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The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces new requirements, increased costs, and a push for alternative materials – but does not necessarily impose blanket bans.

The trade-e-bility EPREL online course highlights legal principles and practical requirements as well as typical testing procedures of market surveillance authorities. Courses are available immediately after booking: no delay!

New and increasingly complex requirements around Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), CE marking, product documentation, and labelling obligations are posing major challenges for producers, manufacturers, and importers placing products on the EU and UK markets. A lack of clarity regarding market roles, legal obligations, and country-specific differences can quickly lead to compliance risks and costly errors. The Interactive Lab: EPR & Product Compliance is designed to provide safe, efficient, and practical solutions to regulatory requirements.

In just 30 minutes, our expert consultant Magdalena Barylska will give you a clear and practical introduction to product compliance – covering everything from legal obligations to actionable next steps. All sessions are held online. They are ideal for beginners looking to reduce risk and save time.

e-systems has implemented a company-wide information security management system in accordance with ISO 27001.

"EPR under PPWR – What Will Change on August 12, 2026?" is the topic of our free online Compliance Talk on Friday, 20 February 2026, at 10 a.m. (CET) live with our expert Magdalena Barylska from take-e-way. Details: The role of the producer under the PPWR; What will change for transport packaging? When do I need an authorised representative? Packaging reporting. Feel free to recommend the Compliance Talk to your partners.

Conventional smartphones already present sellers and producers with a range of complex requirements, which have been further exacerbated by new eco-design, energy labelling and sustainability regulations. Foldable smartphones are also subject to these regulations and must meet a number of other important requirements. trade-e-bility supports you in staying up to date and complying with all legal obligations.