PPWR – The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

At Fleximark, we are actively working to ensure that our packaging meets the requirements of the EU’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The objective of the PPWR is to reduce packaging waste, increase recycling, and promote a more circular economy throughout the entire lifecycle of packaging.

The regulation includes requirements regarding, among other things:

• Substances of Concern

• Packaging minimization

• Material recycling and recyclability

• Use of recycled materials

• Documentation and future sustainability reporting

As the regulatory framework evolves, we continuously monitor new requirements and guidance from the EU, and we work closely with our suppliers to ensure that relevant information is available and up to date.

To support compliance with the PPWR, we work continuously to:

• Collect and evaluate supplier declarations and compliance documentation.

• Review packaging materials for the presence of PFAS and heavy metals, in accordance with PPWR requirements.

• Gather information on material composition, recyclability, and environmental performance from our packaging suppliers.

• Monitor developments in legislation, standards, and guidance from the EU and national authorities.

• Identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact and improve the recyclability of our packaging.

Fleximark has established procedures to assess compliance with the requirements of the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) regarding substances of particular concern.

Based on information from our suppliers, material assessments, and—where applicable—analyses, our packaging is evaluated with regard to:

• Intentionally added PFAS substances

• Fluorine analysis, where relevant

• Heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and hexavalent chromium

The goal is to ensure that our packaging solutions meet applicable regulatory requirements and support our customers' sustainability efforts.

To ensure transparency, we provide relevant documentation for our packaging.

Available documents

• PPWR Declaration of Conformity

• Producer responsibility registration

• Packaging specifications and material information (where applicable)

The documents are updated on an ongoing basis as new information becomes available.

Compliance with the PPWR requires collaboration throughout the entire value chain. Through close dialogue with suppliers, customers, and other partners, Fleximark works to ensure high transparency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of our packaging solutions.

If you have any questions regarding our packaging or our PPWR documentation, please feel free to contact us.