ESPR, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation provides the framework for more sustainable and circular products.
The EN 18031-series of standards will soon be harmonised and then provide a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements in Article 3(3) of the RED 2014/53/EU and Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/30 on cybersecurity.
The PFHxA restriction enters into force on 10 October 2024, taking effect after transitional periods between 18 months and 5 years.
The main driver of deforestation and forest degradation is the expansion of agricultural land, which is linked to the production of seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood; and some of their derived products, such as leather or furniture.
Overall, around 145,000 tonnes of microplastics are estimated to be used in the EU each year. And 42,000 tonnes of these microplastics end up in the environment from products intentionally containing them. The largest contribution with up to 16,000 tonnes is made by granules from artificial turf pitches.
There are many directives and regulations that address product compliance. Still it is practically impossible to cover all risks for all consumer products. The solution is a broad-based legislation to fill possible gaps and to complement existing and future legislation.
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) aims to change that by ensuring that a wide range of products and services are accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities.
PPE are products worn or held by a person for protection against one or more risks to that person's health or safety. Proper classification is important as it determines the conformity assessment procedures, involvement of Notified Bodies and marking of the products.
For more than 10 years, there were many initiatives and efforts to bring about a common charger. The common charger has a universal connector (port) to charge many electronic devices regardless of their brand, it is convenient for consumers and reduces waste.
FMR SQUARE was founded by a group of industry and consulting experts, each with more than 10 years of experience in product regulation, technical compliance management and legal advice.
On March 12, 2024, Denmark introduced a new law that will impose new obligations on packaging producers starting from 2025. While requirements existed previously for producers of beverage packaging, as of 2025, the EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) will be extended to cover all types of packaging.
The French government has made circular economy and supply chain transparency related aspects around non-food consumer goods a high priority. They don’t want to wait on various EU initiatives, they want to make progress now, and significantly.
Stop Illegal timber
The main driver of deforestation and forest degradation is the expansion of agricultural land, which is linked to the production of seven commodities: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya, and wood; and some of their derived products, such as leather or furniture.
UKCA marking is a similar provision as the CE marking, however applicable for UK laws and the UK market.
EPR compliance is a prerequisite for gaining market access, ensuring that you can offer and distribute products in compliance with regulations.