Overview
The revised Waste Framework Directive creates an EU-wide duty for Member States to set up textile/footwear EPR. National schemes will differ in registers, fee schedules and eco-modulation even though the directive sets common minimums.
Fashion companies already complying in the Netherlands or France should expect additional producer registrations as Italy, Spain, Germany, Sweden and others stand up PROs. Micro-enterprises receive an extra year in the directive’s timetable.
This tracker entry covers the multi-country implementation wave; see the Dutch EPR, French Refashion and WFD revision entries for the legal anchors.
Key requirements
- Identify each Member State where products are made available and whether a textile EPR scheme has launched.
- Register with the relevant national PRO / authority and report placed-on-market volumes.
- Budget for eco-modulated fees and keep SKU data needed for modulation criteria.
- Align packaging and textile EPR obligations where both apply.
Who’s affected
Producers placing clothing, footwear and related textiles on EU Member State markets, including distance sellers—especially multi-market fashion and retail groups.
Timeline
16 October 2025
Directive (EU) 2025/1892 enters into force.
17 June 2027
National transposition deadline.
17 April 2028
Textile EPR schemes generally must be operational (micro-enterprises: 2029).
How Carbon Trail helps
How Carbon Trail can help
- Map which products, markets and legal entities fall in scope.
- Structure product, supplier and emissions data needed for disclosures and EPR reporting.
- Track timelines, owners and evidence gaps across overlapping fashion regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Is one EU registration enough?
No. EPR is implemented nationally. Selling in multiple Member States usually means multiple registrations and fee payments.
