On 3 August 2026, the European Commission published a revised version of its FAQs on the EU Packaging Regulation.
On 12 August 2026, the new Packaging Law Implementation Act will come into force at the same time as the EU Packaging Regulation. It will completely replace the existing Packaging Act and is intended to ensure the application of the PPWR in Germany.
On 30 March 2026, the European Commission published the long-awaited guidelines and a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the interpretation of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
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