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The Containers & Packaging Recycling Law

The Containers and Packaging Recycling Act, established in 1995, aims to reduce solid waste and enhance recycling of containers and packaging. Under this Act, the Japan Containers and Packaging Recycling Association manages and invests recycling fees from businesses to support recycling efforts.

Roles and Responsibilities under the Containers and Packaging Recycling Law

  • Municipality: They are responsible for the collection

  • Recycler: Collect the waste from producers for recycling

  • Producer: They are required to pass the waste to recyclers as well as improve their product design

The Compliance Requirements

  • Business Obligations: Companies using or importing certain packaging must follow recycling rules.

  • Compliance: Businesses must manage and report their packaging use.

  • Reporting: Annual reports on recycling are required from July to June.

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