The global PET packaging regulatory landscape remains highly fragmented, with each region setting its rPET targets, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) feeds, and contaminant screening requirements. As a result, manufacturers need to adhere to the strictest standards, juggle among multiple testing protocols (EU, FDA, GB, etc.), and navigate through the jungle of on-pack labeling and administrative regimes.
To support you in making informed decisions, Holland Colours has consolidated the latest regulatory updates below, guiding you through the most recent updates across EMEIA, the Americas, and Asia‑Pacific.
While Europe is taking the lead in pushing recycled content standards and recyclability, regions like the U.S. and Asia-Pacific are seeing more fragmented or evolving regulations. Countries in Latin America and India are making strides, but consistent enforcement and policy implementation remain ongoing challenges.
For companies operating globally, navigating this patchwork of policies requires both agility and local expertise. Understanding regulatory nuances and adapting strategies to each region will be essential. Not only for compliance, but also for aligning with broader sustainability goals as global momentum toward circular packaging continues to build.
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