The European Union continues to tighten rules around single-use plastics and food-contact materials. In 2026, importers need to pay close attention to updated requirements under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and national restrictions on intentionally added PFAS.
PPWR essentials for importers
The PPWR sets harmonised rules for packaging placed on the EU market, including recyclability, reuse targets and restrictions on certain single-use formats.
Food-contact documentation
Documentation demonstrating compliance with EU Regulation 1935/2004 and relevant member-state laws is required for customs clearance and buyer audits.
Labelling and disposal instructions
Labelling should clearly state material composition and disposal instructions. Where products are marketed as compostable, they should meet the EU's definition of industrial compostability.
Sources & references
- European Commission — Packaging and packaging waste — European Commission
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