• The European packaging and recycling industry is calling for recycled material to originate from Europe
• The measure is linked to upcoming mandatory recycled content targets
• The objective is to protect EU recycling capacities

• The European packaging and recycling industry is calling for the introduction of a “Made in Europe” rule for recycled plastic content used in products
• The proposal aims to ensure that recycled material used to meet regulatory targets comes from recycling facilities located in Europe
• This request comes in the context of upcoming requirements regarding minimum recycled content in packaging
• Industry representatives warn that, without such a rule, imported recycled materials from outside the European Union could replace domestic production
• At the same time, the European recycling sector is facing economic pressure, with some facilities operating below capacity
• These discussions take place alongside the implementation process of the new European legislation on packaging and packaging waste