PPWR guide for fruit and vegetables: what you must comply with and when

The PPWR (Regulation (EU) 2025/40) has applied since 12 August 2026 and, from 1 January 2030, restricts single-use plastic for fresh fruit and vegetables under 1.5 kg, with exceptions set by each Member State. Download the guide with what your role and package require.

Topics covered include:

• What your role requires: farmer, cooperative, packer, packaging manufacturer, exporter or importer
• Crate, tray, net and bag, package by package
• Under 1.5 kg (2030): Member State exceptions and the Commission's list (12 Feb 2027)
• Compostable stickers (12 Feb 2028) and reusable crates with a label
• PFAS, EU declaration of conformity and destination markets