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Following the publication of the PPWR implementation guidance by the European Commission, industry bodies such as European Brands Association and FoodDrinkEurope warn that significant uncertainties remain, particularly around recycled content verification, costs, and consistent application across EU member states.

The United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union intensify regulations on mandatory minimum recycled content in plastic packaging

Italian authorities have published updated guidance on End-of-Waste (EoW) criteria for recycled plastics, bringing more clarity on when a material ceases to be waste and becomes a secondary raw material.

🇪🇺 The European Parliament approves tougher rules on packaging and plastic waste management.

♻️ New reduction targets: -10% by 2030, -15% by 2035, and -20% by 2040.

🏭 Producers will have to include minimum recycled content in all plastic packaging.

Stronger control over waste and secondary material imports from non-EU countries.

Serbia adoptă o legislație similară cu UE privind interzicerea plasticelor de unică folosință.

Malaysia and India tighten import rules for plastic waste.

apan’s Ministry of Environment announced that starting January 2026, exports of mixed plastic waste will be completely banned. Only sorted fractions with full traceability will be allowed for export.