NEWSFLASH - 6 June 2025: APCO has announced that following consultation with members and stakeholders it will not introduce the proposed Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fee model in FY27.
Whilst there was strong support for the intent behind EPR for packaging and a recognition that additional investment in collection, sorting, and reprocessing is required, many APCO members and stakeholders expressed the need for greater regulatory certainty and free rider management. Additionally, members wanted more detail on how fees would be used, how fairness and transparency would be maintained, and how governance and oversight mechanisms would support accountability
APCO will now work with industry and government to refine the model and ensure it is fair, practical and well-designed for future implementation.
For a comprehensive overview of the debate around circularity in packaging and the implications for aerosols, Association members can download our special 'Member's Only' Briefing on the issue.
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