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CEN und die PPWR – Technische Standards für Verpackungen

CEN (European Committee for Standardization) develops the technical standards underpinning the practical implementation of the PPWR. While the PPWR establishes the legal framework, CEN standards determine how recyclability is evaluated and which criteria packaging must meet.

CEN (European Committee for Standardization)
Technical standards in the context of the PPWR.
While the PPWR defines the legal requirements for packaging, CEN develops the technical standards used to measure and verify compliance with these requirements.

Category Role Practical relevance for packaging
Legal framework The PPWR defines objectives such as recyclability, recycled content and design-for-recycling. CEN does not create laws but develops the technical standards that specify how these objectives are assessed.
Technical standards Development of harmonised European norms (EN standards) including test methods and assessment criteria. These standards determine how recyclability is measured and documented.
Impact on design Defines evaluation methods for material combinations, separability of components and recyclability performance. Influences how packaging must be designed in order to meet PPWR compliance requirements.

Notes

  • The PPWR sets the legal targets; CEN defines the technical verification framework.
  • Future recyclability classifications will rely on harmonised European standards.
  • Monomaterial plastic packaging generally has favourable conditions within current recycling systems.
  • Please always refer to the specific product design and applicable regulatory framework.