Repairers and recyclers

These stakeholders include repairers, recyclers and refurbishers that rely on product information as part of their day-to-day activities. 

The information available to each user may vary depending on the product group, applicable legislation and access rights. 

How can the DPP support my activities?

The DPP can help these stakeholders access information needed to support more efficient, informed and sustainable business operations. 

Potential benefits include: 

• Easier access to relevant and machine-readable product information; 
• Improved product identification and traceability; 
• Support for repair, maintenance and refurbishment activities; 
• Better information for sorting, dismantling and recycling; 
• Improved transparency across value chains. 

What information may be available?

Depending on the product group and applicable legislation, a DPP may provide information such as: 

For repairers & refurbishers 

• Detailed disassembly instructions; 
• A list of compatible spare parts and tools required for repairs;  
• Diagnostic information to identify faults.

For recyclers 

• A product’s material composition; 
• Quantities and types of valuable materials (e.g. critical raw materials) for recovery and information on which components contain substances of concern that must be safely removed; 
• The exact information available will depend on the product and the applicable legal framework. 

How can I access DPP information? 

DPP information may be accessed through a data carrier linked to the product, such as a QR code attached to the product or its packaging, or on the documentation accompanying the product (as determined by the product specific legislation).

Different users may have access to different types of information depending on their role and applicable access rights.