Noile reguli UE pentru ambalaje: producătorii români care livrează în UE au obligații în acele state membre - Economica.net

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), effective from August 12, 2026, significantly alters compliance obligations for Romanian producers selling packaged products to other EU member states. The regulation expands the responsibility for packaging beyond local sales, requiring producers to consider the member state where the packaged product is made available to the end user. This means Romanian producers may need to fulfill obligations in each member state where their products are sold, especially in direct sales to consumers. Different rules apply depending on whether sales are made to local distributors or directly to consumers. Additionally, the regulation mandates the appointment of an authorized representative in member states where obligations exist, which can complicate compliance. Producers must accurately report packaging quantities and types, necessitating robust data collection processes. A thorough assessment of sales flows and responsibilities is…