Plastic Packaging Tax Guidance

The Plastic Packaging Tax applies to any UK business placing more than 10 tonnes of plastic packaging on the market annually that contains less than 30% recycled content.

This tax, currently set at £217.85 per tonne (from 1 April 2024), aims to incentivise the use of recycled plastics. We provide the technical validation required to meet HMRC requirements and manage your environmental liabilities effectively. Whether you need to calculate recycled-content percentages, verify packaging materials under BS/ISO standards, or manage exports and supply-chain documentation, we guide you step-by-step to avoid penalties. Our methodology focuses on building a defensible audit trail through forensic data assessment and material verification. By establishing compliant practices and following expert plastic packaging tax guidance, you can mitigate tax liability and demonstrate environmental responsibility. We deliver clear, actionable reports that ensure your organisation remains fully aligned with UK tax laws and sustainability goals.

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Plant Manager - Bulrush Horticulture Limited

Takes the worry and stress out of compliance. It is a pleasure to work with professionals who understand the needs of our business and make it easy and effortless for us to comply. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

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We were very pleased with the quality of the report and the clarity of its findings.

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