Noile reguli UE pentru ambalaje se aplică deja firmelor din România. CONAF cere ghid pentru IMM-uri și 12 luni fără sancțiuni directe - StartupCafe

New EU regulations on packaging and packaging waste will apply to Romanian companies starting August 12, 2026. Entrepreneurs must understand their roles in the economic chain and associated obligations, but the Romanian authorities have not yet provided estimates on the number of affected firms. The National Confederation for Women's Entrepreneurship (CONAF) calls for a guidance document and a 12-month grace period for micro-enterprises to address administrative issues before penalties are imposed. The regulations require companies to use recyclable packaging and incorporate recycled materials, with compliance obligations varying by business role. CONAF emphasizes the disproportionate administrative burden on small firms compared to larger corporations, urging the government to publish a national framework and assess the number of affected businesses.