WHAT IS THE
DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY?

A core component of the PPWR is the conformity of packaging.

Manufacturers must be able to demonstrate their compliance through technical documentation and a written Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for all packaging placed on the EU market.

These documents must clearly identify the packaging it refers to and confirm that it meets all the relevant requirements under articles 5 to 12 of the PPWR.

Key information required for each packaging type

• Substances in packaging
• Recycling performance
• Recycled material content (PCR) in plastic packaging
• Compostability suitability where applicable
• Reuse or refill system capability
• Empty space in the packaging
• Labelling (information on its material composition)

Data storage

After packaging is placed on the market, manufacturers are expected to keep records of technical data and DoC for the following periods:

• Single use packaging: 5 years
• Reusable packaging: 10 years