Packaging EPR Questions Circulate After First US State’s Law Goes Live

Packaging Dive (07/17/25)

Two weeks after Oregon’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging law took effect — the first such law in the U.S. — industry leaders at the Packaging Recycling Summit shared lessons learned and strategies for upcoming state programs. Speakers, including representatives from SC Johnson, the Circular Action Alliance, and Specright, emphasized the importance of early preparation, accurate data collection, and supplier collaboration to meet reporting requirements. Challenges cited include identifying all covered product categories, harmonizing definitions across states, and integrating data from acquisitions or different business units. With Colorado’s reporting deadline approaching, companies are applying Oregon’s takeaways to streamline compliance and avoid last-minute scrambles.

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