Why Packaging Recycling Compliance Matters?
Legal background
Affixing recycling symbols on packaging is mandatory in some EU countries. Not providing such information results in non-compliance. Different countries apply their local requirements to regulate the sorting information to be display on labels and packaging. Some countries where providing recycling instructions is mandatory are France, Italy, and Spain.
Failing to comply can result in:
- Products being blocked at customs or pulled from shelves.
- Fines and administrative penalties for incorrect or missing information.
- Costly relabelling and redistribution of products.
- Damage to your brand’s reputation and perceived sustainability.
- Non-compliance with environmental claims rules.
Our services
How Obelis Ensures European Recycling Symbol Compliance
Obelis provides you with the necessary tools to affix recycling symbols on your packaging. Covering different territories, our field of expertise is not limited to countries where displaying recycling instructions is mandatory. Especially if you sell mainly online and have no local economic operator to guide you, our support is crucial to verify compliance with the packaging and recycling provisions. Our experts also guide you on avoiding misleading environmental claims and keep you updated through COSlaw.eu on changing national rules and the upcoming EU Packaging Regulation. With Obelis, you gain peace of mind knowing your labels are market-ready, compliant, and aligned with both regulatory and sustainability standards.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Recycling symbols on cosmetic packaging provide consumers with clear instructions on how to dispose of packaging responsibly, supporting recycling efforts and environmental protection. In the some EU countries, displaying the correct symbols is legally required to ensure compliance with national regulations, avoid customs issues, and reinforce your brand’s commitment to sustainability.
The specific recycling symbols required vary by EU country. For example, France mandates the Triman logo, while Italy, Spain, and others have their own national disposal icons. As EU packaging regulations evolve toward harmonization, it’s essential to display the correct, country-specific symbols to meet legal requirements and avoid penalties.
Obelis guides you through the complex landscape of national recycling symbol requirements, identifying which icons and disposal instructions your products need in each target market. We review your packaging artwork for both cosmetic labelling and environmental compliance, help you avoid misleading claims, and keep you updated on regulatory changes via COSlaw.eu. This ensures your packaging is fully compliant and market-ready.
Our experts conduct a thorough dual review of your packaging artwork, verifying cosmetic labelling elements alongside national recycling symbol requirements. We provide actionable feedback on necessary adjustments, guide the correct placement of recycling icons, and advise on environmental claims. Throughout, we keep you informed on regulatory updates to maintain ongoing compliance and market access.
