The regulations apply only to processed, pre-packaged foods, not fresh produce.
The certification confirms strong control and traceability throughout the entire flow.
The nine permitted sizes are: 200 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre, 2 litres, 5 litres, 10 litres, 15 litres, and 20 litres.
the industry has been concerned that delays in this secondary legislation would leave packaging converters uncertain about how to comply, even as the 2030 deadlines approach.
The ruling could have far-reaching implications for intellectual property rights in the packaging industry.
Chemco’s authorization places it among a select group of companies in India authorized to produce food-grade rPET resin for direct food-contact packaging.
The government’s consideration of DRS signals that voluntary measures may not be sufficient to meet the 70% recycling target.
The partnership includes work on market development, connecting recyclers with brand owners who have committed to using recycled content.
Each Member State will have two months to respond to the formal notice and notify the Commission of their complete transposition measures.
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