PPWR – Regulation (EU) 2025/40 on Packaging and Packaging Waste

Sustainable packaging is one of the key challenges facing European industry in the coming years. With the introduction of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) – Regulation (EU) 2025/40, the European Union establishes a harmonised legislative framework aimed at reducing packaging waste, promoting recycling, encouraging reuse and supporting the transition towards a circular economy.

As a European manufacturer specialised in aluminium food packaging solutions, Contital supports customers, distributors and stakeholders in complying with the new regulatory requirements by providing technical documentation and PPWR declarations covering its main product ranges.

What is the PPWR?

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) gradually replaces Directive 94/62/EC, introducing common rules applicable across all EU Member States.

The Regulation aims to:

• Reduce packaging waste generation.
• Improve packaging recyclability.
• Increase the use of recycled materials.
• Promote reuse where technically feasible.
• Ensure greater transparency throughout the supply chain.
• Accelerate the transition towards a circular economy.

The PPWR applies to manufacturers, converters, distributors, importers and users of packaging across food, industrial and commercial sectors.

Contital’s Commitment to PPWR Compliance

Aluminium is a permanent material that can be recycled infinitely without significant loss of its intrinsic properties. Thanks to this unique characteristic, aluminium containers and packaging actively contribute to European sustainability goals, waste reduction targets and resource efficiency.

Contital continuously monitors the evolution of European legislation and updates its technical documentation to provide customers with reliable information and support regarding the requirements introduced by the PPWR.

PPWR Documentation

The following PPWR Declarations are available for download according to the relevant product category.

• Aluminium Containers and Foil Rolls

• Baking Paper Rolls and Sheets

• PE and PVC Rolls

• CA / LDPE Bowls

• PET Containers and Lids

• CA and PP Lids

• EPS Thermal Boxes

• Aluminium Capsules with paper ring

The Future of Sustainable Packaging

European legislation is moving towards a clear objective: developing packaging solutions that are increasingly sustainable, recyclable and transparent. Through continuous investment in innovation, product quality and sustainability, Contital remains committed to delivering packaging solutions aligned with the latest regulatory requirements and the environmental goals established by the European Union.