How many EPR registrations does a cordless drill trigger in France?

Four: DIY/gardening with Ecomaison, WEEE with Ecosystem or Ecologic, batteries with Ecosystem, and household packaging with Citeo or Léko. A corded tool with no battery drops to three registrations, since the battery stream falls away.

Are the sporting goods and DIY/gardening streams handled by the same eco-organism?

No. Ecologic is the only approved eco-organisation for sports and leisure articles (categories 1 and 2). DIY and gardening articles are handled by Ecomaison, Valobat or Ecologic (thermal equipment). They are two separate registrations with two separate IDUs: a foreign seller active in both categories, for example fitness equipment and garden tools, needs to register in each stream independently.

Does selling sporting goods to professional clubs instead of consumers avoid EPR registration?

No. Sales to professional users remain within the sporting goods EPR scope; the B2B versus B2C distinction does not exempt the producer. Products used only by professionals may additionally fall under the professional packaging stream (Citeo Pro, Léko Pro or Twiice), whose contributions and identifiers start on 1 January 2027.

Why do e-bikes need four separate EPR registrations in France?

An e-bike touches sporting goods (Ecologic) for the bicycle itself, WEEE (Ecosystem) for the electrical components, the LMT battery sub-category (Ecosystem) for the propulsion battery, which is administratively distinct from portable batteries, and household packaging. Missing any one of the four can trigger a partial marketplace suspension.

Can a seller register only for the DIY stream and skip WEEE if their tools are battery-powered?

No. This is a common failure mode on ManoMano and similar marketplaces: verification systems flag listings that trigger streams the seller has not registered for, typically WEEE for powered tools and batteries for cordless ones. Those specific listings come down while the rest of the catalogue stays live, until the missing registration is added.

How long does registration take for a foreign seller across sporting goods, DIY, WEEE and batteries at once?

The registrations run in parallel, and each identifier follows its eco-organisation's own process. Citeo issues the identifier about seven business days after the membership is validated. Léko issues it about five business days after its initial invoice is paid; that invoice must be paid within five business days, otherwise the membership is cancelled. Refashion issues it after membership, the signed contract and your first declaration and payment, then about ten business days. Ecosystem issues it after your first declaration has been filed and paid. Professional packaging (EPRO): registration is open now, eco-contributions from 1 January 2027. We file your membership within two business days of receiving the signed mandate, the first invoice payment and the deposit.

Sporting Goods and DIY EPR France: Seller Guide (2026)

Two of the more recent additions to the French EPR landscape are the sporting goods stream and the DIY/gardening stream (in French, Articles de Bricolage et de Jardin, abbreviated ABJ). Both were created by the AGEC law of 2020 and entered operation in 2022 to 2023. Sports and leisure articles are managed by Ecologic, the only approved eco-organisation for that stream (categories 1 and 2); DIY and gardening articles by Ecomaison, Valobat or Ecologic (thermal equipment). For foreign sellers in these categories, and particularly for sellers active on ManoMano, Cdiscount and Amazon France's DIY and sports verticals, the registration is mandatory and the multi-stream overlap is significant.

This guide covers both streams together because they share a registration pattern and most of the operational considerations. It is the working reference for foreign sellers of garden tools, fitness equipment, bicycles, golf clubs, fishing gear, drills, paint, and the long tail of home-improvement and outdoor-leisure products.

What do the two streams cover?#

Sporting goods stream covers articles designed for sport, outdoor leisure, and physical activity. Operational since January 2023, with registration mandatory from that date for any producer placing sporting goods on the French market.

In scope:

Bicycles (except those classified as toys or as LMT for transport)
Fitness equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, yoga mats, resistance bands)
Racquet sports equipment (tennis, badminton, padel rackets, balls, nets)
Team sports equipment (football, basketball, rugby balls and accessories)
Outdoor leisure (camping equipment, fishing gear, hunting accessories, climbing equipment)
Golf clubs and accessories
Skiing and snowboarding equipment
Water sports equipment (paddleboards, kayaks, swimwear accessories)

DIY and gardening stream (ABJ) covers articles for home improvement, do-it-yourself work and gardening. Operational since January 2022.

