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Importer

Importer

Annual Volume

An entity that introduces a packaged product into the market from a jurisdiction outside Uganda boundaries.

  • Annual Membership Fee based on annual volume of packaging procured locally or imported. Monthly EPR Fee based on fixed rate per kilogram of packaging procured/ imported. Fee depends on material type & circular versus linear recyclability.
  • Representation on GASP Board. Engage Raw Material Suppliers, Convertors & Waste Recyclers to design for sustainable & lower cost recycling & circular innovation. Support mass flows reconciliation.

GASP’S PROVEN EPR MODELS

Collaboration

True partnership, collaboration & transparency with all public & private stakeholders.

Accountability

High ethical & moral standards with commitment to communicating actions & goals openly to all stakeholders.

Respect

All strategies, policies & actions put people first as the core beneficiaries of sustainability & circularity.

Passion

For supporting the recycling economy towards developing the circular economy in Uganda.