France Delays Polystyrene Packaging Ban to 2030 Amid EU Regulations Shake-Up – What It Means for Manufacturers

The Ministry of Ecological Transition postpones the 2025 polystyrene ban to 2030, aligning with future European regulations.

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European legislation on packaging eco-design and waste is expected to be enforced by 2030, with recyclability as a key focus.

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French law, through the Climate and Resilience Law, originally targeted polystyrene packaging bans starting in 2025.

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The delay comes amid ongoing challenges in achieving polystyrene packaging recyclability.

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Lawmakers will amend the Environmental Code to reflect the updated EU timeline.

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Zero Waste France condemned the postponement as compromising public health.

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Producers welcome the extension, citing that recycling technology for certain packaging is not fully developed.

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Several plastic packaging sites in France have closed due to evolving regulations.

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The AGEC law already prohibits expanded polystyrene food containers and beverage bottles.

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Parliament must adjust French law to prevent the risk of over-transposition regarding EU packaging standards.

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