🗞️ New Special Report: State of Retail Returns Fraud in 2026
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🗞️ New Special Report: State of Retail Returns Fraud in 2026
New regulations are holding brands accountable for the full lifecycle of their products. Here’s what you need to know and how LiquiDonate can help.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy framework that makes manufacturers, brands, and retailers financially and operationally responsible for the end-of-life management of their products, including textiles, packaging, and electronics.
Brands, retailers, and manufacturers that sell products in regulated states must comply.
EPRÂ policies range from sustainable packaging to end-of-life tracking to new reporting requirements. The laws also differ state-by-state, so it's important to keep up to date with those timelines.
Penalties for failing to comply can be substantial, up to $50,000 per day. Beyond fines, brands face reputational risk as consumers and investors increasingly scrutinize business practices.
Many EPR laws are already in motion and the path to compliance can begin today. Retailers and brands should already be getting the right systems in place to make sure they are compliant ahead of upcoming deadlines.
These trusted organizations can provide more information about EPR policy, research, and implementation.Â
The leading U.S. nonprofit advancing EPR policy. Comprehensive state-by-state tracking of EPR legislation and deadlines.
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The Environmental Protection Agency’s official overview of Extended Producer Responsibility programs and guidance.
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Global authority on the circular economy with deep resources on EPR’s role in reducing textile and product waste.
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Nonprofit driving EPR policy for packaging with practical tools and guidance for brands navigating compliance.
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Unsellable returns are instantly matched and routed to local nonprofits. The most sustainable end-of-life outcome.
For returned merchandise that can be resold, labels direct inventory back to the closest  DC with full tracking information.
Items that can't be donated or resold can be matched with a specialty recycling partner to ensure EPRÂ compliance.
Ready to see how LiquiDonate makes it easy to be EPR-compliant?
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LiquiDonate’s team brings deep expertise in sustainability, circularity, and regulatory compliance to help brands navigate EPR with confidence.
Disney founded LiquiDonate to build a circular retail economy. For over 15 years, Disney has built supply chain technology that adapts locally for waste reduction. With a Masters in Social Impact, her unique blend of entrepreneurial drive and environmental advocacy helps brands turn compliance into competitive advantage.
Renee leads LiquiDonate’s circularity strategy, working directly with brands to to reduce waste. With 15+ years sustainability experience and degrees in environmental policy, Renee knows how to improve retail supply chains to meet government standards and benefit the planet. Â
Our team is here to help you understand your obligations and build a compliant, sustainable program.
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