California EPR Reporting Archives - Focal Point https://focalpointresearch.net/tag/california-epr-reporting/ Scientific, Regulatory and New Product Consultants Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:33:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://focalpointresearch.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/cropped-focal_point_chart_03-32x32.jpg California EPR Reporting Archives - Focal Point https://focalpointresearch.net/tag/california-epr-reporting/ 32 32 126679100 SB 54 Update: CalRecycle Releases Updated CMC List & First-Ever Recycling Rates https://focalpointresearch.net/california-cosmetic-regulations/sb-54-update-calrecycle-releases-updated-cmc-list-first-ever-recycling-rates/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:33:40 +0000 https://focalpointresearch.net/?p=5741 CalRecycle has officially published the annual update to the Covered Material Categories (CMC) list under California’s SB 54 (Plastic Pollution and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act). This update, effective Jan 2026, is critical for determining if your packaging can be legally labeled as “recyclable” or “compostable” in California. What’s New in this Update? For the first […]

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]]> CalRecycle has officially published the annual update to the Covered Material Categories (CMC) list under California’s SB 54 (Plastic Pollution and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act). This update, effective Jan 2026, is critical for determining if your packaging can be legally labeled as “recyclable” or “compostable” in California.

What’s New in this Update?

For the first time, the list includes published recycling rates by CMC, a requirement under PRC section 42061(b).

Why It Matters:

  • Defines Compliance: The list sets CalRecycle’s official determinations on which material categories meet the criteria for recyclability and compostability.
  • Labeling Impact: These determinations directly influence your eligibility to use “recyclable” or “compostable” labels pursuant to PRC sections 42061(c) and (d).

The updated CMC list and guidance on categorization on the CalRecycle SB 54 Covered Material Categories can be found on the webpage. It’s time to check your product classifications against the new rates. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding this update.

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]]> 5741 Reminder: California EPR Reporting Deadline is November 15 https://focalpointresearch.net/california-cosmetic-regulations/reminder-california-epr-reporting-deadline-is-november-15/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:37:11 +0000 https://focalpointresearch.net/?p=5675 This is an important reminder for businesses subject to California’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law for packaging. The Circular Action Alliance (CAA), the Producer Responsibility Organization managing the program, is urging all single-use packaging producers to register and report their materials data ahead of the fast-approaching November 15, 2025, deadline. The reporting portal, which opened […]

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]]> This is an important reminder for businesses subject to California’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law for packaging. The Circular Action Alliance (CAA), the Producer Responsibility Organization managing the program, is urging all single-use packaging producers to register and report their materials data ahead of the fast-approaching November 15, 2025, deadline.

The reporting portal, which opened on September 22, requires the submission of 2023 supply data. This information will be used to establish a baseline for the source reduction requirements mandated by the SB 54 law.

Upcoming Consultation Webinars:

In addition to the reporting deadline, CAA will be hosting a series of topic-based consultation webinars starting in October 2025. These sessions are a crucial opportunity for stakeholders across the value chain to provide input and help shape the initial California EPR program plan.

How to Comply and Get more Information:

  • Report your Data: Producers must submit their 2023 data though the CAA portal by November 15.
  • Guidance and Resources: If you are unsure whether your company is subject to these requirements, visit CAA’s Producer Resource Center.
  • Questions: For any specific questions or issues, you can contact the CAA support team directly at producer.support@circularaction.org

Please contact us if you require assistance in understanding your obligations under the California’s EPR law and preparing your data for submission.

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