Packaging Compliance in Transition: Expert Insights & Analysis

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Global packaging regulations continue to evolve – from the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) to new EPR schemes, recyclability mandates, and labeling requirements emerging worldwide.

Packaging Compliance in Transition: Guide Overview

Navigate complexity with confidence by mastering best practices for harmonizing packaging strategies in today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

This comprehensive guide distills the key insights from our expert-led webinar held in October 2025, ‘Navigating Global Packaging Regulations: Expert Insights and Analysis‘ into an essential roadmap to packaging compliance across the globe. Discover the latest updates and analysis across key markets to help your organization stay compliant and plan for the future.

This Guide Covers

• The European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
• Packaging Waste Disposal Information In Portugal
• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) In The United States
• California’s Recyclability Labeling: The Truth In Recycling Act (SB 343)
• Canada’s Federal Plastics Registry and Proposed Regulatory Framework
• Key Updates To The UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Scheme
• Draft Packaging Regulations In Saudi Arabia
• India’s Evolving Plastic Waste Management Rules
• Webinar Q&A: Real-world Questions on Packaging Compliance Answered

Authors

Rúan Doherty, Regulatory Compliance Analyst, Compliance & Risks

Rúan Doherty is a Regulatory Compliance Analyst with the Global Regulatory Compliance team. In her role, she monitors and analyses global regulatory developments across various industry sectors. Her work is concentrated on a number of key topics including Packaging, Single-use Plastics, and ESG Reporting.

Rúan holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws in International Human Rights Law.

Conor O’Donoghue, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks

Conor O’Donoghue is a Regulatory Compliance Specialist in the Global Regulatory Compliance Team within Compliance & Risks. He supports clients with their compliance obligations in relation to Packaging, RoHS and Anti-Bribery and Corruption.

Conor holds a Bachelors of Law and an LL.M. in Environmental and Natural Resources Law.

Freida Wueschner, Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Compliance & Risks

Freida is a Senior Global Regulatory Compliance Specialist at Compliance and Risks, with over ten years of experience in regulatory analysis within the electronics and textile industries. Since joining in 2014, she has gained extensive experience in global regulations for Packaging, Single-use plastics, and the Transport of Dangerous Goods.

Freida has a MSc in Environmental, Health and Safety Management and a BA in European Studies and German.