Registration and reporting for plastic producers in Washington is now open and runs through April 1, 2025. All producers of covered plastic products, including trash bags, beverage bottles, and containers for household cleaning and personal care items, must register annually using the Waste Reduction Portal. This year’s registration requires resin data from 2024.
Producers meeting post-consumer recycled content (PCRC) requirements must also submit annual reports by April 1. For this cycle, reporting applies to plastic trash bags and beverage bottles. Requirements for household cleaning and personal care containers will begin in 2026.
Updated guidance on PCRC laws is now available, including details on registration, covered products, fees, and penalties. Additionally, a five-part series of recorded information sessions covers everything from covered product categories to compliance.
Special rules apply for non-compostable film bags and compostable products, including color restrictions and labeling standards. Misleading terms like “biodegradable” are also banned, with penalties for violations.
For more information, visit Ecology’s Waste Reduction Portal or email the Organics Management Team at [email protected]. Ensure compliance to avoid penalties and support Washington’s sustainability goals.
