EU Commission opens consultation on bio-based feedstock in plastic packaging

The European Commission launched a public consultation on 21 October 2026 on the role of bio-based plastics in packaging policy, running until 13 January 2027. Conducted under Article 8 of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation and the EU Bioeconomy Strategic Framework, it will inform a possible assessment of demand measures, targets and sustainability requirements for bio-based feedstock, which could lead to a legislative proposal.

Why this mattersA future EU framework or targets for bio-based feedstock would reshape sourcing and investment decisions across plastic packaging producers and converters.

• Consultation launched 21 October 2026, open until 13 January 2027
• Conducted under Article 8 of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation and the EU Bioeconomy Strategic Framework
• Open to manufacturers, converters, raw-material suppliers, bio-based plastics producers, recyclers, brand owners and retailers
• Aims to assess market demand measures, targets and possible sustainability requirements for bio-based feedstock
• Feedback may lead to a legislative proposal establishing a framework for bio-based feedstock in plastic packaging

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