EU Public Consultations on Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

September 10, 2026

The European Commission has launched calls for evidence related to various aspects of the implementation of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. Specifically, the Commission is seeking comments from stakeholders on three matters:

  • The rules for calculating and verifying recycled content in plastic packaging (see consultation)

  • The sustainability criteria for plastic recycling technologies (see consultation)

  • The conditions for importing recycled materials into the EU for use in packaging (see consultation)

The deadline for all three consultations is September 16, 2026.

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