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    EPR Compliance Software for Packaging Brands

    Packgine automates producer registration, fee calculation, and compliance reporting across every US state EPR law and EU PPWR β€” so your team stays compliant without building an internal regulatory function.

    Whether you're a scaling e-commerce brand or a global enterprise, Packgine automates multi-state EPR fee calculations, filing deadlines, and compliance reporting so your team can focus on growth.

    Trusted by DTC startups and Fortune 500 brands Β· Deploys in days Β· Shopify, Amazon & ERP integrations

    Trusted by compliance teams from startup to enterprise

    DTC Brands
    Enterprise CPG
    Cross-Border Sellers
    Packaging Manufacturers
    50 to 50,000+ SKUs managed
    $1M to $500M+ revenue brands
    1 to 27+ jurisdictions covered

    One Platform for Every US EPR State

    No other SME tool covers multi-state EPR with built-in PPWR readiness for EU expansion.

    Multi-State EPR Compliance

    Automatically calculate EPR fees and track filing deadlines across California (SB 54), Maine, Oregon, Colorado, and every new state as legislation passes.

    PPWR Readiness (EU Expansion)

    Planning to sell into the EU? Get ahead of the August 2026 PPWR enforcement. Pre-assess your packaging portfolio for recyclability, recycled content, and labelling requirements.

    Carbon Footprint Calculator

    Calculate Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions per SKU. Generate verified carbon reports aligned with GHG Protocol and SEC climate disclosure rules.

    Recyclability Assessment

    Score every packaging component across 50+ US regional recycling infrastructures. Meet state-level recycled content requirements with location-specific accuracy.

    Inventory Compliance Alerts

    Automated alerts when inventory levels cross tonnage thresholds that trigger new EPR reporting obligations. Pre-filled state filings save hours of manual work.

    Shopify & Amazon Integration

    Connect your Shopify store or Amazon Seller account. Auto-import product and sales data to keep compliance calculations up to date as you scale across states.

    $4.8B
    EPR Software Market by 2033
    16.7% CAGR, the fastest-growing compliance segment
    Source: Allied Market Research, 2024
    <3 Days
    Average Onboarding Time
    vs. 6+ months with enterprise tools
    Based on Packgine customer data
    $50K / Day
    Max California SB 54 Fine
    per violation, so don't risk it
    California SB54 enforcement provisions

    Compliance Is Hard

    Packaging Data Is a Mess

    Brands and suppliers struggle to track compliance with data scattered across ERPs, spreadsheets, and siloed tools. The result? Sustainability teams waste time on data admin instead of reducing risk.

    Why Leading Brands Choose Packgine

    From lean e-commerce teams to enterprise compliance departments: one platform that scales with your business.

    Eliminate Compliance Risk at Scale

    California's SB 54 can impose fines up to $50,000 per day per violation. Whether you manage 50 SKUs or 50,000, Packgine automates fee calculations and filing deadlines across every active state.

    Deploy in Days, Scale Without Limits

    Go live in under a week with guided onboarding and pre-built templates. Unlike rigid enterprise tools that require 6-month implementations, Packgine grows with you, from your first state to full nationwide coverage.

    Strategic Scenario Planning

    Model how pending legislation in New York, Washington, and Illinois will impact your entire portfolio. Run cost scenarios across SKUs and jurisdictions to make data-driven packaging decisions.

    One Platform, Global Reach

    Expanding into the EU? Packgine covers PPWR requirements alongside US EPR. One platform, one team, both sides of the Atlantic, whether you're a DTC brand or a multinational enterprise.

    Built for Every Stage of Growth

    The same powerful compliance engine, tailored to how your team works.

    E-Commerce & DTC Brands

    $1M–$50M revenue Β· 50–1,000 SKUs Β· Lean teams

    • Guided onboarding, no compliance expertise needed
    • Shopify & Amazon auto-import
    • Pre-built filing templates for every jurisdiction
    • Automated alerts before deadlines hit
    • Start with one state or country, expand as you grow

    Enterprise & Global Brands

    $50M+ revenue Β· 1,000–50,000+ SKUs Β· Dedicated compliance teams

    • Full ERP integration (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
    • API access for custom workflows and data pipelines
    • Multi-entity, multi-region support
    • Dedicated account manager & premium SLA
    • White-label reporting & audit-ready documentation

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    We built Packgine to be the single source of truth that connects procurement, sustainability, and compliance functions. Our platform transforms compliance from a burdensome obligation into a strategic advantage.

