Sales model
Where you sell and your role in the supply chain: manufacturer, importer or distributor.
Packaging that meets PPWR before the inspector asks.
From 12 August 2026, packaging placed on the EU market must meet the requirements of the PPWR regulation. We check what applies to you, build a plan and run the implementation from audit to documentation.
declarations and packaging documentation
Timeline
PPWR dates you can’t miss
The regulation applies in stages. First documentation and declarations of conformity, then labelling and recyclability requirements.
Regulation appliesDeclaration of conformity and technical documentation for each packaging type, kept for 10 years.
Harmonised labellingUniform labels showing packaging material and how to sort it.
Recyclability and minimisationRecyclability requirement, minimum recycled content in plastic and an empty-space limit in parcels.
What the audit covers
Six areas we check
The audit is a quick assessment of how ready your company is for PPWR. At the end you know what is required now, what to prepare for the coming years and where the biggest risks are.
Packaging types
Product, grouped, transport and shipping packaging, plus protective materials.
Regulatory risk
Excess packaging, recyclability, labelling and gaps in documentation.
Links to EPR
Registrations, reports and packaging obligations in the countries you sell to.
Recommendations
Concrete steps that reduce the risk of sales blocks or marketplace problems.
Documentation
Declarations of conformity and technical documentation for each packaging type.
How implementation works
From audit to ongoing compliance
Step 1Audit
We establish your status, map your packaging and assess the risks.
Step 2Action plan
Priorities and a timeline of changes, phased where the deadlines allow.
Step 3Implementation
Documentation, declarations of conformity, labelling and packaging data in the EPRpilot PPWR module.
Step 4Maintenance
We track regulatory changes and link PPWR with your EPR reporting.
Who it’s for
PPWR applies to everyone who packs and sells
- EU sellers. Companies placing packaged products on the market in any EU country.
- Marketplace sellers. Sellers on Amazon, eBay, Allegro and other platforms.
- Own packaging. Brands that design or order their own packaging and shipping boxes.
- Food and hospitality. Food-contact and takeaway packaging carries extra requirements.
Product packagingCarton, print, PET window
CompliantGrouped packagingStretch film
Label changeShipping boxE-commerce
Empty spaceVoid fillBubble wrap
Missing dataIllustrative data. The PPWR module is part of the EPRpilot platform.
Start with an audit
Check your PPWR readiness
Tell us briefly what you sell and where. We’ll reply within one business day with an audit proposal and a quote.
info@otoneso.com+48 459 596 793
FAQ
PPWR questions
What is PPWR?
It is the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (EU) 2025/40. As a regulation it applies directly in every EU country and replaces the previous packaging directive.
When does it apply?
From 12 August 2026. Further requirements, including labelling, recyclability and recycled content, come in stages over the following years.
Does PPWR replace EPR?
No. PPWR sets requirements for the packaging itself, while EPR registration and reporting in each country still apply. We handle both together.
How long does the audit take?
It depends on the number of products and packaging types. We give a timeline and quote after a free consultation.