EU PPWR (EU) 2025/40 Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

EU PPWR (EU) 2025/40, full name: Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation 
It replaces the old directive 94/62/EC (PPWD); it belongs to the EU regulation REGULATION, and is directly enforceable in 27 countries. Each country has no right to make free adjustments 

1.Any entity that places packaged products on the EU market, including Chinese factories, exporters, overseas warehouse sellers, independent websites, and B2B bulk traders;
Chinese manufacturers cannot directly register EPR; they must entrust an EU authorized representative to handle the registration.

2.Applicable packaging (full coverage, distinguishing between primary / secondary / tertiary packaging)

• Primary inner packaging: rust-proof paper, PE vacuum bags, plastic inner boxes

• Secondary sales packaging: corrugated cardboard boxes

• Tertiary transportation packaging: plywood non-sterilized wooden boxes, pallets, wrapping film, strapping tape, cushioning EPE, paper corner protectors, sealing tape, labels, desiccant outer bags

Key point: The transportation wrapping film, wooden boxes, and pallets all belong to the packaging and are included in the EPR declaration weight!

Applicable to the 27 countries of the European Union; the UK has independently implemented its own packaging regulations following Brexit, which do not fall under the scope of PPWR and therefore require separate compliance.

1. Continuously reduce the proportion of plastic packaging

Plastic EPR costs are higher. Mandatory requirements for recycled materials by 2030, RPG rating restrictions; prioritize the promotion of fully paper-based buffers (paper guards, die-cut cardstock), and gradually reduce the use of EPE and plastic boxes.

2. Optimize packaging size, control the void ratio of the box body ≤ 50%, and eliminate excessive packaging such as "large boxes containing small quantities of goods"

3. Stop purchasing multi-layer composite packaging (aluminum plastic film, paper-plastic composite materials)

4. Continuously select stable packaging suppliers who can provide stable and long-term test reports

Common Misconception Reminders (Many Metal Export Companies Have Fallen into Traps)

1. ❌ Misconception: Only inner boxes are controlled, wooden cases, wrapping films, and pallets are not considered packaging

✅ Correct: All levels of transportation packaging are included, and all weights are declared under EPR

2. ❌ Misconception: Just because the product has passed REACH, the packaging is automatically compliant

✅ Correct: REACH controls the product; PPWR specifically controls packaging. Two sets of regulations, two sets of tests, and two sets of documents

3. ❌ Misconception: B2B industrial large items can be exempted from PPWR

✅ Correct: Only some of the reuse obligations are exempted; hazardous substances, EPR, and recycling requirements are all applicable

4. ❌ Misconception: Wait until shipment to handle EPR registration

✅ Correct: The registration cycle is generally 4–8 weeks. During peak periods, the review process is longer. It is recommended to handle it in advance

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