Legal Disclaimer - Material Code Mappings | EPR One
⚠️ Important Legal Notice
Final responsibility for material code accuracy rests with the merchant. This application provides suggested mappings only.
Material Mapping Disclaimer
Mapping Sources
Material code mappings in EPR One are derived from:
- EU Directive 97/129/EC packaging material classifications
- Official LUCID (Germany) material group codes
- Official CITEO (France) material family codes
- Cross-reference tables maintained by EPR compliance authorities
Merchant Responsibilities
By using EPR One's material mapping features, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Verification Required: You are responsible for verifying that all suggested material codes accurately represent your specific packaging materials.
- Compliance Responsibility: You remain fully responsible for EPR compliance in all jurisdictions where you operate.
- Professional Consultation: You should consult with EPR compliance professionals when in doubt about material classifications.
- Audit Liability: You accept full liability for any inaccuracies in material code mappings used in your EPR reports.
Suggested Mappings Only
EPR One provides suggested material code mappings based on:
- Standard EU packaging material classifications
- Common industry practices
- Official scheme documentation
- Automated matching algorithms
These suggestions are not legal advice and do not constitute official EPR compliance guidance.
Limitation of Liability
EPR One and its operators:
- Do not guarantee the accuracy of any material code mappings
- Are not liable for EPR compliance failures resulting from mapping inaccuracies
- Do not provide legal or regulatory compliance advice
- Recommend professional EPR consultation for complex packaging materials
Audit Trail and Documentation
EPR One maintains audit trails of:
- Material mapping confirmations with timestamps
- Merchant attestations and acknowledgments
- Auto-mapped vs. merchant-edited classifications
- Version changes in official classification systems
This documentation supports your EPR compliance efforts but does not transfer liability from merchant to EPR One.
Updates and Changes
Material classification systems may change. When official schemes update their codes:
- EPR One will notify affected merchants
- Re-confirmation of mappings may be required
- Merchants remain responsible for staying current with regulatory changes
Contact Information
For questions about this disclaimer or EPR compliance:
- Consult your EPR compliance advisor
- Contact the relevant EPR authority (LUCID, CITEO, etc.)
- Seek professional legal advice for complex situations
This disclaimer is part of EPR One's liability protection framework and should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.