Hungary’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework for packaging is governed by Government Decree No. 80/2023 (III. 14.), which came into effect on 1 July 2023. Producers are required to register with both MOHU MOL Hulladékgazdálkodási Zrt. (the designated concession company) and the National Waste Management Authority (NWMD). They must submit data reports quarterly and pay applicable EPR fees to MOHU. The framework mandates tracking, reporting, and payment based on the volume and type of packaging materials placed on the market.

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Hungary EPR Regulations for Manufacturers, Importers and Ecommerce

The EPR obligations in Hungary apply to manufacturers, first domestic marketers, and foreign entities selling online within Hungary’s territory. If a company outside Hungary sells products to consumers or businesses in Hungary, it must appoint a local representative. Producers can fulfill obligations through collective performance via MOHU or individual performance if eligible. The regulation enforces responsibilities for waste management and target fulfillment depending on the product stream.

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Covered and Exempted Packaging under Hungary EPR

Hungary’s EPR covers the following packaging types:

• Consumer packaging including paper, plastic, glass, metal, wood, and composite materials
• Multi-use and single-use packaging
• Advertising media paper and office paper
• Cooking oil and fat containers
• Wooden furniture packaging

Exemptions include pharmaceutical waste and packaging in direct contact with medicinal products.

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Who Must Register under Hungary EPR

The following entities must register under the Hungary EPR regime:

• Manufacturers or first domestic marketers of circular products
• Foreign companies selling into Hungary (e-commerce platforms included)
• Appointed representatives for non-resident producers

Registrations must be made with both MOHU and the NWMD prior to placing products on the market.

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Hungary EPR Data Reporting

Producers are required to submit quarterly reports to the NWMD via the OKIR gate, providing detailed data as defined in Annex 3 of the decree. Data includes quantities of packaging placed on the market, categorized by KF codes, and supporting documents for products in specific categories. Records must be maintained for at least five years.

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Hungary EPR Schedule and Deadlines

Key EPR deadlines in Hungary include:

• Quarterly reporting to NWMD by the 20th of the month following each quarter
• Payment of fees to MOHU within 15 days of receiving the invoice
• Annual reporting and any corrections due by 31 March of the following year

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Hungary EPR Fees and Penalties

Under collective performance, EPR fees are calculated as the product of the quantity of packaging placed on the market and the unit fee per material stream. For individual performance, the fee is contract-based and reflects the actual cost of waste management services, adjusted for the manufacturer’s own operations. Penalties include fines and potential suspension from placing products on the market for non-compliance.

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Common EPR Compliance Challenges In Hungary

Common challenges include:

• Understanding the complex KF coding system for product classification
• Maintaining accurate and timely data reporting
• Managing dual registration and reporting platforms (MOHU and NWMD)
• Complying with contract obligations for individual performance pathways

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