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Current information on the German Packaging Act, LUCID and EPR โ€” in English.

Business owner reviewing the new EU Declaration of Conformity for packaging
Declaration of Conformity ยท PPWR

EU Declaration of Conformity for Packaging: What You Actually Need to Know

Do I need a separate declaration for every product? Do I need a lab? All the real questions answered, with sources.

๐Ÿ“… 15.08.2026 โฑ 14 min read Read โ†’
Timeline of VerpackDG and PPWR obligations 2026โ€“2029: Authorised Representative, producer identification, EU sorting symbol and reusable packaging label
VerpackDG ยท PPWR

Germany's Packaging Law from August 12, 2026: What Changes for Representatives and Labeling

Who needs a German Authorised Representative from August 12, 2026, what changes for packaging labeling โ€” and what doesn't yet.

๐Ÿ“… 30.07.2026 โฑ 12 min read Read โ†’
Amazon Germany costs 2026
Costs ยท Amazon

How Much Does It Really Cost to Sell on Amazon Germany in 2026?

Detailed examples with real numbers: kitchen, beauty, low-cost product โ€” all cost factors compared.

๐Ÿ“… 09.06.2026 โฑ 8 min read Read โ†’
Amazon listing suspended
Amazon EPR

Amazon Suspended My Listing. The Real Reason Was Not What I Thought.

Why suspensions often have nothing to do with the product, but with missing LUCID registration and packaging compliance.

๐Ÿ“… 05.06.2026 โฑ 7 min read Read โ†’
Laws for foreign sellers in Germany
Foreign Sellers

What Laws Must Foreign Sellers Know Before Selling in Germany?

VerpackG, LUCID, EPR, VAT, GDPR and product safety โ€” everything international sellers need to know.

๐Ÿ“… 03.06.2026 โฑ 9 min read Read โ†’
VerpackG, LUCID and EPR โ€” do it yourself or use a service provider?
EPR ยท Guide

EPR in Germany: Should You Do It Yourself or Hire a Service?

Almost every seller asks this question.

๐Ÿ“… 01.06.2026 โฑ 5 min read Read โ†’
LUCID ยท Shipping

Shipping to Germany? How Amazon, Etsy and eBay Sellers Meet LUCID and Packaging Obligations

What every seller shipping goods to Germany needs to know.

๐Ÿ“… 29.05.2026 โฑ 5 min read Read โ†’
Many Amazon sellers think they are compliant
Amazon EPR

Many Amazon Sellers Think They're Compliant in Germany โ€” But Aren't

Registered with LUCID and still no packaging licence? Here's why "I have a number" isn't the same as being compliant.

๐Ÿ“… 27.05.2026 โฑ 6 min read Read โ†’
Why LUCID and packaging rules can suddenly cause problems
LUCID ยท EPR

Why LUCID and Germany's Packaging Act Can Suddenly Become a Problem

Amazon warning out of nowhere? Here's what LUCID, EPR and the Packaging Act actually mean for international sellers.

๐Ÿ“… 26.05.2026 โฑ 5 min read Read โ†’
DIVID and confectionery: Belgian chocolate packaging
DIVID

When Does Confectionery Fall Under DIVID? A Practical Case from Belgium

A real practical case: which packaging types trigger the DIVID obligation and which do not.

๐Ÿ“… 25.05.2026 โฑ 5 min read Read โ†’
Amazon seller listing restricted despite LUCID registration
Amazon EPR

Why Amazon Sellers Suddenly Lose Listings in Germany โ€” Even Though They Think They Did Everything Right

Registered with LUCID and still got restricted? Here are the hidden reasons โ€” and a checklist to fix it fast.

๐Ÿ“… 22.05.2026 โฑ 8 min read Read โ†’
Amazon asking for an EPR number in Germany
Amazon EPR

Why Does Amazon Suddenly Ask for an EPR Number in Germany?

LUCID, WEEE, battery registration โ€” what Amazon's compliance requests actually mean, and what to do next.

๐Ÿ“… 21.05.2026 โฑ 7 min read Read โ†’
Packaging licensing cost calculation for Germany
Costs ยท Packaging

How Much Does Packaging Licensing Cost in Germany? A Practical Guide for Amazon Sellers

Real numbers for small and larger sellers โ€” LUCID, dual system fees, cost per unit, and a checklist before you calculate.

๐Ÿ“… 19.05.2026 โฑ 10 min read Read โ†’
Stressed online seller reviewing the new German Packaging Act before the 12 August 2026 deadline
VerpackG ยท Germany

German Packaging Act (VerpackG) Explained

What is the German Packaging Act? Who must register with LUCID, what a dual system costs โ€” and what happens if you don't comply.

