From Regulation to Control of Packaging Data

From Regulation to Control of Packaging Data

Packaging Data Beyond Compliance

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is accelerating the transition toward a circular packaging value chain. From August 2026 onwards, packaging that does not comply with the regulation can no longer be placed on the EU market. Additional requirements will be introduced in phases through to 2040.

This raises an important question: do you have sufficient insight into your packaging data?

Without complete and reliable data, it becomes difficult not only to comply with regulations but also to make informed decisions about sustainability, cost management, and product development.

At delaware, we help organizations bring structure to their packaging data. Together, we build a scalable data model that supports compliance while also improving processes and enabling better-informed decision-making.

This way, packaging data becomes more than a compliance requirement, it becomes a foundation for continuous improvement and growth.

A Rapidly Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Are you prepared for the PPWR requirements that come into effect on 12 August 2026?

PPWR, EPR, and PPT each introduce their own obligations, but they also create opportunities. While all three regulations relate to packaging, they differ in both purpose and approach.

What do these regulations mean in practice for your organization? And how will they shape your packaging strategy in the years ahead?

Discover the key differences.

Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

  • New European legislation that sets requirements for all packaging placed on the EU market.

  • Further harmonization of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes is expected under PPWR, for example through eco-modulated fees across all Member States.

  • The objective: a common framework for packaging throughout the EU, benefiting both Member States and businesses operating in the European market.


Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

  • Producers pay a contribution based on the amount of packaging they place on the market (for example, per tonne of packaging).

  • Responsibility for the collection and recycling of packaging waste lies with the producer, encouraging organizations to reduce waste at its source.

Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT)


  • A tax that specifically applies to plastic packaging that is manufactured or imported (for example, per tonne of plastic).
  • Its purpose is to encourage businesses to increase the use of recycled materials in their packaging.

How delaware helps with packaging data challenges

How can you prepare your organization for the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)? And how do you prevent packaging data from becoming a standalone compliance exercise?

delaware helps organizations approach PPWR in a structured way with targeted, technology-driven solutions. We work with your teams to make packaging data transparent, reliable and actionable from identifying obligations to reporting.

We look beyond regulation alone. From strategy to implementation, we help you become compliant while gaining better control over data, processes and decision-making.

Our packaging data services at a glance

PPWR impact & gap assessment

Understand your PPWR obligations by packaging material, format and market.

  • Packaging data & system assessment
    Assess data quality and system readiness for new legislation.

  • Packaging data management 
    Bring packaging data together in one place and manage, validate and scale it effectively.

  • System integration
    Connect data from ERP, PLM, suppliers and compliance tools so information flows automatically.

  • Tool selection & implementation
    Select and implement packaging data solutions that fit your IT landscape and ambitions.

  • Packaging data strategy & continuous improvement
    Build mature packaging data management step by step and stay prepared for future regulation.

Jacintha Verhoef

Lead CSR

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