Eco-contribution for bicycles (e-bikes)

LVR Cycles : Eco-participation for bicycles (e-bikes)

The eco-participation for bicycles is an environmental contribution applied when purchasing a new bicycle. It helps to finance the prevention, collection, reuse, repair, recycling and treatment of waste from sporting and leisure goods, including bicycles.

Within the framework of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for Sporting Goods and Leisure Products, producers, manufacturers, importers, and those placing products on the market must contribute to the end-of-life management of the products concerned. Bicycles and non-motorized personal mobility devices are included in this scheme.

At LVR Cycles , this eco-contribution is paid upfront through the supplier chain, independently of the bicycle's price. It is then passed on to the end customer, because the bicycle buyer becomes the product's user and benefits from the end-of-life management system.

Mandatory eco-contribution for the purchase of a new bicycle

A contribution linked to the EPR regulations

The eco-contribution for bicycles is part of Extended Producer Responsibility, also known as EPR. This principle stipulates that producers contribute to the prevention and management of waste from the products they place on the market.

A sector dedicated to sports and leisure goods

Bicycles fall under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for Sports and Leisure Goods, which was implemented on January 1, 2022. This scheme aims in particular to develop the reuse, repair, collection and recycling of the products concerned.

A contribution independent of the bicycle price

The eco-participation fee is not a discount, an option, or an accessory. It is a specific environmental contribution, independent of the product price, applied according to the category of bicycle purchased.

A contribution passed on to the end consumer

LVR Cycles pays this eco-contribution upstream through the supplier chain. It is then passed on to the end consumer, as the bicycle is purchased, used, and then consumed by the end customer.

What is the purpose of the eco-contribution for bicycles?

Funding the end-of-life of bicycles

This contribution helps finance the prevention, collection, transport, and treatment of waste related to the products in question. Contributions paid to eco-organizations specifically cover these costs within the framework of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme.

Promote reuse and repair

Eco-participation also contributes to the objectives of reusing and repairing sports and leisure items, in order to extend the lifespan of products where possible.

Develop recycling

When a bicycle or some of its components can no longer be reused or repaired, the sector supports their recycling and processing under appropriate conditions.

Reduce environmental impact

This contribution helps to improve the management of end-of-life products, with the aim of reducing waste and promoting a more circular economy.

Amounts applied at LVR Cycles

• Exercise bike: €14.90 (VAT included)
• VAE, excluding VTTAE: €19.90 incl. VAT
• E-MTB: €24.90 (VAT included)

Which bicycles are affected?

• New road bikes
• New mountain bikes
• New gravel
• New city bikes
• New trekking bikes
• New muscle bikes
• New electric bikes
• New e-MTBs
• New children's bicycles
• New cargo bikes

Important information

• Service: eco-contribution for bicycles
• Characteristic: mandatory when purchasing a new bicycle concerned
• Objective: to finance the end-of-life management of the bicycle
• Framework: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for sports and leisure goods
• Products concerned: new bicycles and bikes
• Amount: varies depending on the bicycle category
• Application: independent of the bicycle price
• Impact: on the end customer when purchasing the product

Why is this eco-contribution added to your order?

• It complies with the regulatory framework of the EPR sector
• It concerns new bicycles placed on the market
• It finances the collection, repair, reuse, recycling and processing
• It is pre-arranged by LVR Cycles via the supplier chain
• This is passed on to the end customer, the user of the bicycle.
• It is independent of the bicycle's commercial price.
• It varies depending on the category of cycle purchased.
• It contributes to better environmental management of end-of-life bicycles