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A detailed guide to 2026 recycled plastics compliance: EU PPWR, Regulation 2022/1616, US state PCR mandates, UK PPT, and China’s new recycling standards explained.

With new expectations for product-level data in Europe and intensified scrutiny of textile imports in the United States, brands face a simple reality: cotton origin evidence must move as fast as fashion. Science-led verification is enabling teams to make confident decisions at pace, without compromising rigour in cotton traceability.

Eurofins Vietnam Laboratory earns ZDHC approval for Supplier to Zero Level 2, offering trusted ZDHC testing and verification for sustainable chemical management.

On 30 April 2025, CEN released EN 17681-1:2025, a substantial update to the PFAS testing standard that improves detection accuracy, especially for PFAS hidden within complex polymer structures.

The UK Parliament’s scrutiny on apparel cotton supply chains highlights the urgent need for cotton origin verification. Learn how transparent sourcing and verification tools can help businesses comply with growing regulations in the textile industry.

With the impending introduction of the EU’s Digital Product Passport (DPP), businesses are already seeking ways to ensure they meet the anticipated requirements for sustainability and environmental transparency.

The global compliance environment is becoming increasingly challenging, demanding businesses to adopt proactive strategies to mitigate risks and stay competitive.

Durability testing is more than just a technical assessment; it’s a key component of sustainable product development. As regulations push for greater transparency and accountability, durability becomes an essential factor in product design and marketing.

The EU has recently passed the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, mandating that all consumer products (excluding food, plants, and pharmaceuticals) comply with stringent new ecodesign requirements. Textile products are among the first product categories to be targeted.

Consumer products legislation news covering miscellaneous technical publications relating to environmental, plastics, packaging and waste.