European Packaging Regulations: are you ready for the change?
The European Union has introduced new packaging and packaging waste regulations that will significantly impact the packaging industry in the coming years. As a manufacturer or user of packaging materials, it's crucial to be prepared for these changes. Decofilm is ready to ensure a smooth transition towards compliant and sustainable packaging solutions.
Key Deadlines to Know
By 2025
- Significant reduction in lightweight plastic bag usage (maximum 40 bags per person annually)
- Minimum recycling targets for all packaging materials, including:
50% for plastics
75% for paper and cardboard
70% for glass and ferrous metals
50% for aluminum
By 2030
- All packaging must be designed for recycling
- Minimum recycled content requirements:
30% for food-contact PET packaging
10% for other food-contact plastic packaging
35% for non-food packaging
By 2035
- All packaging must be recyclable at scale
- 10% reduction in packaging waste per capita compared to 2018
Decofilm: Strategic Partner for Sustainable Packaging
Through our continuous commitment to research and development, Decofilm positions itself as the ideal partner to meet the challenges of the new European regulations. Our team of experts constantly works to develop innovative solutions that not only comply with current regulations but also anticipate future market needs, to give the customer a competitive advantage.
Our Strengths:
- Complete range of packaging films compliant with new regulations
- Customized solutions for industrial, food, and pharmaceutical sectors
- Sustainable products with certified recycled content
- Technical support for packaging process optimization
- Regulatory consulting to ensure your packaging compliance
The importance of sustainable, high-performance packaging
Choosing the right packaging material is crucial to business success. Today, we no longer have to choose between sustainability, performance and cost-effectiveness. Our packaging films are able to guarantee maximum product protection, respect for the environment and cost optimisation as well as contributing to the corporate image with responsible packaging.
Choosing Decofilm means investing in a future where environmental sustainability goes hand in hand with business success.