Joint letter – Restrict hazardous substances in the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

HEAL among many other organisations call for the negotiators of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation to reach an agreement on a robust approach to address substances of concern in packaging materials in the ongoing discussions, keeping in mind to maintain the ambition of the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability. In particular the organisations call for the introduction of restrictions in the cases of significant risks to human health or the environment with wording aligned with the ESPR, and to especially introduce bans on PFAS and BPA in packaging.

Find the full letter here.