What do new PFAS restrictions under PPWR mean for consumer health packaging?
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Under the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), new PFAS restrictions are among the earliest packaging requirements coming into force, with compliance deadlines starting in August 2026.
Explore the infographic below to understand what PFAS are and how these new regulations will impact packaging strategies for consumer health products, including supplements, nutraceuticals and wellness brands.
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