The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (FoC) provides PPWR compliance testing to support manufacturers, importers, and packaging suppliers in meeting the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation establishes new standards for packaging sustainability, chemical safety, recyclability, and recycled content to advance the EU’s Circular Economy Act. We deliver precise analytical testing and technical guidance to help clients evaluate packaging materials, demonstrate compliance, and access European markets.
What Testing Is Needed to Meet PPWR Requirements?
PPWR compliance typically requires accredited laboratory testing to confirm that packaging materials meet chemical restrictions, environmental performance criteria, and sustainability requirements. Testing needs vary by material, application, and market, so a tailored compliance strategy is essential. Restricted substance screening is central to PPWR compliance, which limits the quantities of forever chemicals and various heavy metals.
How Our PPWR Compliance Testing Services Support Your Business
Our technicians collaborate with manufacturers to develop testing programs tailored to each packaging system and regulatory objective. We provide clear communication, responsive service, and reliable analytical data to support product development and regulatory submissions. Whether you require material characterization, chemical analysis, or compliance verification, our laboratory simplifies complex requirements and helps minimize regulatory risk. We support PPWR compliance through chemical screening for the following:
- Cadmium (Cd),
- Lead (Pb)
- Mercury (Hg)
- PFAS
- Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI))
We analyze a wide range of packaging materials for consumer and industrial products. Each testing program is customized to the packaging’s composition, intended use, and PPWR requirements. Our team provides practical testing solutions for conventional plastics, paperboard, recycled materials, multilayer structures, and food-contact packaging to address evolving European regulations and support successful product launches.
When Does PPWR Go into Effect?
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation became law on February 11, 2025, initiating an 18-month transition period for businesses to align their packaging with the new requirements. On August 12, 2026, the transition period ends, and the regulation’s primary compliance obligations become enforceable across the European Union.
Contact Us
Call +1 (888) 287-5227 or submit a web request to discuss a customized PPWR compliance testing program or to learn how we can help your products meet European regulatory requirements.
