{"id":8894,"date":"2026-08-19T11:14:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T09:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/garburg.de\/?page_id=8894"},"modified":"2026-08-19T11:16:15","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T09:16:15","slug":"ppwr-compliance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/garburg.de\/en\/about-us\/ppwr-compliance\/","title":{"rendered":"PPWR Compliance for Labels, Thermal Transfer Ribbons, and Packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lh92fh9b-ffe530f2d4a523b65c2fc394bdf00a64\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lh92fh9b-ffe530f2d4a523b65c2fc394bdf00a64{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lh92fh9b-ffe530f2d4a523b65c2fc394bdf00a64 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lh92fh9b-ffe530f2d4a523b65c2fc394bdf00a64 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lh92fh9b-ffe530f2d4a523b65c2fc394bdf00a64 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >PPWR Compliance for Labels, Thermal Transfer Ribbons, and Packaging<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-cjtmdl-45dc0ae66f5fcc6dffa1f34e4c3a75bd hr-default  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-msx5zbt3-000d390082027064a5af4ab17c4dd647 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1>EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR): Requirements for Labels &amp; Thermal Transfer Ribbons<\/h1>\n<p>The EU Packaging Regulation (EU) 2025\/40 on packaging and packaging waste, known as the PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation), establishes a uniform European legal framework for packaging and packaging waste. The goal of the regulation is to reduce packaging waste, improve the recyclability of packaging, and make the use of resources within the European Union more sustainable.<\/p>\n<p>This creates new requirements for companies that manufacture, distribute, or use packaging. Labels, adhesives, printing inks, thermal transfer ribbons, and other packaging components can also play an important role in the assessment of packaging.<\/p>\n<p>As a manufacturer and supplier of labeling and identification solutions, we support our customers with up-to-date product information and documentation. On this page, you will find information on the PPWR compliance of our labels and thermal transfer ribbons, as well as on relevant topics such as REACH, PFAS, heavy metals, recycled content, and recyclability.<\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8870 \" src=\"https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-1030x687.png\" alt=\"PPWR-Konformitaet Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen\" width=\"619\" height=\"413\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-1030x687.png 1030w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-1500x1000.png 1500w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-705x470.png 705w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-450x300.png 450w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17-500x333.png 500w, https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PPWR-Konformitaet-Etiketten_Thermotransferfolien_Transportverpackungen-17.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 619px) 100vw, 619px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>PPWR Compliance for Labels and Labeling Solutions<\/h2>\n<p>Labels are often an integral part of packaging and must therefore be taken into account in the overall assessment of the packaging. The label material alone is not the only decisive factor. Factors such as adhesive, printing ink, label size, backing material, and the specific type of packaging can also influence the recyclability of the finished packaging.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a self-adhesive label on a plastic bottle places different demands on recycling processes than a label on cardboard packaging. A blanket statement regarding the recyclability of a single label is therefore not sufficient in every application. Rather, the interaction of all packaging components used must be considered.<\/p>\n<p>Our customer information helps you understand how the materials we supply fit into this context.<\/p>\n<h2>REACH, PFAS, and Heavy Metals<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the requirements of the PPWR, other regulatory and material-related information is important for many companies. For our blank labels and thermal transfer ribbons, we therefore provide an up-to-date REACH, PFAS, and heavy metals confirmation document that includes PPWR customer information.<\/p>\n<p>The document contains information on important regulatory and material-related aspects of our products. These include, among others:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>REACH compliance<\/li>\n<li>Information on PFAS<\/li>\n<li>Details on heavy metals<\/li>\n<li>Thermal transfer ink and adhesive<\/li>\n<li>Recycled content in relation to the PPWR<\/li>\n<li>Labels on bottles and cardboard packaging<\/li>\n<li>Assessment of the recyclability of the overall packaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This provides companies with a centralized information base for internal assessments, customer documentation, and communication within their supply chain.