• Labelling requirements: Phased introduction starting from 2026: QR code, declaration of conformity
  • Information requirements: Applicable from the date of entry into force: QR code
  • Reuse and refill systems: Applicable from the date of entry into force
  • Reuse systems: Applicable from the date of entry into force
  • Restriction of hazardous substances: Applicable from the date of entry into force
  • Compostability and minimisation: Phased introduction from 2025
  • Deposit and return systems: Phased introduction until 2029
  • Minimum recycled content requirements: Phased introduction from 2030
  • Ban on misleading packaging (“shrinkflation”): applicable from 2030
  • Content targets: Phased introduction from 2030
  • Recycling targets: Phased introduction until 2030
  • Design-for-recycling criteria: Phased introduction from 2030
  • Performance criteria for recyclability: applicable from 2035
  • Reduction of packaging waste: Phased introduction until 2040