The Circular Economy Act (KrWG) imposes extended producer responsibility, requiring manufacturers and importers to manage their end-of-life products, such as chemicals. This is a key provision of the act, which focuses on promoting a circular economy that reduces waste, enhances recycling and ensures the efficient and sustainable use of resources. Key objectives include waste prevention to reduce waste generation at the source, emphasis on maximizing recycling and recovery of materials from waste, and use of resources efficiently to reduce environmental impact. Several sections of the act cover hazardous waste to prevent pollution and protect health. Overall, the Circular Economy Act aligns with EU regulations on waste management and chemical safety and integrates practices for chemical disposal established within its waste management framework.