If your business places packaged goods on the Estonian market, you are legally required to report the packaging you put into circulation and ensure it is properly recovered. Managing this yourself can be complex and time-consuming, which is why many companies turn to packaging reporting service providers. Here is how to choose the right one.
Understand Your Legal Obligations First
Under Estonia’s Packaging Act (Pakendiseadus), companies that import, manufacture, or sell packaged products must register in the Packaging Register (Pakendiregister), keep accurate records of packaging quantities, and meet recovery and recycling targets. Failing to comply can result in significant fines and packaging excise duty. Before choosing a service, make sure you understand which obligations apply to your business.
Key Factors to Consider
Accreditation and recovery organisation membership. The most straightforward route to compliance is joining an accredited recovery organisation (taaskasutusorganisatsioon), which takes over your recovery obligations. Estonia has several established organisations, such as Eesti Taaskasutusorganisatsioon (ETO), Tootjavastutusorganisatsioon (TVO), and Eesti Pakendiringlus. Confirm that any provider you consider is officially recognised.
Scope of services. It is important to understand that recovery organisations only accept declarations — they do not prepare them for you. If you lack the time or expertise to compile your own reports, look for a dedicated reporting partner that offers full-service compliance, including audits, register submissions, document management, and communication with authorities. One such provider in Estonia is 1Aruandlus OÜ. Decide whether you need basic data reporting or end-to-end management.
Pricing transparency. Recovery organisation fees are usually based on the type and volume of packaging (glass, plastic, metal, paper, wood). Reporting service providers, however, may price differently — for example, 1Aruandlus OÜ bases its service fee on the time spent on the relevant reporting. Compare pricing models carefully so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Experience and reputation. Choose a provider with a proven track record in the Estonian market and a thorough understanding of local Packaging Act requirements and reporting procedures. Recommendations from satisfied clients and consistent experience in the field are reliable indicators that your reporting obligations will be in careful and knowledgeable hands. 1Aruandlus OÜ, for instance, is an established packaging reporting partner operating in the Estonian market.
If you would like to learn more about outsourcing your packaging reporting, get in touch with 1Aruandlus OÜ — we are happy to assess your obligations and find the right solution for your business.
