14. January 20252 Minutes

New Extended Producer Responsibility Register (EPRR) in Croatia

New Extended Producer Responsibility Register (EPRR) in Croatia

Starting in 2025, all companies that put products that generate special categories of waste on the Croatian market are required to register in the new Extended Producer Responsibility Register (EPRR). This electronic database, developed by Fina for the Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency Fund, will contain key information on producers obliged to comply with the Waste Management Act.

From January 2025, registration in EPRR will be exclusively digital, replacing previous methods. All producers, both existing and new, must register during this month.

EPRR Data:

The register includes data on product types and quantities placed on the market, along with information on fulfilling waste management obligations. A particular focus lies on Ordinance on packaging and packaging waste, single-use plastics, and fishing gear containing plastic and the Ordinance on the management of special waste categories in the system of the Fund.

Access to EPRR:

Access to the EPRR will be provided only to authorised users through the National Identification and Authentication System (NIAS) – (https://nias.gov.hr/), which will require credentials of a minimum significant level of security. If you are a foreing producer with registration and reporting obligations, only your authorized representative in Croatia will have access and can register your company.

Registration and Fee Obligations:

Registration and fee obligations apply to producers of the following products placed on the Croatian market:

  • Beverage and milk packaging (0.2 l to 3 l)
  • Various product packaging
  • Disposable plastic products (bags, containers, wrappers, wipes, balloons, etc.)
  • Tobacco products with filters
  • Fishing gear containing plastic
  • Electrical and electronic devices and equipment
  • Tires
  • Vehicles
  • Lubricating oils
  • Batteries and accumulators

Data for products placed on the Croatian market in January 2025 must be submitted in February 2025 exclusively via the EPRR form.

Interzero Support:

Interzero will continue to act as an authorized representative, managing all obligations for foreign companies delivering products subject to the Waste Management Act to end consumers in Croatia.

Further Information:

Detailed information is available on the website of the Fund for Environmental Protection and Energy Efficiency.