Question 1

What is the EU PPWR regulation?

Accepted Answer

PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, EU 2025/40) is the EU's unified packaging regulation replacing national packaging laws. It takes effect from August 12, 2026 across all EU27 countries.

Question 2

Who needs to comply with PPWR?

Accepted Answer

Any business placing packaged products on the EU market, including manufacturers, importers, distributors, and e-commerce sellers shipping to EU consumers.

Question 3

What are the key PPWR requirements?

Accepted Answer

Key requirements include: maximum void space ratios for packaging, recyclability targets, minimum recycled content percentages, labeling/marking requirements, and EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) obligations.