Documentation and declaration of conformity
From 2026, obligation for a conformity assessment and technical documentation for all packaging placed on the market.
Art. 15, 16, 18 & 19
Harmonized labeling and information obligations
From 2029, uniform EU label on material and DRS participation and digital data carrier
Art. 12
Recyclability of packaging
By 2030 at least 70% recyclable
By 2038 at least 80% recyclable
Art. 6
Minimum recycled content in plastic packaging
From 2030, 10% to 35% recycled content depending on packaging type
Art. 7
Reusable packaging and system design
Design for reusability, guarantee cycles and take-back capability
Art. 11
Reuse quotas for transport packaging
From 2030, 40% (70% by 2040) reusable packaging for cross-border, nationally up to 100% (still to be finalized)
Art. 29
Registration in the EPR system
All packaging placed on the market must be registered
Art. 45