In scope:

Hand tools (hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, saws, levels)
Power tools (drills, saws, sanders, grinders, when battery-powered or mains-powered)
Garden tools (shovels, rakes, secateurs, lawn mowers, hedge trimmers)
Hardware (screws, nails, brackets, fixings) when sold as consumer DIY items
Paint, varnish, wood treatments
Garden hoses, sprinklers, irrigation accessories
Outdoor furniture for garden use (this overlaps with the furniture DEA stream)

Sports and leisure articles register with Ecologic, the only approved eco-organisation (categories 1 and 2). DIY and gardening articles register with Ecomaison, Valobat or Ecologic (thermal equipment); we register clients with Ecomaison and with Valobat (DIY and garden categories 3 and 4). Each is a separate registration with a separate IDU. A foreign seller active in both categories needs two registrations.

Which other streams do these products trigger?#

The single most important operational point: products in these categories almost always trigger additional streams.

Battery-powered tools trigger:

DIY/gardening (Ecomaison or Valobat)
WEEE (Ecosystem or Ecologic)
Batteries (Ecosystem)
Household packaging (Citeo or Léko)

A cordless drill is therefore four separate registrations.

Mains-powered tools trigger:

DIY/gardening (Ecomaison or Valobat)
WEEE (Ecosystem or Ecologic)
Household packaging

A corded angle grinder is three registrations.

Hand tools (non-powered) trigger:

DIY/gardening (Ecomaison or Valobat)
Household packaging

A set of screwdrivers is two registrations.

E-bikes and electric scooters trigger:

Sporting goods (Ecologic), for bicycles
WEEE (Ecosystem), for the electrical components
Batteries (Ecosystem, specifically LMT category), for the propulsion battery
Household packaging

Four registrations, and the LMT battery sub-category specifically applies which is administratively distinct from portable batteries.

The pattern is consistent: scope all applicable streams upfront. A foreign seller registering only for DIY/gardening but selling powered tools will face Amazon France or ManoMano suspension for the WEEE and batteries gaps within weeks.

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How are eco-contributions calculated?#

Eco-contributions for both streams are calculated per unit, with rate variation by product type and weight category. Indicative 2026 rates:

Sporting goods#

Small accessories (tennis balls, fishing lures, small fitness items): €0.02 to €0.10 per unit
Mid-size equipment (racquets, balls, helmets, yoga mats): €0.10 to €0.50 per unit
Larger equipment (bicycles, kayaks, treadmills, surfboards): €1 to €10 per unit depending on size and weight

DIY and gardening (ABJ)#

Small hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers): €0.02 to €0.10 per unit
Mid-size tools (drills, saws, electric hedge trimmers): €0.30 to €1.50 per unit
Larger equipment (lawn mowers, larger garden equipment): €1 to €5 per unit
Consumables (paint, treatments, in litre containers): variable by litre

Eco-modulation:

Reparability bonuses up to 15% for products with documented reparability index ≥ 8/10
Recycled content bonuses up to 10% for documented post-consumer recycled content
Durability bonuses for products with extended warranty / spare parts availability

For a non-EU sporting goods seller shipping 3,000 units a month to France (mixed mid-size), the sporting goods eco-contribution lands around €5,000 to €15,000 a year. For a DIY seller with similar volume on powered tools, the combined DIY + WEEE + batteries eco-contributions can reach €30,000 to €60,000 a year.

