Overview

European Commission seeks feedback on roadmaps for review of REACH and CLP regulations until June 1

Maximum plastic content will be 15% in July 2021, 8% in January 2024, and 0% in January 2026, pending an evaluation to be performed in 2024

Seven substances proposed to be included in authorization list

UK summary of a public consultation finds that biobased plastic packaging can be problematic, while biodegradable/compostable could be beneficial in specific uses

France will ban non-compostable labels on fruits and vegetables as of January 1, 2022

Germany notified the WTO or their intention to restrict FCMs made from recycled paper and board, unless the MOAH migration is below a threshold, or a functional barrier is present

France to change the labeling requirements for packaging concerning recyclability and sorting; changes to come in effect in 2022

The EEB published an informative overview of the status of initiatives in the Circular Economy Action Plan, one year after its publication

The French agency Anses proposes to include Bisphenol B in the list of SVHCs under REACH to avoid regrettable substitution of Bisphenol A and S; public consultation until April 23