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Bakeries and confectioneries face three expectations in 2026: ensure freshness, prove food-grade compliance, be PPWR-compliant. We show which packaging materials are suitable for which baked goods — and what really...
Mono-material is the mantra of the PPWR. But what really happens when a ziplock bag ends up in the yellow bin? NIR sensors, sorting units, recyclate classes — the path...
Since 1 January 2025, manufacturers and importers in Germany have paid a levy on single-use plastic packaging. €0.80/kg sounds small — but with large volumes it quickly becomes a six-figure...
Aluminium composite bags have the best aroma barrier — but are no longer PPWR-compliant from 2030. We show 5 alternatives: metallised mono-PE, EVOH barrier layer, standard mono-PE, kraft paper with...
The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) enters into force in stages from 2030. We explain the three central obligations: mono-material, recyclate quotas, recyclability. Plus a concrete migration timeline for manufacturers and...
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