<\/p>\n<h2>Recyclability of Labels and Packaging<\/h2>\n<p>The recyclability of packaging is a central component of the PPWR. When conducting an assessment, packaging should always be considered as a complete system. A label may be just one of several components in this system.<\/p>\n<p>Material combinations, adhesives, coatings, and printing inks can affect how well individual materials can be separated and recycled in the respective recycling process. Therefore, the specific application is crucial.<\/p>\n<p>Our PPWR customer information helps you compile relevant product information for evaluating your individual packaging solution. However, the final assessment of a complete packaging\u2019s PPWR compliance must always take into account all components used and the intended use.<\/p>\n<h2>Download the Latest PPWR Customer Information<\/h2>\n<p>We provide our customers with the latest REACH, PFAS, and heavy metal compliance statements, along with PPWR customer information, as a PDF. This document compiles key information about our blank labels and thermal transfer ribbons and can be used for internal documentation as well as for sharing relevant product information.<\/p>\n<p>Document: INFO-PPWR-2026-001<br \/>\nVersion: 1.2<br \/>\nDate: July 22, 2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-3o2ry1-5a6552b6b9544df01e1cc60c8506ea8c hr-default  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_button '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-mg6nci91-a5b2afb45d4be3532a673434ab4129b0-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_hr '><a href='https:\/\/garburg.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/INFO-PPWR-2026-001_EN.pdf'  class='avia-button av-mg6nci91-a5b2afb45d4be3532a673434ab4129b0 av-link-btn avia-icon_select-yes-left-icon avia-size-small avia-position-center avia-color-theme-color'   aria-label=\"Download REACH, PFAS, AND HEAVY METAL CERTIFICATION WITH PPWR CUSTOMER INFORMATION regarding blank labels and thermal transfer ribbon in accordance with the REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907\/2006 and Regulation (EU) 2025\/40 (PPWR)\"><span class='avia_button_icon avia_button_icon_left avia-svg-icon avia-font-svg_entypo-fontello' data-av_svg_icon='down-circled' data-av_iconset='svg_entypo-fontello'><svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"29\" height=\"32\" viewBox=\"0 0 29 32\" preserveAspectRatio=\"xMidYMid meet\" aria-labelledby='av-svg-title-1' aria-describedby='av-svg-desc-1' role=\"graphics-symbol\">\n<title id='av-svg-title-1'>Down-circled<\/title>\n<desc id='av-svg-desc-1'>Down-circled<\/desc>\n<path d=\"M14.72 1.28q6.080 0 10.4 4.32t4.32 10.4-4.32 10.4-10.4 4.32-10.4-4.32-4.32-10.4 4.32-10.4 10.4-4.32zM14.72 27.52q4.736 0 8.128-3.392t3.392-8.128q0-4.8-3.392-8.16t-8.128-3.36-8.128 3.36-3.392 8.16q0 4.736 3.392 8.128t8.128 3.392zM17.6 9.792v6.592h3.584l-6.464 6.080-6.464-6.080h3.584v-6.592h5.76z\"><\/path>\n<\/svg><\/span><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Download REACH, PFAS, AND HEAVY METAL CERTIFICATION WITH PPWR CUSTOMER INFORMATION regarding blank labels and thermal transfer ribbon in accordance with the REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907\/2006 and Regulation (EU) 2025\/40 (PPWR)<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div  class='hr av-2r35bd-00381ccbd9bd47b34093f5d2a1102877 hr-default  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_button  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-2s4nmh-09e0791d12e231b44c4884202d3c3a8d '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Current Status of the PPWR<\/h2>\n<p>The regulatory and technical requirements of the PPWR will be further refined in the coming years. This applies, among other things, to specific calculation methods and technical requirements.<\/p>\n<p>The information and explanations we provide therefore reflect the status of information and the date of publication as indicated in the respective documents.<\/p>\n<p>We are monitoring further developments and will update our information and supporting documentation as needed.<\/p>\n<h2>Do you have questions about labels and packaging compliance?<\/h2>\n<p>Requirements may vary depending on the material and design of the specific packaging.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019d be happy to help you select the right label material, adhesive, and thermal transfer ribbon for your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='hr av-46xcyh-ad72ccd46d3457e6b0886c5238ccf747 hr-default  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-msx5wl4s-24d86415e60dde4fbef4b10947327e11 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Transport and Shipping Packaging<\/h2>\n<p>We provide an EU Declaration of Conformity in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2025\/40 (PPWR) for our corrugated cardboard transport packaging.<\/p>\n<p>The declaration covers our defined box variants as well as the closure and feature options used.<\/p>\n<p>Among other things, it documents the assessment regarding:<\/p>\n<p>Substance restrictions<br \/>\nPFAS and REACH<br \/>\nHeavy metals<br \/>\nRecyclability<br \/>\nMinimum recycled content<br \/>\nPackaging minimization<\/p>\n<h3>EU Declaration of Conformity \u2013 Transport Packaging<\/h3>\n<p>Version: 2.0<br \/>\nEffective: July 16, 2026<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-msx7o3be-b995fd3a5fc2658cf68179f91ab4664f-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_textblock  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