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Textiles EPR
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 has experienced an evident increase, and it is necessary to have governing control over this. The European Union’s update to the Waste Framework Directive (WFD) 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.
As part of its earlier revisions of the Waste Framework Directive, member states were expected to have set up a separate collection for textiles from January 1st 2025, and on February 18th 2025, the European Parliament and the Council of the EU reached a provisional agreement on new measures to strengthen textile waste management and reduction under WFD.
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.
Despite the pending updates at the EU level, some member states have already proceeded to introduce EPR legislation.
ERP, your trusted Partner for Textiles EPR
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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Reporting
Furthermore, you have to prove what happens to the textile waste or that it is properly collected and recycled.
In addition, you have to report annually on the amount (weight) of textiles that are imported into the Dutch market and whether and how the collection, recycling and reuse targets have been met.
Costs
At this point, we are the only solution provider on the market, who does not charge any direct or indirect set-up fees in 2023.
Why? Because in this preliminary stage we just need you to get registered. Currently, none of the PRO´s in the market have published their fees. Our initial agreement is flexible and offers you the option to make changes to the organization if needed.
In 2024, when joining our compliance scheme, we’ll charge for reporting services only according to our agreement. 2025 will mark the first year of textile EPR compliance fees.
TEXTILE EPR
What is the definition of “Textiles”?
The new regulation for Textile-EPR applies to all companies that professionally offer clothing on the Dutch market.
This means all manufacturers and importers of consumer clothing, workwear and corporate clothing as well as table, bed, table and household linen.
Furthermore, it does not matter whether the textiles are offered to a company (B2B) or to end consumers (B2C, D2C). This also applies to textiles which are made from partially recycled material.
Excluded from the regulation are:
- Dutch second-hand shops, because these clothes already exist on the market
- Companies that supply basic materials for production
In a nutshell – the Textile EPR applies to all companies that sell clothing and household textiles on the Dutch market, whether to private or commercial end consumers.
For more information, please contact us here.
