12 Aug 2026In force
EU packaging regulation (PPWR) now applies
Regulation (EU) 2025/40
Since 12 August 2026 an importer may place packaging on the EU market only if it meets PPWR requirements, including plain, unbranded packaging.
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22 Mar 2026Adopted
New EU Detergents Regulation adopted
Regulation (EU) 2026/405
The regulation replacing the 2004 detergents rules entered into force on 22 March 2026 and applies from 23 September 2029.
3 Dec 2025Updated
CLP label formatting rules pushed to 2028
Regulation (EU) 2025/2439
The new formatting rules for hazard labels and the deadline for relabelling after a classification change now apply from 1 January 2028.