Regulation & Compliance
News and analysis on the laws and regulations that are affecting the packaging industry, advice on ensuring compliance and more.
The key to ensuring your company is PPWR compliant
The PPWR begins to fully apply from next week, and many companies are currently focussed on collecting declarations, specifications, and
Packaging regulations pose huge financial risks: here’s how to tackle them
Packaging laws like the PPWR now govern markets in more than 60 countries across the world, with fees that can
Taking a closer look at the EU’s latest PPWR guidance
The European Commission recently published further guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, this time in the form of
How do EU packaging regulations compare with UK ones?
2026 is a big year for packaging regulation in Europe, with the EU and the UK both launching landmark reforms
Read this before you complete your PPWR Declaration of Conformity
From the 12th of August this year, all packaging sold in EU markets will be legally required to have its
How BuzzBallz should improve the recyclability of its packaging
How could BuzzBallz, a rising star in pre-mixed cocktails, redesign its packaging for improved recyclability – and how should local
Brand owners told not to pass PPWR reporting requirements onto suppliers
ELIPSO has cautioned major retailers and brands not to overstep the current legal framework of the Packaging and Packaging Waste
Specright unveils AI-powered Declaration of Conformity reporting for PPWR
Specright has developed an automated Declaration of Conformity (DoC) reporting capability, designed to help companies quickly and easily source documents
Avery Dennison’s RFID tags for PET bottles receive RecyClass approval
Avery Dennison’s AD CleanFlake RFID tags have secured RecyClass Technology Approval in Europe, officially certifying their compatibility with mechanical
Draft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
ResponsibleGlass has published the first draft of its International Standard for Glassmaking, with its global sustainability standard, certification and labelling
Strengthening EPR implementation for Europe’s circular economy
EXPRA has developed a set of proposals and recommendations in hopes of ensuring that the Circular Economy Act’s Extended
How to advance the PACK Act for consistent on-pack labelling claims
An upcoming hearing on the Packaging and Claims Knowledge (PACK) Act could establish consistent standards for recyclable, compostable, and reusable