As we approach the end of the year, we are opening the third door of our Advent calendar today to give you an exclusive look at our services throughout the product lifecycle. Here you can take your time to check whether you are well positioned in terms of compliance for the coming year.
Are you prepared for 2026?
The year is drawing to a close: but are you well prepared for the new legal requirements in 2026? We can help you with our services along the value creation cycle, which we will introduce to you below.
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In dynamic markets where regulations and sustainability standards are constantly growing, companies must act in a legally compliant, efficient, and customer-centric manner. This requires knowledge and systems that provide guidance, simplify processes, and create room for growth. Modern compliance and sustainability management thus become the key to reducing risks, exploiting opportunities, and paving the way for a circular, sustainable product world.
Why compliance is becoming a challenge for many companies:
Manufacturers and retailers today are faced with questions such as:
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What are the new requirements and how do they affect my business?
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What obligations apply to my products in which markets?
- What operational steps are necessary to fulfill my obligations?
- How can I prepare for upcoming regulatory changes?
The multitude of requirements often leads to considerable organizational and operational expenses for companies. To effectively meet these challenges, clear structures, sound expertise, and efficient support are needed.
With 1cc and TechProtect, you get a perfectly integrated complete package for compliance, take-back, and recycling. With strategic foresight and operational implementation expertise, 1cc GmbH guides companies safely through the complex requirements of international environmental regulations. We give companies regulatory certainty and help them to efficiently fulfill their environmental responsibilities, realize savings, and at the same time benefit economically.
TechProtect is your specialist for implementing international take-back solutions for end-of-life products. We offer manufacturers a comprehensive concept in the areas of extended producer responsibility and sales promotion. We create space for new products and promote the reuse of raw materials.
Together, we are advancing the circular economy.
We guide you safely through the jungle of environmental and compliance regulations with individual advice, global monitoring of legislation, and operational support in fulfilling your obligations.
Consulting day/workshop
As part of our consultation day or workshop, we record and analyze your current status – from distribution models and compliance status to existing processes – and use this information to develop a comprehensive catalog of measures. We also offer workshops on all EPR topics.
Assessment for EPR topics
We offer consulting services for the legal evaluation and assessment of EPR topics such as WEEE, batteries, packaging, and copyright levies. Our experts evaluate which legal obligations apply to your company.
Product Compliance Consulting
This service includes detailed and individual advice on topics such as REACH, RoHS, conflict minerals, SCIP, and PFAS. We offer workshops and in-depth advice on material compliance (SVHC) and the internal processes based on it.
Supply Chain Communication
With our product compliance consulting, we also offer advice and operational support in supply chain communication on topics such as conflict minerals, REACH, and PFAS. In doing so, we record material compliance along the entire supply chain.
Product training
In our product training, your employees receive a comprehensive introduction to EPR and compliance topics from our experts, as well as practical knowledge based on best practices.
Compliance setup
Our compliance setup covers all key EPR topics such as WEEE, batteries, packaging, and copyright levies. We create a PRO benchmark for you, define the necessary operational steps, and take care of registration and system membership (PRO) setup. If required, we also set up an Authorized Representative (AR) for WEEE and batteries, including an associated sub-service.
Quantity reports for all EPR topics
We handle the operational processing of your EPR quantity reports—including WEEE, batteries, packaging, and copyright levies—from data preparation and plausibility checks to timely forwarding and comprehensive deadline management.
EPR compliance support
We offer “PRO Support” for ongoing EPR compliance maintenance. This includes providing support and notifications about relevant updates to your system membership.
Information and labeling requirements
We clearly present all EPR information and labeling requirements and create individual reports for each country. These are clearly differentiated between B2C and B2B.
Legislation monitoring
Legislation monitoring covers EPR, copyright levies, and topics related to the circular economy and product compliance. We create a baseline report and a quarterly report in different versions, depending on the country, scope of topics, and desired depth of information.
EPR third-party costs
We audit manufacturers regarding their EPR processes and support our customers during official audits by authorities or PROs.
EPR audits & support with authorities
We audit manufacturers regarding their EPR processes and support our customers during official audits by authorities or PROs.
Cross-border waste transport
We advise you on the legal obligations involved in the cross-border transport of waste (WEEE, batteries) and present the results clearly in a report.
Trade-in programs
We enable the seamless return of old devices when purchasing new ones and combine this with attractive cashback and take-back models. TechProtect takes care of the entire operational process, from registration to final recycling, thus creating an efficient customer experience while maximizing the burden on your internal processes.
Take-back programs
Our take-back programs support the return of products for recycling, refurbishment, or final disposal. To this end, we develop customized CI web solutions, provide box service and logistics, and take care of all customer communication and the transparent preparation of the return processes.
Demo programs
For B2B customers, we offer comprehensive demo programs including product pooling and warehousing. We handle shipping, returns, and clearing, providing a full-service package that makes testing efficient, reliable, and professional.
Cashback programs
Our cashback programs offer your end customers a simple, highly motivating model: purchase – registration – payout. TechProtect handles the entire process, allowing you to use an attractive marketing tool without any additional effort in your day-to-day business.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and ensure that you can welcome 2026 with confidence and success.
We wish you a peaceful Advent season and a successful start to the new year!
Your 1cc Team
