EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

HEADLINE: EU packaging waste systems failed to ensure recyclability and reuse of materials.

Key Obligations

Recyclability requirements, recycled content targets, reuse targets, labelling

Penalty Ranges

National penalties; market access restrictions

Mandatory Deadline: 2030-01-01

Affected HS Codes: All packaging materials (HS 39, 48, 73, 76)

Issuing Authority: European Commission / DG ENV