en | By Alisa Maier

As our understanding of mobility changes, small electrical and electronic vehicles such as e-scooters and hoverboards are gaining ground. The EU market is a growing business field for producers all over the world.

Considering e-scooters and hoverboards need electricity to function, the question that arises is whether they are subject to requirements under the EU-WEEE-directive 2012/19/EU. The fact that the directive stipulates an exclusion for two-wheel vehicles that are “type approved” complicates the situation even more.

However, regardless of whether the e-scooter or hoverboard are subject to the WEEE obligations in a specific EU country or not, fact remains that their accumulators are within the scope of the EU Battery Directive 2006/66/EU.

At the beginning of 2019, Germany initiated a draft ordinance on the participation of very small electric vehicles in road traffic (eKFV) and that would ultimately permit the licensing of e-scooters with a maximum speed of 12km/h to 20 km/h. However, the draft does not include hoverboards yet; the BMIV is looking into this issue and evaluating their potential licensing.

We remain at your disposal to clarify compliance queries you may have in the various EU member states. Please contact us at contact@1cc-consulting.com