DPP, EU, Toys
Is your company ready for the most significant update to EU toy safety rules in over a decade? The European Commission welcomed the provisional political agreement between the European Parliament and the Council on new toy safety rules in April 2025, marking a major milestone for manufacturers and importers who ... Read more
The European Commission‘s announcement on 11 June 2025 outlines sweeping changes that will reshape how detergent products enter and circulate within the EU market. This development is particularly important for manufacturers and importers of cleaning products, detergents, and surfactants who sell or plan to sell in the European Union. The ... Read more
How prepared is your electronics business for the EU’s most significant sustainability regulation in decades? With 98% of adults owning mobile phones and frequent upgrade cycles driving massive e-waste growth, the European Union has responded with game-changing legislation that will reshape how electronics companies operate. Mathew Ekholm’s comprehensive analysis of ... Read more
Have you ever thought about the journey a battery takes from manufacturing to recycling, and all the information that could make that journey more sustainable? With the growing focus on environmental responsibility, a new tool is emerging to track and manage this information: the Digital Product Passport (DPP). If you’re ... Read more
Industry experts forecast significant shifts in packaging strategies as companies adapt to new regulations, embrace cutting-edge technologies, and develop more sustainable solutions. According to a recent article by David Burrows, several key trends are emerging in the packaging landscape. The push towards fibre-based packaging is accelerating as companies seek to ... Read more
In 2024, the European Union (EU) introduced several significant regulatory changes affecting product safety, compliance, and sustainability. Here are the nine most essential changes and amendments this year, including updates on the Toy Safety Regulation, General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), Digital Product Passport (DPP), EU Batteries Regulation, and other related ... Read more
Many changes have been made concerning product compliance, so it is no surprise that they touched upon construction product compliance. The European Union’s recent amendment to the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) is set to transform how manufacturers approach product design, sustainability, and market access. This comprehensive update will be particularly ... Read more
Are you ready for a retail revolution? As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the modern barcode and the 30th birthday of the QR code, a significant shift in product identification is on the horizon. If you’re involved in manufacturing, importing, or retail, this change could have far-reaching implications for ... Read more
Are you in the adhesives and sealants industry? If so, you’ll want to pay attention to the new EU Ecodesign Regulation. This game-changing legislation is set to reshape how we think about product design and sustainability in our sector. Let’s dive into why it’s so important and what it means ... Read more
On September 5, 2024, the Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee (IMCO) of the European Parliament unanimously approved the start of trilogue negotiations on a new Toy Safety Regulation. Key points of the Parliament’s position: Rapporteur Marion Walsmann (EPP) stated: “Children deserve the safest toys possible. With the revised safety ... Read more