BPA in food packaging: What it is, why it’s banned, and how to avoid it
BPA is found in countless food packaging products worldwide, but research links it to serious health concerns. In this article, we explain what BPA is, what the EU ban means in practice, and how to identify BPA-free alternatives.
PFAS restrictions under the PPWR: What changes for food packaging from August in 2026?
Learn how PFAS regulation is evolving in Europe with the introduction of the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Article 5 introduces concentration thresholds for PFAS in food-contact packaging, adding a new compliance layer alongside REACH and the POP Regulation.
Ending greenwashing: the crucial role of legislation on green claims
Greenwashing is problematic for sustainability. The EU and other regions have proposed or implemented steps to outlaw greenwashing. What is the current status, and what does it mean for the use of ‘green claims’?
Legislation explained: the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
The EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) impacts which food packaging is allowed and what’s not. In this article, we break down the key objectives, timeline, and rules outlined in the PPWR, so you know exactly what to expect and how to prepare.
What’s rPET and why do we use it for food packaging?
Factsheet: Everything you need to know about rPET (recycled PET) and its use in food packaging
Your guide to the Single-Use Plastics Directive
Your practical guide to the EU’s Single-Use Plastics Directive. Learn what food packaging and cutlery are banned, what’s restricted, and what alternatives are available that comply with the continued roll-out of the Directive.
Why we don’t claim our products are PFAS-free
PFAS have been all over the news these past years. Across Europe, there is an ever-increasing range of recommendations and legislation regarding the safe use of PFAS in food packaging and cookware. Why we can’t claim our products are PFAS-free, but can claim no PFAS is added? Read on to discover.
SUP Directive update for the Netherlands: Changes from 2026
Are you based in the Netherlands? In mid-December 2024, the government announced key updates regarding the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD), reinforcing the focus on ‘reusable as standard.’ Here’s a summary of the changes you need to know.
Factsheet: What’s PLA and why do we use it for food packaging?
When it comes to bioplastics, PLA leads the pack. Here’s all you need to know about this handy material and its place in food packaging.
What are plastics – And can they be part of a sustainable future?
Plastic has got a bad reputation. But it also has many practical properties. Sometimes, these properties can even help us be more sustainable, providing we are careful with the material’s disposal and reuse. Discover how this works.
