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Requirements for substances in
packaging ARTICLE 5
This proposal stipulates a ban on placing food contact packaging
containing PFAS above certain thresholds on the market from 2026.
Packaging placed on the market must be manufactured to contain a minimal
amount of harmful substances. This applies not only to the packaging
material itself, but also to all components it comprises, such as inks or
adhesives.
It is important that these harmful substances are present in the smallest
possible amount both in the packaging and in any waste generated during
its disposal (such as recycled materials, ash, or other waste products). The
aim is to minimize the environmental impact of these harmful substances at
every stage of the packaging’s life cycle.
Restrictions on use of certain packaging
formats ARTICLE 25
This article states that by 1 January 2030, economic operators shall not
place on the market packaging in the formats, and for the purposes as listed
in Annex V. There are 6 formats with restricted use included in the Annex:
1. Single-use plastic grouped packaging - for grouping goods sold in
bottles, cans, tins, pots, tubs, and packets designed as convenience
packaging to enable or encourage consumers to purchase more than
one product (e.g. shrink wrap, films). This excludes grouped packaging
necessary to facilitate handling.
2. Single use plastic packaging for less than 1.5kg pre-packed fresh
fruit and vegetables unless there is a demonstrated need to avoid water
loss or turgidity loss, microbiological hazards or physical shocks (e.g.
nets, bags).
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