No additional costs thanks to the ARC

Take-back without additional costs

Since the ARC was introduced in 2003, the contribution toward the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment has automatically been included in the sale price of equipment sold at our ARC partners. The ARC is levied by the manufacturer/importer and subsequently passed through the entire retail chain to consumers.

By passing on the ARC to consumers, you – as a manufacturer, importer or retailer – can fulfil the legal obligation defined in the ORDEE to take back electrical equipment without additional costs.

At the same time, the ARC also provides maximum convenience for your customers. As disposal costs are included in the purchase price from the outset, no further costs are incurred when the equipment is returned to collection points and retail stores. Trust us, your customers will appreciate it.