For manufacturers, the biggest challenge is knowing where to start. Our solution helps you:Centralize SKU and packaging data for jurisdiction-specific reportingHighlight packaging attributes needed for compliance and fee modelingIdentify material and supplier data gaps early to reduce last-minute scrambles

What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a regulatory approach that shifts the responsibility for managing a product’s end-of-life—from governments and taxpayers—onto the producers. Manufacturers are required to cover costs for collection, recycling, and safe disposal, and may also need to design products with sustainability and recyclability in mind.

Why should U.S. manufacturers care about EPR now?

EPR is no longer limited to the EU. The U.S. already has 146 EPR laws across 35 states, with packaging rules expanding rapidly in states like California, Oregon, and Colorado. Manufacturers face growing compliance fees, reporting requirements, and recycling targets, making it critical to build EPR programs now.

How can companies manage EPR compliance effectively?

To comply with EPR, companies need strong supply chain visibility, accurate materials data, and systems for reporting across multiple jurisdictions. Platforms like Assent simplify compliance by collecting supplier data, managing reporting workflows, and preparing documentation for Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs).

What are EPR requirements for manufacturers?

EPR requirements hold producers accountable for the entire life cycle of their products, including end-of-life waste management. In the U.S., EPR laws often apply to packaging and require manufacturers to report recyclability, track substances of concern, and cover recycling costs instead of taxpayers.

How do EPR laws affect U.S. manufacturers?

EPR laws are expanding across more than 35 U.S. states. They create a fragmented regulatory landscape where requirements vary by jurisdiction. Manufacturers must adapt by building strong compliance systems, collecting supply chain data, and designing products with sustainability and recyclability in mind.

What is an EPR solution?

An EPR solution helps companies manage compliance and sustainability by automating reporting, centralizing data collection, and mapping obligations across multiple jurisdictions. The right EPR solution reduces costs, ensures market access, and supports long-term sustainability goals. Assent has an EPR solution that helps you meet your EPR deadlines and engage your suppliers for critical information required for Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs).

What steps should I take to get started with EPR compliance?

Manufacturers should begin by mapping which EPR laws apply to their products and packaging, building a reliable data foundation across their supply chain, and engaging suppliers to gather recyclability and substance data. From there, implementing an EPR solution to automate reporting and integrate compliance insights into product design helps ensure long-term readiness.

EPR Solution

EPR Packaging Software for Manufacturers

Assent’s Extended Producer Responsibility Packaging solution helps you collect packaging data and generate report-ready outputs with fee estimations, so you can meet your compliance deadlines.

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EPR Solution Designed for Manufacturers

Assent keeps your EPR compliance program on track across multiple jurisdictions with upcoming 2025–2026 deadlines.

Proven Supplier Engagement Engine

Engage even the hardest-to-reach suppliers with multilingual education and 1:1 support.

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Scale & Integration

Assent’s EPR solution builds on our compliance and sustainability platform to consolidate product and packaging data in one place.

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Trusted Regulatory Expertise

Handle changing EPR requirements with expert insight and industry best practices. Get the support you need to determine your scope, resolve data gaps, and avoid costly mistakes.

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Go Beyond Packaging Compliance

Data collected for EPR integrates seamlessly across Assent’s platform, powering restricted substance tracking, sustainable sourcing, and other critical compliance initiatives.

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Overcome Packaging EPR Complexity

Assent’s solution helps you identify impacted SKUs and suppliers, collect the right packaging data, estimate fees, and generate jurisdiction-specific reports. We make it easier for your suppliers to respond — and for you to comply without derailing operations. With our solution, your company can:

Build EPR Readiness

For manufacturers, the biggest challenge is knowing where to start. Our solution helps you:

Centralize SKU and packaging data for jurisdiction-specific reporting
Highlight packaging attributes needed for compliance and fee modeling
Identify material and supplier data gaps early to reduce last-minute scrambles

Empower Your Suppliers

Suppliers often don’t know what EPR is, let alone how to respond. Assent supports them by:

Providing ready-to-use education and outreach
Sending tailored requests for information
Collecting packaging attributes (materials, weights, PCR percentage) in a system they are already familiar with

Avoid Regulatory Risk

California’s SB54 and Canada’s Plastics Registry introduce strict reporting and fee obligations starting in 2025. Late or inaccurate filings can lead to penalties, reputational risk, and increased costs. Acting early reduces financial exposure and ensures continuity.

Meet EPR Demands With Confidence and Control

Avoid disruption, minimize risk, and strengthen supplier relationships — all while meeting one of the most urgent regulatory challenges for manufacturers in North America. See how Assent simplifies EPR compliance through intelligent supplier engagement, expert guidance, and scalable data management.

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