How to Upload Your EPR Number to Amazon Seller Central (2026 Guide)

Why Your EPR Numbers Matter on Amazon

You have your EPR registration numbers. Now what? If you sell on Amazon in Europe, having an EPR registration is only half the job. The other half -- the part many sellers overlook -- is actually uploading those numbers to Amazon Seller Central. Until Amazon can see your registration numbers in their system, you are non-compliant in their eyes, regardless of what certificates sit in your drawer.

What is at stake:

Amazon actively enforces EPR compliance across all European marketplaces. Sellers without valid EPR numbers face listing suppression, account health warnings, and in severe cases, full account suspension. National authorities can impose fines exceeding EUR 100,000 for non-compliance with packaging, WEEE, or battery regulations. Amazon is legally obligated to block non-compliant sellers under EU marketplace facilitator rules -- and they do.

This guide walks you through the entire process of uploading EPR registration numbers to Amazon -- from preparation through submission -- covering every EU marketplace where Amazon operates. Whether you sell in one country or ten, the steps below will ensure your numbers are correctly entered and your account stays in good standing.

What You Need Before You Start

Before you open Seller Central, gather the following. Missing even one item will cause delays or rejected submissions.

EPR registration numbers for each country where you sell or ship products. You need a separate registration per country.

Identify which EPR categories apply to your products: Packaging (applies to nearly all sellers), WEEE (electrical and electronic equipment), and Batteries (products containing batteries or sold separately). Each category has its own registration number.

Verify that the legal entity name on your EPR registrations matches exactly with the legal entity name on your Amazon Seller Central account. Mismatches are the single most common reason for rejection.

Have the exact number format ready. For example, a German LUCID number looks like DE1234567890123, a French UIN starts with FR followed by digits. Check the country reference table below for correct formats.

Know which Amazon marketplaces you are active on. You must submit EPR numbers for each marketplace separately: Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it, Amazon.es, Amazon.nl, Amazon.pl, Amazon.se, Amazon.be.

Important distinction:

Packaging EPR applies to virtually every seller -- if your product arrives in any form of packaging (box, poly bag, bubble wrap), you need a packaging registration. WEEE applies only to sellers of electrical/electronic products. Battery EPR applies only if your product contains a battery or you sell batteries as standalone items. Most sellers need at minimum a packaging registration for each country.

Uploading EPR Numbers: The Account Health Method

For most European Amazon marketplaces -- Germany, Belgium, Poland, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Ireland -- you upload your EPR registration numbers through Amazon's Account Health dashboard. This is the standard path and the one most sellers will use.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1

Log in to Amazon Seller Central. If you sell on multiple EU marketplaces, make sure you are viewing the correct marketplace by checking the marketplace switcher in the top-right corner. You must repeat this process for each marketplace individually.

2

Navigate to Performance > Account Health. In the Account Health dashboard, scroll down to the 'Product Compliance Requests' or 'Regulatory Compliance' section. You will see EPR-related compliance items listed by country and category.

3

Click on the EPR compliance item for the country you want to update. This opens the submission form. Select the correct EPR category: Packaging, WEEE, or Batteries.

4

Enter your EPR registration number exactly as it appears on your registration certificate. Do not add spaces, dashes, or other characters unless they are part of the official number. Amazon validates the format and in many cases cross-checks the number with the national registry.

5

Submit and confirm. Amazon typically processes submissions within 1-5 business days. You can monitor the status in the same Account Health section. Once approved, the compliance flag turns green.

Applicable marketplaces for this method:

Germany (Amazon.de), Belgium (Amazon.com.be), Poland (Amazon.pl), Sweden (Amazon.se), Netherlands (Amazon.nl), and Ireland (Amazon.co.uk with IE settings). For France, Italy, and Spain, see the Pay on Behalf section below -- those countries use a different submission flow.

France, Italy & Spain: Pay on Behalf vs Self-Management

France, Italy, and Spain handle EPR differently from the rest of Europe on Amazon. In these three countries, Amazon offers a 'Pay on Behalf' (PoB) program where Amazon collects eco-contribution fees from your sales and remits them to the national compliance scheme on your behalf. This is not just a different submission page -- it is a fundamentally different compliance model, and choosing between PoB and self-management has real financial and operational consequences.

Understanding the Two Paths

Pay on Behalf (PoB)

Amazon handles eco-fee collection and payment to the compliance scheme
You still need an EPR registration -- PoB does not replace the registration itself
Simpler operational burden: Amazon calculates fees per transaction
Fees may be higher than managing directly with a PRO (Producer Responsibility Organization)
Only covers Amazon sales -- if you sell via other channels, you still need a separate PRO contract for those

Self-Management (Opt Out of PoB)

You contract directly with a PRO and manage eco-fee reporting and payments yourself
You upload your EPR and UIN numbers to Amazon to prove you have your own compliance solution
Potentially lower costs, especially for high-volume sellers with negotiated PRO rates
Covers all your sales channels under one PRO contract (Amazon, own webshop, other marketplaces)
More administrative work: you must report volumes, pay fees, and maintain records yourself

How to Choose

If Amazon is your only sales channel and you want minimal administrative overhead, Pay on Behalf can be a convenient choice. However, if you sell through multiple channels (your own website, other marketplaces, retail), self-management with a PRO is usually more cost-effective because you consolidate all your obligations under a single contract. Sellers with annual revenue above EUR 500,000 in France, Italy, or Spain typically save money by opting out of PoB and negotiating directly with a PRO.

