Small sellers and independent shops
Start with the products and packaging actually shipped. An Etsy shop, eBay business or small independent store can prepare the same core records without an enterprise IT project. Use the self-check to identify the relevant next step, not to assume that every service is required.
Costs and scope
Separate free official LUCID registration, any required system participation and EPRORA service fees. Review the current price, included services, any setup fee, renewal and cancellation terms before subscribing. No purchase should be based on an assumed all-inclusive licence.
Product and packaging data
Record product identifiers, packaging components, material, weight, destination and reporting period. Separate product packaging from shipping packaging. Reconcile quantities across channels and retain supporting records rather than estimating missing weights or double-counting orders.
Questions and answers
Registration and existing records?
Official registration in the LUCID packaging register is free. The obligated business performs its own registration. Prepare the legal entity, address, brands and packaging types; use an existing valid registration instead of creating a duplicate.
German authorised representative?
A German authorised representative is a separate issue from obtaining a LUCID number. Businesses established abroad without a German establishment must assess the applicable appointment requirements. EPRORA supports the mandate and documentation workflow; duties retained by the producer do not disappear.