    Kevin Kai Wong
    Managing Partner, gCurv Technologies

    Plans That Scale With You

    Start lean, grow confidently β€” from early-stage e-commerce to enterprise-wide compliance

    Starter

    1–3 EPR states

    Custom
    • Up to 100 SKUs
    • 1–3 US states
    • EPR fee calculator
    • Basic recyclability scoring
    • CSV import
    • Email support

    Growth

    Multi-state + EU readiness

    Custom
    • Up to 1,000 SKUs
    • Up to 10 US states
    • Full EPR compliance suite
    • Carbon footprint calculator
    • Scenario planning
    • Shopify + basic ERP integration
    • PPWR readiness check included
    • Priority email + chat support

    Enterprise

    Full US + EU coverage

    Custom
    • Unlimited SKUs
    • All US states + EU
    • Multi-country EPR automation
    • Advanced carbon analytics
    • Full ERP + API access
    • PPWR labeling + white-label
    • Dedicated account manager
    • Premium support & SLA

    Annual billing saves 20% Β· No setup fees Β· Cancel anytime

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Content reviewed by Kevin Kai Wong, Managing Partner at gCurv Technologies

    Packgine is built for CPG brands, e-commerce companies, and packaging manufacturers that sell products in US states with active EPR laws or in EU markets covered by PPWR. It serves companies ranging from scaling DTC startups to Fortune 500 enterprises that need to manage multi-jurisdiction compliance without building internal regulatory teams.

    California (SB54), Oregon (SB582), Colorado (HB22-1355), Maine (LD 1541), Minnesota, Maryland, and New Jersey currently have active or enacted packaging EPR laws. More than 12 additional states have legislation in progress. Packgine tracks all active and pending jurisdictions.

    A producer is generally any company that manufactures, imports, or sells packaged goods into a state above a defined revenue or volume threshold. Definitions vary by state β€” California and Oregon use broad definitions that capture most DTC and e-commerce brands selling into those markets.

    Yes. If you sell packaged products to customers in a covered state, you are typically considered an obligated producer regardless of where your company is headquartered. E-commerce brands frequently underestimate their EPR exposure because obligations are tied to the end consumer's location.

    Deadlines vary by state. California's SB54 annual registration and reporting cycle runs on a calendar year basis with fees due July 2027 for the first compliance period. Oregon requires annual registration renewal. Packgine maintains a live deadline calendar and sends proactive alerts before each obligation comes due.

    Eco-modulation adjusts your EPR fee rate based on the recyclability, recycled content, and environmental impact of your packaging materials. Packaging that scores well on recyclability pays lower fees; hard-to-recycle materials pay higher rates. Packgine calculates your eco-modulated fee exposure automatically using current rate schedules.

    Fee estimates depend on your packaging volume, material types, and which states you sell into. A DTC brand selling into California, Oregon, and Colorado with moderate packaging volume might expect annual EPR fees in the range of tens of thousands of dollars. Packgine's fee calculator gives you a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction estimate based on your actual product data.

    Most US EPR laws include small business exemptions based on annual revenue or packaging volume thresholds. California's SB54 exempts producers below $1 million in California gross annual sales. Oregon and Colorado have similar thresholds. Packgine checks your eligibility against each jurisdiction's current exemption rules.

    Penalties vary by jurisdiction but can include fines of $10,000 to $50,000 per day for unregistered producers in California, plus potential sales injunctions. Beyond direct fines, non-compliance creates audit exposure and reputational risk with retail partners increasingly requiring proof of EPR registration.

    Legacy tools were built for single-jurisdiction reporting and require manual data entry for each state. Packgine is API-connected, pulls packaging and sales data automatically, applies current rate schedules across all jurisdictions simultaneously, and generates pre-formatted reports for each PRO's submission requirements.

    Most US EPR laws cover all packaging used to protect, market, or deliver a product to the end consumer β€” including primary packaging (the product container), secondary packaging (outer boxes, wrappers), and shipping materials. Exemptions exist for certain medical, hazardous materials, and agricultural packaging.

    Packgine integrates with Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, and major ERP systems to pull order-level data by shipping destination. For brands without clean sales-by-state data, Packgine provides allocation methodology support using national sales distributions.

    Yes. Packgine has native integrations with Shopify and Amazon Seller Central that automatically pull product, packaging, and sales data by state. ERPs including NetSuite and SAP are also supported via API.

    Yes. Packgine covers PPWR (EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) across all 27 EU member states, as well as UK and Swiss requirements. The same platform manages US and EU compliance from a single dashboard.

    Contact the Packgine sales team for a scoping call. Most customers complete onboarding and initial data integration within two weeks. Packgine connects to your existing product and sales systems and generates your first compliance assessment within days of going live.

    New US states are passing EPR laws and compliance complexity is accelerating

    Future-Proof Your Packaging Compliance

    From emerging DTC brands to Fortune 500 enterprises, Packgine powers multi-state EPR compliance for brands that can't afford to get it wrong.