๐Ÿ“… 18.05.2026 โฑ 11 min read Read โ†’
Hidden costs of selling on Amazon Germany
Costs ยท Amazon ยท EPR

The Hidden Costs of Selling on Amazon Germany

VAT, packaging licensing, the authorised representative, returns, PPC: what 100 kg of packaging costs and what your real margin looks like.

๐Ÿ“… 18.05.2026 โฑ 14 min read Read โ†’
Team reviewing German packaging law requirements
VerpackG ยท LUCID

Germany Packaging Law for Amazon Sellers: Complete Beginner Guide to LUCID & EPR

What LUCID is, what EPR is, who needs to register โ€” and what happens if you ignore the German packaging law.

๐Ÿ“… 18.05.2026 โฑ 10 min read Read โ†’
LUCID registration for Amazon sellers in Germany
LUCID ยท Step by Step

Step-by-Step Guide: LUCID Registration for Amazon Sellers in Germany

Obligations, FBA reports, data reporting and deadlines โ€” the complete process.

๐Ÿ“… 14.05.2026 โฑ 9 min read Read โ†’
When is an Authorised Representative required for DIVID?
DIVID ยท Authorised Representative

What Is an Authorised Representative in DIVID (EWKF)?

Not just non-EU companies: what matters is establishment in Germany, not EU membership.

๐Ÿ“… 13.05.2026 โฑ 8 min read Read โ†’
Which products fall under DIVID (EWKF)?
DIVID ยท EWKF

Step-by-Step Guide: DIVID (EWKF) Registration for Online Sellers in Germany

Products in scope, the 500-gram threshold, levy rates and the Authorised Representative โ€” the full process.

๐Ÿ“… 13.05.2026 โฑ 12 min read Read โ†’
Germany is the largest Amazon market in Europe
Amazon ยท Foreign Sellers

What Foreign Amazon Sellers Should Know Before Selling in Germany

2025 market figures, compliance, returns, inventory planning โ€” and what changed in 2025/2026.

๐Ÿ“… 12.05.2026 โฑ 10 min read Read โ†’
Amazon flagged your product as hazmat
Amazon ยท Dangerous Goods

When AI Makes Mistakes: Why Amazon Sellers Suddenly Get Hazmat Warnings

Automated hazmat classification: triggers, the review process, appeals and what international sellers must know.

๐Ÿ“… 11.05.2026 โฑ 9 min read Read โ†’
EPR compliance checklist โ€” the most common mistakes
EPR ยท Mistakes

The Biggest EPR Mistakes Amazon Sellers Make in Germany

Ten typical mistakes โ€” from LUCID without licensing to a mismatched company name โ€” and what they cost.

๐Ÿ“… 11.05.2026 โฑ 9 min read Read โ†’
EPR numbers in EU countries
EPR ยท EU Countries

EPR Numbers in EU Countries: What Amazon Sellers Should Know

Country overview, LUCID, Citeo, CONAI, Ecoembes โ€” and the new representative duty since August 2026.

๐Ÿ“… 09.05.2026 โฑ 11 min read Read โ†’
Does EWKFonds (DIVID) Apply to Food Sellers Using Plastic Packaging?
EWKFonds ยท Food

Does EWKFonds (DIVID) Apply to Food Sellers Using Plastic Packaging?

Honey buckets and food containers: the 500-gram threshold since November 2025 and how this differs from the VerpackG.

๐Ÿ“… 07.05.2026 โฑ 11 min read Read โ†’
Why Amazon Germany sellers get blocked for EPR issues
Amazon ยท EPR

Why Amazon Germany Sellers Get Blocked for EPR Compliance Issues

Marketplaces now verify because the law requires it โ€” what that means for sellers and where the systems differ.

๐Ÿ“… 07.05.2026 โฑ 10 min read Read โ†’
Who Really Needs LUCID Registration? The Edge Cases Explained
LUCID ยท Edge Cases

Who Really Needs LUCID Registration? The Edge Cases Explained

Dropshipping, private label, B2B, service packaging: when the duty is yours โ€” and when it exceptionally is not.

๐Ÿ“… 06.05.2026 โฑ 11 min read Read โ†’
Difference Between LUCID and Packaging Licensing in Germany
LUCID ยท Licensing

Difference Between LUCID and Packaging Licensing in Germany

LUCID reports, licensing pays. Why you need both โ€” and why the second breach costs more.

๐Ÿ“… 06.05.2026 โฑ 9 min read Read โ†’