115 000
tonnes
of products placed on the market in 2024
15 000
tonnes
of products collected in 2024
3 700
tonnes
of products reused in 2024
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Everything you need to know about the scheme
The key ambitions of the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme are to:
- Develop the reuse and repair of these goods, in collaboration with social and solidarity economy (SSE) operators in particular;
- Develop new collection channels, through the take-back of used products by distributors in particular;
- Develop the recycling of sporting and recreational goods that could be reused;
- Reduce the amounts of residual household waste collected by the public waste management service.
The products concerned
The products concerned by the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme are:
- Cycles and non-motorised personal transport devices;
- Products for sports and outdoor activities;
The accessories of the above-mentioned products come under the corresponding product families.
Are your products packaged ?
If so, you also come under the household packaging and graphic papers (EMPAP) scheme.
Products not concerned
The products not concerned by the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme are:
- Products designed to be used exclusively by professionals
- Permanent fixtures on sports grounds
- Products covered by the electrical and electronic equipment scheme.
For further information, see article R543-330 of the Environmental Code.
The producers concerned by the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme are: “Any natural person or legal entity that, in a professional capacity, either produces in France, or imports, or assembles, or introduces for the first time on the national market, sporting and recreational goods on the list of products concerned that are intended to be transferred to the end user either in return for payment or free of charge using any selling technique whatsoever, or to be used directly within French national territory.”
In the event that sporting and recreational goods are sold under the sole brand of a reseller, the reseller is considered to be the person or entity putting them on the market.
For further information, see article R543-330 of the Environmental Code.
The regulations define 2 different categories of sporting and recreational goods: :
- The cycles defined in section 6.10 of article R. 311-1 of the French Highway Code1 and non-motorised personal transport devices defined in section 6.162 of the same article.
- Products for sports and outdoor activities
(1)Vehicle with at least two wheels and powered exclusively by the muscle power of the persons on board, in particular by means of pedals or cranks
(2) Non-motorised personal transport device: small vehicle without an engine.
1 producer responsibility organisation (PRO) is accredited for the current accreditation period
| Accredited PRO | Categories | Current accreditation period | EPR fees rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 and 2 | 2022-01-31 – 2027-12-31 | Check the rates |
When a producer joins a producer responsibility organisation (PRO), it pays the organisation an EPR fee in return for the latter taking responsibility for its obligations relating to the products it places on the market.
This amount may be modulated upwards or downwards depending on the environmental characteristics of the products. A bonus rewards virtuous practices, while a penalty is applied to a product with characteristics that have a significant impact on the environment or human health.
Bonuses
Applicable within the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme in 2025
| Criterion | Condition | Bonus amount | Documentary proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incorporation of non-plastic recycled materials | Product incorporating at least 10% (by weight) pre-consumer or post-consumer recycled materials (non-plastic). Concerns bicycles, scooters, oars, paddles, ski bindings, hiking poles, and neoprene wetsuits. |
-5% to -20% of the EPR fee amount, depending on the content and origin of the material. | Recycled material percentage calculated or certified as per the standard EN15343 (textiles) or EN45557 (metals and other materials). Proof of material traceability up to final incorporation. |
| Incorporation of recycled plastic materials | Product incorporating plastic materials derived from pre-consumer or post-consumer recycling of waste sporting and recreational goods or from waste collected or supported by a PRO. Applicable to polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and polyamide (PA) resins. The list of eligible products can be obtained from the PRO on request. |
€220 to €540/t of recycled material incorporated (depending on material origin) | Certification of recycled material percentage as per the standard EN15343/2007. Proof of material traceability up to final incorporation. |
| Availability of spare parts | Products for which all spare parts and technical documentation are available for more than 10 years following placement on the market. Concerns bicycles, scooters, table tennis tables, rowing machines, elliptical trainers, recreational tents, basketball baskets, and stand-up paddles. |
Up to -10% of the EPR fee amount | Contract document guaranteeing that spare parts will be available for 10 years. Technical documentation on how to repair the product. |
| Recyclability | Product recyclability rate greater than 50% (calculated using the tool provided by the PRO). Applicable to 6 products defined by the PRO. | -10% of the EPR fee amount Increased to -50% when the rate reaches 95% |
Web page stating the product’s Environmental Qualities and Characteristics (EQC) Recyclability calculated using the PRO’s tool or a Bill of Materials enabling this to be done. |
Penalties
Applicable within the sporting and recreational goods EPR scheme in 2025
| Criterion | Condition | Penalty amount | Documentary proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability of spare parts | A product for which the average lead time for all spare parts exceeds 7 working days. Concerns bicycles, scooters, table tennis tables, rowing machines, elliptical trainers, recreational tents, basketball baskets, and stand-up paddles. | Up to +10% of the EPR fee amount | Contract document guaranteeing that spare parts will be available within 7 working days. In case of audit: purchase and delivery orders for spare parts over a 12-month period. |
| Recyclability | Product recyclability rate less than 50% (calculated using the tool provided by the PRO). Applicable to 14 products defined by the PRO. | +10% of the EPR fee amount | Web page stating the product’s Environmental Qualities and Characteristics (EQC) Recyclability calculated using the PRO’s tool or a Bill of Materials enabling this to be done. |
Several bonuses or penalties may apply to a given product under this scheme.
Producers, to enquire about the conditions you have to meet and the procedures you have to complete to benefit from a bonus, or check whether you are subject to a penalty, please contact your producer responsibility organisation.
The specifications for the scheme set the following targets:
| Categories | Collection targets1 | Reuse targets1 | Recycling targets2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2027 | 2024 | 2027 | 2024 | 2027 | |
| Category 1 | 18 % | 25 % | 9 % | 14 % | 59 % | 62 % |
| Category 2 | 20 % | 35 % | 4 % | 5 % | 35 % | 50 % |
(1) relative to market placements in the year N-1.
(2) relative to the quantities collected minus the quantities reused in the current year
- Amendment to the specifications (repair and reuse): Order of 10 November 2023
- Data reporting: Order of 12 December 2022
- Accreditation of the Ecologic producer responsibility organisation: Order of 31 January 2022
- Amendment to the specifications (repair):Order of 14 December 2021
- Framework for enforcement of obligations: Decree no. 2021-1213 of 22 September 2021
- Specifications: Order of 27 October 2021
- Definition of the scope of the scheme: Article R543-330 of the Environmental Code
- Legislation establishing the scheme: Article L541-10-1 of the Environmental Code
Brochure
Cross-sector study
The website Que faire de mes déchets/objets (“What to do with my waste and objects”) is designed to help individuals adopt best practices in terms of repair, reuse and recycling.
It is based on a simple, intuitive search engine: by entering an object or waste item, users can find out how to dispose of it responsibly.
An interactive map also shows them where they can find their nearest collection, repair and reuse points.
Informing your consumers or citizens
As a company or local authority, you have a vital role to play in raising awareness of these best practices. By publicising this resource, you can offer your users a valuable service while promoting your commitment to a circular economy.
Timeline
AGEC Law
February 2020
February 2020
AGEC Law
September 2021
Implementing decree
September 2021
Implementing decree
Publication of the specifications
October 2021
October 2021
Publication of the specifications
January 2022
Accreditation of the Ecologic PRO
January 2022
Accreditation of the Ecologic PRO
2022 - 2027
Accreditation valid