If You Choose Self-Management: How to Submit

To opt out of Pay on Behalf and manage EPR yourself in France, Italy, or Spain, you need to submit your EPR registration number and your UIN (Unique Identification Number) through the dedicated EPR section in Seller Central. Navigate to Settings > Account Info > EPR Compliance, or find the EPR opt-out link in Account Health. You will need to provide your producer registration number issued by the national authority (e.g., ADEME in France, Ministerio in Spain) and your PRO contract number. Once Amazon verifies your numbers, the PoB charges stop and you become responsible for your own eco-fee payments.

Critical warning:

If you opt out of Pay on Behalf but fail to maintain a valid PRO contract, Amazon will flag your account for non-compliance. You cannot simply opt out to avoid fees -- you must have active, verifiable EPR coverage in place. Also be aware that opting back in to PoB after opting out can take several weeks and is not guaranteed.

Country-Specific EPR Numbers Explained

Each EU country issues its own EPR registration numbers through its own national authority. The format, naming convention, and issuing body differ by country. The table below provides a quick reference for the most common Amazon EU marketplaces.

Country	Authority / Registry	Packaging Number Format	Example
Germany (DE)	LUCID / Zentrale Stelle	DE + 13 digits	DE1234567890123
France (FR)	ADEME / SYDEREP	FR + digits (UIN)	FR012345_01ABCD
Italy (IT)	Albo Nazionale / CONAI	Alphanumeric code	IT-CONAI-123456
Spain (ES)	Ministerio / Regional Authority	NIMA code or RPE number	RPE-12345/2026
Poland (PL)	BDO Registry	BDO + 9 digits	000012345
Netherlands (NL)	Afvalfonds Verpakkingen	Alphanumeric code	NL-AVF-0012345
Sweden (SE)	Naturvardsverket	Org. number based	SE-NVV-123456-7890
Belgium (BE)	FOST Plus / Interregional Body	Alphanumeric code	BE-FP-0001234

Note on WEEE and Battery numbers:

If you sell electronic products or battery-powered items, you will need additional registration numbers beyond packaging. In Germany, WEEE numbers are issued by stiftung EAR (WEEE-Reg.-Nr. DE12345678). Battery registration numbers are separate again. Each category requires its own submission in Amazon Seller Central. Do not enter a packaging number in the WEEE field or vice versa.

5 Common Mistakes When Uploading EPR Numbers

After helping hundreds of sellers through this process, we see the same errors repeatedly. Avoid these and you will save yourself days of back-and-forth with Amazon support.

1. Selecting the Wrong Marketplace

Your unified Seller Central account covers multiple EU marketplaces, but EPR numbers must be submitted for each marketplace individually. A German LUCID number entered under Amazon.fr will be rejected. Always verify which marketplace you are currently viewing before submitting. The marketplace indicator is in the top-right corner of Seller Central.

2. Mixing Up Packaging, WEEE, and Battery Categories

Each EPR category has its own registration number and its own submission field. Entering your packaging LUCID number into the WEEE field (or vice versa) will cause a rejection. If your product has packaging AND is an electronic device AND contains a battery, you need three separate numbers submitted in three separate fields.

3. Submitting via the Wrong Page (Accidental PoB Opt-Out)

For France, Italy, and Spain, be careful where you submit your EPR numbers. Submitting through the wrong section can accidentally opt you out of Pay on Behalf. If you intend to stay on PoB, do not enter numbers in the self-management opt-out section. Conversely, if you want to self-manage, make sure you submit through the correct opt-out flow, not the Account Health page.

4. Using Expired or Old Registration Numbers

Some EPR registrations must be renewed annually. If your registration has expired or your PRO contract has lapsed, the number may still exist in the registry but show as inactive. Amazon checks active status, not just existence. Before uploading, confirm with your national authority or PRO that the registration is current and active for the current reporting year.

5. Assuming One Submission Covers All Marketplaces

Even though Amazon uses a unified Seller Central for EU, EPR submissions are per-marketplace, per-category. Submitting your German packaging number does not satisfy the French, Polish, or Dutch requirements. If you sell on six EU marketplaces and sell products that need packaging and WEEE compliance, you may need to make up to twelve separate submissions. There are no shortcuts here -- each combination of country and category needs its own entry.

PPWR 2026: What Changes for Amazon Sellers

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) entered into force in 2025, replacing the older Packaging Directive. While its full implementation rolls out in phases through 2030, several provisions are already affecting Amazon sellers in 2026.

Authorized Representative Requirement

Under PPWR, non-EU sellers who place packaged goods on the EU market must appoint an Authorized Representative (AR) established in the EU. This AR becomes the responsible party for EPR obligations, including registration and reporting. Amazon is expected to require proof of an AR appointment as part of its compliance checks. If you are a non-EU based seller (for example, based in China, the UK, or the US) selling into the EU via Amazon, you will need an AR before your EPR numbers can be validated.

What Else Is Coming

Mandatory recycled content thresholds for certain plastic packaging (phased in from 2030)
Packaging minimization rules -- excessive packaging may trigger non-compliance flags
Harmonized labeling requirements across all EU countries (expected rollout 2028-2029)
Potential for Amazon to integrate PPWR compliance checks directly into product listing creation

Bottom line:

The PPWR does not change what you need to do today -- you still need to register and upload your EPR numbers. But it does mean that the bar will continue to rise. Sellers who build proper compliance infrastructure now will be better positioned as additional PPWR requirements come into effect over the next few years.