How does registration work?#

The registration pattern mirrors the toys stream:

Mandate with a French authorized representative. A written mandate under Article L. 541-10-9-1 of the French Environmental Code, created by Law No. 2026-602 of 8 July 2026. Since 10 July 2026, any producer not established in France and subject to EPR must appoint a representative established in France, for every stream.
Membership applications for the applicable stream(s): Ecologic for sports and leisure articles, Ecomaison or Valobat for DIY and gardening. Each stream is a separate application, filed within two business days of receiving the signed mandate, the first invoice payment and the deposit.
WEEE and battery applications in parallel if powered products in portfolio.
Identifiers per stream, each on its eco-organisation's own process (Ecosystem, for example, issues it after your first declaration has been filed and paid).
Marketplace update: Amazon Seller Central, ManoMano, Cdiscount, Fnac, and any specialised marketplaces.

For a non-EU sporting goods or DIY seller with a typical multi-stream profile, all applicable streams run in parallel. Most streams are declared once a year. Exceptions: Ecomaison declares quarterly by default (annual on option below 15 t, 1,000 pieces and EUR 2 million of turnover in the stream), Valdelia quarterly, Ecominéro monthly, and Ecosystem electrical equipment quarterly unless contributions are paid by SEPA direct debit.

What are the common failure modes?#

Three issues recur in non-EU sporting goods and DIY seller files:

ManoMano-specific suspension cascade. Sellers register for one stream (typically DIY) and list a broad catalogue. ManoMano's verification flags listings that trigger streams the seller has not registered for (typically WEEE for powered tools, batteries for cordless). Specific listings come down while the rest remain. Recovery requires adding the missing registration and uploading the additional IDU.

Outdoor furniture stream confusion. Garden furniture (outdoor tables, chairs, parasols) triggers the furniture (DEA) stream via Ecomaison or Valdelia, in addition to or instead of the DIY/gardening stream. The exact assignment depends on product classification. A foreign seller of garden furniture should consult the representative to confirm correct stream assignment.

E-bike registration complexity. E-bikes touch four streams (sporting goods, WEEE, LMT batteries, packaging). The LMT battery category is administratively distinct from portable batteries and may require a specialised registration. Plan for this complexity upfront.

Frequently asked questions#

Are children's bikes toys or sporting goods? Generally toys if marketed to children under 14 and designed for play rather than for sport. The toy safety standard EN 71 versus the bicycle safety standard EN 14764 informs the classification. When in doubt, the representative confirms with the eco-organisations concerned.

Do hunting and fishing licences interact with EPR? Hunting and fishing licences are separate consumer-protection regimes. The equipment sold (rifles, rods, lures) is in scope for sporting goods EPR. The licence requirements affect distribution but not EPR.

What about professional sporting goods sold to clubs or athletes? Sales to professional users in France remain within the sporting goods EPR scope. The B2B versus B2C distinction does not exempt the producer. Some products may fall under the professional packaging stream (Citeo Pro, Léko Pro or Twiice): packaging of products used only by professionals. A package also sold to households stays household packaging, even when a business buys it. Contributions and identifiers start on 1 January 2027.

Are tools sold to professional construction workers in scope of DIY EPR? The DIY/gardening stream covers consumer DIY products. Tools sold exclusively to professional construction users may fall under the construction products stream (PMCB) instead, particularly for power tools used on construction sites. The line between consumer and professional tools is sometimes contested; the representative confirms with the eco-organisation.

Does a fitness brand selling protein supplements and apparel face additional EPR streams? Yes. Protein supplements may be in scope for food packaging EPR (under household packaging). Apparel is in scope for textile (Refashion). A fitness brand can quickly face four to five EPR streams: sporting goods, textile, packaging, and possibly food packaging or graphic paper.

Next step#

For non-EU sporting goods and DIY sellers, the registration setup is multi-stream by default. Plan for at minimum two streams (the primary category plus packaging), and typically three to four if powered equipment is in the portfolio. Request a written quote: we scope all applicable streams in a written quote within one business day.

Sources & references#

All legal and regulatory claims in this article trace back to the following primary sources (Légifrance, EUR-Lex, ADEME and equivalents). Verified 24 May 2026.

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Sporting Goods, DIY and Gardening EPR France: A Guide for Foreign Sellers in 2026