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Manufacturer Registration for New Jersey’s Recycled Content Law

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=””]On January 18th, 2022, Governor Murphy signed the Recycled Content Law (N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.135-157), which is intended to stimulate recycling markets by requiring manufacturers to meet minimum recycled content standards for regulated containers and packaging products sold or offered for sale in New Jersey. Manufacturers of regulated containers and packaging products are required to register with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) beginning July 18, 2022, and annually thereafter.

There are two types of registration:

• Initial registration is for manufacturers registering for the first time.
• Annual renewal is for manufacturers that have already completed an initial registration and received a Facility ID from NJDEP Online.

Manufacturers that produce or generate only containers and packaging products that are exempt from the post-consumer recycled content requirements are required to register only once. All exemptions must be listed in the registration.

Instructions for how to submit each type of registration are provided below.

When Should I Register?

Manufacturers are required to register between September 1 and December 31 each year. However, in 2025, the NJDEP will accept registrations starting on September 2, as September 1, 2025, is Labor Day.

Manufacturers that are seeking to file a registration for 2025 should return to this page between September 1 and December 31, 2025.

Registration Fees

A $1,000 registration fee is required. Registrants may submit payment via credit card or eCheck, or they may opt to receive a bill by mail. Registrations submitted by manufacturers selecting to be billed at a later date will not be reviewed until payment is received.

Manufacturers are exempt from the registration fee if either of the following applies:

1. Generate less than $5,000,000 in global gross revenue.
2. Produce or generate only products that are exempt from the postconsumer recycled content requirements.

Manufacturers that produce or generate only products that are exempt from the postconsumer recycled content requirements are required to register only once. All exemptions must be listed in the registration.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion color=”white” spacing=”1″ gap=”2″ c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”-1″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”1. Initial Registration” tab_id=”initial-registration”][vc_column_text css=””]

Initial Registration Instructions

The NJDEP developed a walk-through of the initial registration process to assist manufacturers with registration. The recording of the walk-through along with the accompanying presentation can be accessed below.

To file an initial registration, the first step is to complete the Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet found below to identify all of the containers and packaging products generated by the manufacturer that are regulated under the law, including all containers and packaging products that are exempt from the postconsumer recycled content requirements. Instructions can be found in the first tab of the spreadsheet.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-excel” buttontitle=”2025 Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/2025-regulated-container-and-packaging-product-spreadsheet.xlsx” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-brands fa-youtube” buttontitle=”Manufacturer Registration Walk-Through Recording” buttonlink=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMm4s2BHxnA” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-chalkboard-user” buttontitle=”Initial Registration Walkthrough Presentation” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/initial-registration-walkthrough.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”mt-4″]After completing the Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet, manufacturers need to create an account on NJDEP Online. Click the link below and follow the registration instructions on the right of the screen for a new user. You must have a valid email address to register an account and gain access to NJDEP Online. If you have an existing account with NJDEP Online, please log in and proceed using the instructions below.

Link to NJDEP Online

Once an account has been created, enter the registered services portal, and configure services to add Recycled Content Manufacturer Registration under the Solid and Hazardous Waste section to your Service Selection. Proceed with registration by clicking the link for manufacturer registration and follow the prompts on the screens that follow.

Please note that the registration fee generated by NJDEP Online for manufacturers filing an Initial Registration will be based on the year the manufacturer began selling regulated containers or packaging products into New Jersey. For example, a manufacturer that began selling regulated containers or packaging products in New Jersey in 2022 will be billed $1,000 for each year the manufacturer failed to register with the NJDEP.

After submitting the registration, you will receive a confirmation email that the initial registration was submitted successfully. You will receive a follow-up confirmation email once the Department has reviewed the registration and deemed it in compliance with all applicable requirements. Please retain both emails for future reference. If the NJDEP has any concerns or questions with the submitted registration, NJDEP staff will reach out to the manufacturer directly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”2. Annual Renewal” tab_id=”annual-renewal”][vc_column_text css=””]

Annual Renewal Instructions

The NJDEP has revised the Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet. To file an annual renewal, manufacturers are required to complete and upload the new version of the spreadsheet, which can be accessed below. The manufacturer is responsible for ensuring the contents of the spreadsheet are accurate and up to date.

To download the latest version of the spreadsheet, please click below:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-excel” buttontitle=”2025 Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/2025-regulated-container-and-packaging-product-spreadsheet.xlsx” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-pdf” buttontitle=”Annual Renewal Walkthrough” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/annual-renewal-walkthrough.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-table-list” buttontitle=”Changing Access Type in DEP Online” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/recycled-content/njdep-manufacturer-changing-access-type-in-dep-online.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-brands fa-youtube” buttontitle=”Manufacturer Registration Walk-Through Recording” buttonlink=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMm4s2BHxnA” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”mt-2″]After completing the Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet, manufacturers must log in to the NJDEP Online account created during the initial registration process.

Link to NJDEP Online

The NJDEP has developed instructions for manufacturers experiencing difficulties with the electronic certification section of the registration service. Certifications must be signed by an individual with the access type “Responsible Official.” To change the access type associated with a DEP Online account, please see the file above titled “Changing Access Type in DEP Online.”

After submitting an annual renewal, you will receive a confirmation email that the registration was submitted successfully. You will receive a follow-up confirmation email once the NJDEP has reviewed the registration and deemed it in compliance with all applicable requirements. Please retain both emails for future reference. If the NJDEP has any concerns or questions with the submitted registration, NJDEP staff will reach out to the manufacturer directly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”3. Registration Assistance” tab_id=”registration-assistance”][vc_column_text css=””]

Registration Assistance

The resources below provide information and assistance to manufacturers that are experiencing technical difficulties with registration in DEP Online or have questions about the registration process.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-pdf” buttontitle=”Registration Assistance and Guidance” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/recycled-content/recycled_content-registration-assistance.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-circle-question” buttontitle=”Manufacturer Registration Step-By-Step Guidance” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/manufacturer-registration-walk-through.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-sun” buttontitle=”Certification Instructions for Annual Renewals” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/recycled-content/njdep-manufacturer-changing-access-type-in-dep-online.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-pdf” buttontitle=”Assistance Completing the Regulated Containers and Packaging Products Spreadsheet” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/spreadsheet-walkthrough.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][info-box-shortcode icon=”fa fa-solid fa-file-pdf” buttontitle=”Getting Started in NJDEP Online Assistance” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/dshw/wp-content/uploads/sites/133/getting-started-in-dep-online-walkthrough.pdf” targetlink=”true”][/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]If assistance is needed at any point, please contact NJDEP – Division of Sustainable Waste Management at recycledcontent@deptest.nj.gov.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]