By Razvan Toma · Founder · Last checked 4 October 2026 · Sources linked below
Quick answer
No. ZSVR runs the LUCID register as the competent authority and states that, for that reason, it cannot be appointed as an authorised representative. Representatives are private service providers with a registered office or branch in Germany, a written mandate in German with you, and their own representative login in LUCID. ZSVR adds that “you are responsible for checking which service provider is suitable for your needs”. Sources (2)
ZSVR helpZSVR help — Authorising a representative
VerpackDG § 5VerpackDG § 5
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More on who needs a representative
- I only send a few items a year to Germany. Does German packaging law still apply?
- I also sell electronics in Germany. Is that the same registration as packaging?
- Does a German representative also cover my sales to other EU countries?
- Can I avoid German packaging law by not selling to Germany?
- Is there an official list of German authorised representatives?
- How do I know my German representative appointment has been confirmed?