If you manufacture or import 10 tonnes or more of plastic packaging, over a 12 month period you will need to register for the tax.Print this page
This guidance is subject to change until all the legislation is approved by Parliament, and will continue to be updated.
Plastic Packaging Tax applies to manufacturers and importers of plastic packaging that contains less than 30% recycled plastic.
The tax comes into force on 1 April 2022.
The tax will be charged at a rate of £200 per tonne.
Packaging should only contain recycled plastic where it is permitted under other regulations and food safety standards.
Source gov.uk
