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Textiles EPR Compliance is now part of Producer Obligations
Strategies for sustainable and circular textiles are reshaping the fashion industry. A comprehensive policy framework introduces a wide range of legislation impacting every stage of a product’s life cycle — from design and production to reuse, recycling, and end-of-life management.
A key aspect is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which makes fashion brands and producers accountable for the environmental impact of their products. But EPR is just one piece of the puzzle. Interconnected regulations like upcoming eco-design and digital product passport requirements mean that brands must now take a holistic, circular approach to compliance and design.
As a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) in Norway, we are developing integrated solutions to help brands navigate these new obligations efficiently and effectively.
We understand the complexity and the opportunity that comes with this legislative shift.
Your trusted Partner
The European Recycling Platform, combined with our global presence in markets, offers unmatched cross-border expertise in textile recycling and EPR solutions. Our participation in leading industry bodies, such as the PRO Forum by Euratex, and other strategic partnerships enables us to stay ahead of regulatory trends and best practices. With a broad geographic reach and deep knowledge of evolving textile regulations, we provide strategic insights and practical solutions that help our partners navigate new challenges with confidence.
Choosing to collaborate with us means partnering with a leader dedicated to both compliance and sustainability.
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Extended Producer Responsibilities for Textiles
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for textiles is not just another compliance box to check; it is a strategic opportunity to lead the sustainability movement and future-proof the businesses of textile producers.
Textile consumption and production have experienced an evident increase, and it is necessary to have governing control over this. The government’s initiative introduces a bold EPR framework designed to tackle this head-on.
This updated legislation places producers at the heart of the circular economy, empowering businesses like yours to turn environmental challenges into a competitive advantage by rethinking waste, closing loops, and shaping a more sustainable textile future.
Across Europe, producers are already transforming how textiles are managed – from smarter design and material choices to advanced sorting and recycling systems. This shift not only ensures compliance with EPR legislation but also drives innovation and sustainability across the entire value chain.
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Your obligations under EPR
As a textile producer or distributor operating in Norway, whether selling to businesses (B2B/B2C) or via online platforms, you must meet specific obligations under Textile Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
Stay informed with our concise summary of responsibilities covering the mandatory EPR for textiles.
Waste Management Costs
Cover expenses related to nation-wide collecting, sorting and recycling textile waste.
Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO)
Register with a recognised PRO to manage your EPR compliance.
Data Tracking
Implement systems to track production, sales and end-of-life textile management.
Consumer Communication
Clearly inform consumers about proper disposal and recycling options for textiles.
producer OBLIGATIONS
Who is impacted by EPR obligations?
EPR Textiles legislation applies to:
Manufacturers
Companies that are established in Norway and in a professional capacity, on their own behalf or through third parties, manufacture, resell or place on the national market products by affixing their own name, company name or trademark to it.
Importers
Companies that are established in Norway and on a professional basis import textiles and make them available on the Norwegian market for the first time.
Distant Sellers
Companies that are not established in Norway and sell textiles directly to end users in Norway through distance selling.
Our solutions to meet your obligations:
Registration with EPR
As a company selling, importing or producing textile products in Norway, you must register with a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) to transfer your EPR obligations.
Reporting
Ensure compliance with the reporting frequency and format required by the EPR scheme operating in Norway.
Compliance Administration
Ensure ongoing adherence to EPR rules and financial contributions calculated by us based on the textiles placed on the market.
Consumer Awareness and Communication
Provide information about disposal and recycling options, and encourage responsible textile disposal by educating consumers.
Continuous Monitoring and Compliance Audits
Evaluate the program effectiveness and continuously improve/adapt business practices to align with the new EPR requirement and sustainability.
Textiles compliance made simple with European Recycling Platform
ERP facilitates a closed-loop approach to textile recycling. These are the steps of the end-of-life textile management:
- Collection: Used textiles are gathered through approved collection points, ensuring they are diverted from landfills and prepared for responsible processing.
- Sorting: Textiles are sorted based on material type, quality, and condition. This is crucial to determine what can be reused, recycled or sent for energy recovery.
- Reuse: Items that are still in good condition are prepared for second-hand use, supporting the circular economy by extending the life of the garments.
- Recycling: Non-reusable textiles are processed into raw materials (e.g. fibres, insulation) to be used in new products. ERP works with certified facilities that apply innovative recycling technology.
- Manufacture of product: Recycled materials are introduced into manufacturing chains, supporting sustainable production and reducing reliance on virgin resources.
- Consumers: Products made with recycled content re-enter the market, completing the circular process and contributing to resource efficiency.
This process is supported by the EPR fees paid by textile producers and sellers, ensuring that the textile life cycle is in line with the EPR regulations.
Global Expertise
Overseeing numerous approved EPR programs globally, Landbell Group offers unparalleled expertise and support.
Integrated Solutions
Comprehensive operational assistance for textile collection, sorting, reuse, and recycling.
Personalized consultation
Schedule a personalised consultation to navigate your compliance journey effortlessly.
EU Commission Vision for 2030
All textile products placed on the EU market, including Norway, are:
- Recyclable
- Repairable
- Durable
- To great extent made of Recycled Fibres
- Free of hazardous substances
- Produced in respect of social rights and environment
Timeline and Key Milestones
Prepare effectively for upcoming changes by clearly understanding timelines and expectations in Norway:
2022-2023: a working group for setting up Norwegian producer responsibility for textiles delivers corresponding recommendations for legislators
2024-2025: consultations, developments, alignment with EU approaches
January 1, 2025: municipalities are mandated to ensure that textile waste is collected separately from households
October 2025: publication of a draft of textile EPR regulations on the authority’s website
Q1-Q2 2026: expected official public consultations on the proposed draft, including targets development
January 1, 2027: proposed by the authority enforcement date.
