Clarifications regarding WEEE labelling obligations and producer identification pursuant to Legislative Decree No. 49/2014
Following recent reports concerning customs inspections on photovoltaic panels imported from third countries, it is considered appropriate to provide clarification regarding the regulatory obligations applicable in Italy in the field of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment).
Based on the checks carried out, there do not currently appear to be any recent regulatory changes compared to the framework already established by Legislative Decree No. 49/2014.
Legislative Decree No. 2 of 7 January 2026, implementing Directive (EU) 2024/884, introduced amendments of a mainly clarificatory nature to Legislative Decree No. 49/2014, including an update to Article 28 aimed at strengthening EEE marking requirements, particularly with regard to producer identification and the traceability of the date of placing on the market.
These amendments do not affect labelling obligations or the information to be provided to users pursuant to Article 26, which remain unchanged.
The purpose of this document is therefore to:
- Clarify the current regulatory requirements.
- Provide operational guidance to operators.
- Prevent incorrect interpretations.