France EPR Guide 2025/2026

France requires every producer to obtain a unique identifier (IDU) issued via ADEME and to join an approved eco-organisation (PRO) such as Citeo. France also mandates on-pack sorting information.

National register ADEME ↗

Producer org (PRO) Citeo

Region European Union

Materials priced 9

Who must register

Registration applies from the first product placed on the market; there is no general volume exemption.

Reporting & deadlines

Declare packaging quantities annually to your eco-organisation; the eco-contribution is billed per product.

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France packaging eco-fee estimates

Approximate 2025–2026 eco-fee per kilogram by material. Actual fees depend on your PRO, packaging recyclability and eco-modulation.

Material	Code	€ / kg
Paper & cardboard	PAP 20-22	€0.180
PE-LD (polybag / film)	04 PE-LD	€2.200
PE-HD (rigid plastic)	02 PE-HD	€2.000
PP (polypropylene)	05 PP	€2.000
PET	01 PET	€1.500
Glass	GL 70-72	€0.040
Steel / tinplate	FE 40	€0.180
Aluminium	ALU 41	€0.500
Composite / mixed	C/ 81+	€2.800

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Key points for France

The Triman logo plus Info-tri sorting instructions are mandatory on packaging sold in France.
Marketplaces must verify your French UIN (IDU) — keep it valid to avoid listing blocks.
Eco-modulation means better-recyclable packaging can lower your fees.

⚠️ This is general information, not legal advice. EPR rules and fees change — always confirm current obligations with the national authority (ADEME) or your PRO before you register or budget.

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