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Packaging compliance does not rely on a single regulation or one specific document. Depending on the material, intended use, packaged product and target market, different requirements may apply: consumer safety, food contact, chemical substances, environmental obligations or Extended Producer Responsibility.

On 13 January 2026, the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) published a new report: “JRC technical proposal on EU harmonised waste sorting labels under the packaging and packaging waste regulation”.

The PPWR sets new standards for sustainable packaging in Europe, focusing on recyclability, mandatory recycled content, waste reduction, and harmonized labeling. CEHTRA helps businesses stay compliant and adopt circular, eco-friendly packaging solutions.