PPWR-compliant packaging
The European Packaging Regulation (PPWR) will take effect on August 12, 2026. For anyone who purchases or designs packaging, this means new requirements: a conformity assessment, technical documentation for each package, and proof that your packaging is recyclable and contains no unnecessary empty space. That may sound like a burden, but it’s really an opportunity to refine your packaging.
At Europal, we don’t view PPWR as just another box to check, but as a tool to make your packaging lighter, smarter, and demonstrably compliant. Cardboard has a head start in this regard: it’s already recyclable, already recycled, and produced locally, and cardboard boxes are exempt from the reuse requirement. We make sure you’re ready for the three key areas: documentation, labeling, and void space.
How We Can Help You
Documentation and Certificates for Your PPWR Audit
We provide the documentation and certificates you need to demonstrate your compliance, tailored to your packaging and available upon request.
Harmonized Labeling via QR Code
The QR code is the method recommended by the EU for harmonized labeling. We closely monitor the implementing regulations and ensure that your packaging is ready to meet the harmonized labeling requirements.
Optimization of Unused Space
PPWR limits the empty space in packaging to a maximum of 50%. Using the right packaging process, we reduce the volume to exactly what your product needs.
Control of Substances of Concern
Active monitoring of PFAS, heavy metals, and REACH/SVHC through our suppliers. No intentionally added PFAS; heavy metals below the legal threshold.
Demonstrating Recyclability
Corrugated cardboard and honeycomb are already recyclable through existing collection and sorting systems in Europe. Upon request, we can verify their recyclability using recognized industry criteria.
Uncertainty regarding compliance
Through ready-to-use documentation and a declaration of conformity for each packaging group.
Too much empty space
Through packaging methods that comply with the 50% limit.
Unclear labeling
Through QR code labeling that complies with harmonized EU requirements.
Risk of Prohibited Substances
Through active monitoring of PFAS, heavy metals, and REACH compliance among our suppliers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We provide the documentation and certificates you need to demonstrate your compliance, tailored to your packaging and available upon request.
The EU recommends the QR code as a method for harmonized labeling. As soon as the European Commission publishes the final label specifications, we will ensure that your packaging complies with them.
PPWR limits the empty space in grouping and shipping packaging to a maximum of 50%. We help you achieve this with systems that adapt to the volume of your product.
Yes. Cardboard is already recyclable, recycled, and locally produced, and cardboard boxes are exempt from the reuse requirement. The PPWR is largely favorable for cardboard.
Why Partner with Europal?
Because we don’t view PPWR as a one-time event, but as an ongoing process. We’ve already got our documentation, substance management, and labeling in order, so you won’t face any surprises starting in August 2026.
You read above how we approach this: documentation, labeling, and dead space. Our ambition goes beyond simply being ready for PPWR ourselves. We want our customers to be ready, too.
Curious to learn how we can make your packaging PPWR-compliant and more efficient? Feel free to contact us for a no-obligation consultation.