Computer 2000 Distribution admits to breach of pack rules

The Lutterworth, Leicestershire-based firm accepted a caution over excess transit packaging for electronic and computer equipment and is now considering alternative designs and investing in new packaging technology.

Leicestershire County Council trading standards officers were satisfied with the firm’s efforts to change their packaging and decided not to pursue court proceedings.

Unit head Keith Regan told Packaging News: “The company has done quite a lot of work and I took the decision to go down the caution route.”

Regan added that apart from the legal element keeping packaging to a minimum made good business sense at a time firms were looking to reduce costs.

Computer 2000 Distribution was unavailable for comment.

The news comes three weeks after video game accessory supplier Powerplay Group was prosecuted under the requirements.

EXPLAINER: PACKAGING (ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS) REGULATIONS 2003
• Packaging must be manufactured so that its volume and weight is the minimum necessary to maintain safety, hygiene and acceptance by the consumer
• It must be designed to permit its reuse or recovery, including recycling, and to minimise the impact on the environment
• The presence of noxious or other hazardous substances and materials must be minimised with regard to their presence in emissions after incineration or landfill

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