Irish retailers could face fines between €500 and €2,000 if they don’t buy vapes from registered suppliers.
“Some importers may not be meeting their legal obligations and acting at an illegal competitive advantage over compliant producers. “We encourage distributors and retailers to review new and existing supply chains and request confirmation of EEE and Battery Producer Registration in Ireland as part of procurement due diligence
As a result, “retailers are obligated to take these back on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis in-store or on delivery”. “Authorised waste electrical and battery recycling protects the environment and human health, supports climate action, and ensures the recovery of valuable resources.