Single-use wipes: French EPR authorised representative
Nappies, pads, pre-moistened wipes and similar.
A company not established in France that sells products of the stream “Single-use wipes” in France must appoint an authorised representative established in France (article L. 541-10-9-1 of the Environmental Code, mandatory since 10 July 2026) and join an approved eco-organisme: Citeo Soin & Hygiène. EPR France Rep acts as that representative: we hold the membership in your name, obtain your IDU and file your declarations. This stream is covered by Plus: €990 a year for up to three streams in one mandate, consumer or professional (Plus Pro). Setup is €0. Eco-contributions are paid to the eco-organisme at its published rate, with 0% markup.Sources (2)
LégifranceLégifrance — article L. 541-10-9-1 of the Environmental Code (full text)CiteoCiteo — Guide du tarif 2026 des textiles sanitaires à usage unique
Official eco-contributions for this stream
Excluding VAT, at each eco-organisme's published 2026 tariff, with the source on every stream.
Single-use wipes Textiles sanitaires à usage unique (lingettes)Citeo Soin & HygièneCiteo1 rate
| Product | Official rate |
|---|---|
| Single-use wipes (€232 yearly minimum) | €232.00 / t |
What we do for you
1. Scope analysis
We map your products, packaging and sales flows to the French EPR streams and confirm whether you are the producer for each.
2. Written mandate
We act as your France-established EPR representative under article L. 541-10-9-1 and are subrogated in the obligations covered. Légifrance
3. Eco-organisme memberships
Where several eco-organismes are approved, we compare them for your mix and handle each membership. 
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4. IDU numbers
One IDU per stream via ADEME's SYDEREP register, ready for Amazon.fr, Cdiscount and other marketplaces. Sources (2)ADEMEADEME — all about the unique identifier (IDU)ADEMEADEME — which producers the EPR schemes cover
5. Declarations
We collect your units, weights and materials and file each declaration on the schedule of your plan and eco-organisme: once a year per stream on Standard. ADEME
6. Authority contact & watch
We handle French authority and eco-organisme correspondence and keep you ahead of changes. ADEME
One IDU for every channel
The IDU we obtain for this stream is the number Amazon.fr, Cdiscount, ManoMano, Zalando and other marketplaces ask for, and the one you display on your own Shopify or WooCommerce store. One membership covers all your sales to France.
Frequently asked questions
Which eco-organisme covers this stream?
Citeo Soin & Hygiène. Where several are approved, we compare them for your products and handle the membership. ADEME
What does the representative cost for this stream?
This stream is covered by Plus: €990 a year for up to three streams in one mandate, consumer or professional (Plus Pro). Setup is €0. Eco-contributions are separate and paid to the eco-organisme at its published rate.
How long does it take to get the IDU?
Once the membership is filed, the eco-organisme registers you and ADEME issues the IDU, typically a few days after you sign the mandate. Sources (2)ADEMEADEME — all about the unique identifier (IDU)ADEMEADEME — which producers the EPR schemes cover
Do I also need household packaging?
Yes, if you ship to French consumers: every parcel is household packaging, a separate stream with its own IDU. Plus covers both in one mandate. Sources (2)ADEMEADEME — Filière REP Emballages ménagers et papiers (EMPAP)ADEMEADEME — all about the unique identifier (IDU)
What ADEME says the stream covers
- Wipes: small pieces of natural, artificial or synthetic fibre material, possibly pre-moistened, not designed to be reused. ADEME
- Body wipes (make-up remover, face care, intimate, baby, after-waxing, hand sanitising), household cleaning and disinfecting wipes, moist toilet tissue, professional and industrial wipes, dusting wipes. ADEME
Not covered:
- Four other categories listed by decree 2024-1166 (personal protective wear, hygiene paper, absorbent intimate products, medical-care products) are not yet in the stream. ADEME
Who is the producer
A business established in France that makes, sells or imports wipes; a business in another EU country or outside the EU that sells them at a distance directly to French users; when sold under a retailer's brand only, the retailer is the producer. ADEME
Since 10 July 2026 a producer with no establishment in France must appoint a representative established in France by written mandate. Légifrance
Approved eco-organismes
| Eco-organisme | Covers | Approval |
|---|---|---|
| Citeo Soin & Hygiène | Wipes | 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2030 ADEME |
Streams that often come with it
- Household packaging and printed paper: the pack
One eco-organisme membership and one IDU per stream. ADEME
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Sign your mandate online: we register you with the eco-organismes and obtain your IDU. Official rates, 0% markup. Sources (2)ADEMEADEME — all about the unique identifier (IDU)ADEMEADEME — which producers the EPR schemes cover