European Commission Issues PPWR Guidance Ahead of 12 August Start Date
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The European Union will introduce new rules for coffee capsules, which are officially classified as packaging under the new Packaging and Waste Regulation (PPWR).
All companies that produce, import, distribute or market packaged products in the European Union must comply with a new EU regulation which lays down strict packaging rules as from 12 August 2026. Thus, the volume and weight of packaging is limited to what is strictly necessary, and for certain categories the requirements for the use of a minimum content of recycled material must be respected. Certain forms of single-use packaging are also prohi…
The European Union is putting in place a new framework to reduce packaging waste and promote its reuse with rules that will progressively affect manufacturers, shops and consumers.
The new European regulation focuses on all stages of the packaging life cycle to ensure sustainable recycling and progress towards a circular economy
From August 12, 2026, coffee capsules will officially be considered packaging in the EU. What's up with collection and recy
European Commission issues PPWR guidance ahead of 12 August start date
New FAQs address the EU packaging regulation shortly before documentation and substance requirements begin applying to packaging placed on EU and Northern Ireland markets. The European Commission has published new guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) ahead of its general application from 12 August 2026. The frequently asked questions, published on 3 August, address practical issues raised by businesses, national author…
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