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The Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 Summary

Follow the link for a summary of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2013 that took effect from 1 January 2014. Should you have any questions or concerns around the regulations, get in touch with our specialists.

Regulations PDF

Glossary of Terms

A number of terms are used in the WEEE regulations. By following the link below, we can help you understand the terminology on EEE and WEEEE, with an extensive list of EEE and WEEE terms that are used around WEEE compliance.

Should you need any clarification on these terms, or on your responsibilities, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our team of specialists.

WEEE Abbreviations

Abbreviations are often used as short-hand for some of the longer WEEE terms. Use the link below to find out what the common abbreviations stand for, such as PCS, AATF and DCF.

If you have any questions on the abbreviations contained within the list, please contact us and we can provide further information where necessary.

Legal Definitions

Being aware of the legal definitions of EEE and WEEE is invaluable especially if you are new to WEEE compliance. Follow the link below to read more information on a range of legal terms that are used around WEEE legislation.

If you have any questions or would like to enquire about our WEEE compliance services, you can contact our team directly by phone or email.

EEE Scope Guidance

Producers of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) must identify and report the weight of EEE they place on the market. The Environment Agency’s technical guidance document provides information on which electrical equipment should be counted under the UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations.

Do you have a question about the WEEE Regulations?

If you are unsure about how the WEEE Regulations affect your business or what you need to comply, our Frequently asked questions section has the answers to a range of common questions. Get in touch with us if you would like to talk to our WEEE specialists who can help you further.

WEEE FAQs

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