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From 12 August 2026, stricter packaging regulations will apply to retailers and producers. On February 11, 2026, the German Federal Cabinet approved the Packaging Law Implementation Act (VerpackDG), thereby enacting the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) across Germany. Consequently, three major adjustments to producer obligations will ensue.

According to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), manufacturers, importers, downstream users and distributors, as well as producers and importers of certain specific products, are obliged to inform other actors in the supply chain – including consumers – about all identified hazards. This applies to cleaning and disinfecting agents, paints, varnishes, coatings and sprays, adhesives, sealants, resins and foams, solvents, thinners and degreasers, lubricants, oils and technical greases, technical chemicals and additives, laboratory chemicals and gases, products in containers, refill packs or kits, explosive substances and mixtures.

As the EU strives to enhance transparency and support the circular economy, businesses must digitally supply detailed product information and ensure full traceability through every stage of the product’s life cycle by 2027. Consequently, producers, importers and small and medium-sized enterprises are now faced with additional responsibilities concerning data management, processes and supply chains.

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces new requirements, increased costs, and a push for alternative materials – but does not necessarily impose blanket bans.

The trade-e-bility EPREL online course highlights legal principles and practical requirements as well as typical testing procedures of market surveillance authorities. Courses are available immediately after booking: no delay!

New and increasingly complex requirements around Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), CE marking, product documentation, and labelling obligations are posing major challenges for producers, manufacturers, and importers placing products on the EU and UK markets. A lack of clarity regarding market roles, legal obligations, and country-specific differences can quickly lead to compliance risks and costly errors. The Interactive Lab: EPR & Product Compliance is designed to provide safe, efficient, and practical solutions to regulatory requirements.

In just 30 minutes, our expert consultant Magdalena Barylska will give you a clear and practical introduction to product compliance – covering everything from legal obligations to actionable next steps. All sessions are held online. They are ideal for beginners looking to reduce risk and save time.

e-systems has implemented a company-wide information security management system in accordance with ISO 27001.