The EU packaging regulatory landscape has been transformed by the PPWR (2025), which replaces the 1994 PPWD and introduces mandatory recycled content, minimisation, reusability, and DRS requirements. This reference covers all major packaging regulations.

EU PPWR 2025

Regulation 2025/40. Recycled content, minimisation, reusability, DRS, EPR, and DPP requirements.

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PPWD (Repealed)

Directive 94/62/EC. Historical requirements and transition to PPWR.

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Single-Use Plastics

SUP Directive 2019/904. Prohibited items, marking requirements, and EPR.

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Extended Producer Responsibility

Harmonised EU EPR for packaging. Registration, reporting, and eco-modulated fees.

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Deposit Return Schemes

Mandatory DRS by 2029. 90% collection target. Plastic bottles and metal cans.

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Packaging Taxes

UK PPT, Italy MACSI, Spain plastic tax, and EU plastic levy.

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