EPR Authorized Representative: now available in Italy for WEEE and batteries
Foreign companies, without a registered office or representative office in Italy, that place electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and/or batteries on the Italian market are required by law to comply with national regulations on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
To fulfill these obligations, non-Italian companies must appoint an Authorized Representative based in Italy .
EPR Compliance for WEEE and Batteries in Italy
This requirement arises from the transposition in Italy of two fundamental European directives :
- Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE),
- Directive 2006/66/EC and EU Regulation 2023/1542 on batteries, accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators.
The Authorized Representative acts on behalf of the foreign manufacturer to ensure full compliance with Italian and European regulations. This includes:
- Registration with the competent national registers,
- Sending periodic reports on the quantities and types of products placed on the market,
- Verification of labelling, collection and recycling obligations,
- Coordination with EPR Collective Systems, where applicable.
Please note: Without an Authorized Representative, foreign companies cannot legally place WEEE or batteries on the Italian market.
Who must appoint an authorized representative in Italy?
Any company without a registered office or office in Italy that sells:
- Electrical or electronic devices (e.g. household appliances, IT devices, consumer electronics, …),
- Batteries or accumulators (either as single products or integrated into devices),
must appoint an Authorized Representative in Italy to ensure compliance with EPR regulations.
This also applies to:
- Direct sales via e-commerce (e.g. Amazon, eBay),
- B2B cross-border shipments,
- Sales through third-party platforms or distributors.
There are no minimum thresholds : even small quantities of EEE or batteries require full compliance.
Why choose Interzero as your Authorized Representative in Italy?
With Interzero, you get a comprehensive service to comply with WEEE and battery regulations in Italy. As your Authorized Representative, we take care of:
- Registration in national registers (WEEE Register for equipment, Battery Register for batteries and accumulators),
- Provision of registration number,
- Membership of an EPR Collective System as a point of contact for all regulatory matters,
- Sending reports to the Collective System,
- Submission of the annual declaration to the National Registry.
How can I appoint Interzero as my company's authorized representative in Italy?
Choosing Interzero services means completing all the formalities quickly, easily and 100% online .
- Create a free business account on our Italian portal (it takes less than a minute!).
- Enter product types and estimated volumes for the Italian market.
- Get a quote and confirm your order.
- Follow the confirmation steps sent via email.
Once completed, we will take care of the entire compliance process for you.
FAQ
An authorized representative in Italy is a legal entity based in Italy that assumes responsibility for fulfilling EPR obligations on behalf of a foreign manufacturer.
According to Italian EPR legislation, the term Producer includes any company that manufactures, imports, or sells EEE or batteries on the Italian market, directly, through distributors, or via e-commerce, regardless of volume.
All foreign companies without a registered office in Italy that place WEEE, batteries, or accumulators on the market are required to appoint an Authorized Representative in Italy. This applies to direct online sales, through distributors, or through platforms.
The Authorized Representative in Italy has the following duties:
- Registration in the national registers,
- Sending reports on the quantities entered,
- Ensuring compliance with labelling, collection and recycling obligations,
- Coordination with Collective Systems.
Please note: Non-compliance may result in penalties and market access restrictions.
Companies that fail to appoint an Authorized Representative risk fines proportionate to the quantity and type of products, suspension or ban from sales in Italy, as well as legal and financial consequences.
It is a non-profit organization created by producers that collectively manages the responsibility for waste arising from products placed on the market. Its main task is to ensure compliance with EPR obligations by organizing and financing collection, recycling, and disposal.
Yes. We currently provide authorized representation services in all 27 EU member states, as well as the United Kingdom, Norway, and Switzerland. We act on behalf of both EU and non-EU companies.
Thanks to our comprehensive EPR services, entrepreneurs placing packaging and products in multiple European markets can quickly, conveniently, and centrally appoint an Authorized Representative in different European countries.
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