2. Packaging minimization: Reduce unnecessary packaging and prohibit packaging designs that mislead consumers. 3. compostable packaging: mandating the use of compostable packaging for specific products. 4. uniform package labeling: packaging needs to contain information on material, classification, and instr...
Here's everything you need to know about the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, how and why it's being enforced, its impact on brands like yours, and how you can prepare. What’s the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation? People are buying more than ever, and packaging is mo...
On April 24, 2024, the European Parliament adopted thePackaging and Packaging Waste Regulation(PPWR) at first reading, which should contribute to the transition to a circular economy. Once in full effect, the PPWR will replace the Packaging Directive 94/62/EC. The PPWR is intended to bring ...
The new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) could be a pivotal moment for the packaging sector – if politics doesn’t get in the way.
The European Parliament adopted on April 24 rules that require EU countries to reduce plastic packaging waste and cut overall packaging use. The measures were proposed in 2022 by the European Commission in its Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).The packaging reduction targets are 5% ...
On 30 November 2022, the European Commission laid out its proposed rules on packaging, which will impose novel obligations on producers. Among other matters, reusable packaging is set to increase, unnecessary packaging will no longer be allowed, and clea
This directive, on one hand , aims to protect, preserve and improve the quality of the environment, protect human health, ensure prudent efficient and rational utilization of natural resources and enhance the use of renewable energy, to prevent any impact from packaging and packaging waste on the...
The European Commission is collecting data and feedback from stakeholders about the European Union’s current rules on packaging and packaging waste.
Circularityis now a clear imperative. In 2024, companies should focus on understanding what circular design means for their products and services, with EU regulatory initiatives establishing requirements for product design, packaging and packaging waste, the ability to repair products, and provisions on...
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has sparked enormous interest among stakeholders. The European Commission is, therefore, hosting a webinar about the new regulation. This interactive session is your opportunity to get the latest information on the content, implementation steps, and answers to...