Industrias Químicas Iris ACHIEVES
At Industrias Químicas Iris, we are proud to announce our adherence to the Extended Producer Responsibility Scheme (EPRS) in 2024, in anticipation of the regulation coming into force on a mandatory basis in 2025.
This decision reflects our commitment to sustainability and environmental protection and our scrupulous circumspection in complying with the laws governing our industry. By adopting these responsible practices, we seek not and to minimise our environmental impact, but also to foster a culture of responsibility and care for our environment. At Iris, we believe that every step towards sustainability counts, and we are dedicated to leading by example in implementing solutions that benefit our community and the planet.
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New year, new legal framework
From 2022, we have a new legal framework in Spain for Packaging, the Law 7/2022 on Waste, and the R.D. 1055/2022 on Packaging. This new legal framework establishes a series of new obligations and responsibilities for companies considered “product producers”, from 1 January 2025, as is the case of Industrias Químicas Iris, S.A., which can be summarised as follows:
- Obligation to assume the EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility), which means assuming the organization and cost of the complete management of the packaging in which we supply our products, once their useful life is over.
- Obligation to inform the Public Administrations of the types, materials and formats of the packaging we use, through the MITECO Register. Our number in the Register is ENV/2023/000007125.
- Obligation to inform our customers throughout the value chain of how the operational-technical model to be applied in this management is going to be.
To comply with them, we have joined and are collaborating with the collective solution. IMPLICA , has applied for the corresponding authorization from the Public Administration to operate as a SCRAP (Collective System of Extended Producer Responsibility) for commercial and industrial packaging, which is expected to be obtained this year 2024. In this way, we offer all our customers a technical and organizational solution for the management of packaging to comply with current legislation.
SCRAP, RAP… What are we talking about?
The chemical industry plays a key role in the production of a wide range of products, of which we are one of the producers (e.g. base coats, top coats, varnishes). These products are essential in various applications, creating products of quality and durability that are crucial to meet the needs of the market. However, the production and use of these products also generate a significant environmental impact, especially in terms of waste and pollution.
In this context, the Extended Producer Responsibility System (EPRS) is presented as a key tool to promote more sustainable practices in the chemical industry. The EPRS seeks to make manufacturers take responsibility not just for the quality of their products but also for their full life cycle, from production to final disposal. This implies an active engagement in waste management, reduction of the environmental footprint and promotion of the circular economy. The implementation of SCRAP in the base coats, topcoats and varnishes sector can lead to innovations in product design, encouraging the development of more environmentally friendly formulations and more efficient production processes. In addition, by encouraging recycling and reuse of materials, dependence on virgin resources can be reduced and the environmental impact associated with end-of-life product disposal can be minimized.
In short, SCRAP not only represents a regulatory framework but also offers an opportunity for the chemical industry to evolve towards more responsible and sustainable practices, benefiting both the environment and society as a whole. Para determinar cada concepto, a continuación ofrecemos los datos para comprenderlos:
SCRAP (Extended Producer Responsibility System): It is an approach that seeks to make producers responsible for the management of the products they place on the market, even after they have been consumed. This includes the collection, recycling and final disposal of products and their packaging. The main objective of SCRAP is to reduce the environmental impact of waste, promoting sustainability and fostering the circular economy.
EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility): Although the term EPR is often used, EPR refers to a broader concept that includes the responsibility of producers to manage their products throughout their entire life cycle. This involves not only final disposal, but also the design of products that are easier to recycle and less harmful to the environment. In short, both systems are set up to:
1. Reduce waste: Encourage the reduction of the amount of waste generated and promote its recycling.
2. Promote sustainability: Promote practices that help to protect the environment and use resources more efficiently.
3.Corporate responsibility: To make companies take an active role in the management of the products they produce, encouraging more responsible behaviour.
4.Regulatory compliance: Ensuring that companies comply with environmental regulations and contribute to the sustainability goals set by governments.
These systems are key tools to promote a more responsible and sustainable approach to product production and management, benefiting both the environment and society at large.
Innovative products, advanced processes, and incredible finishes, without forgetting the environmental implications. All this is essential for the Iris team to join the new legislation with a deep respect for the future of the sector and the planet. Do not hesitate to write to: industrias@quimicasiris.com
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