Compostable derogation check

Assess whether your packaging falls within the mandatory compostable scope under PPWR Article 9, Regulation (EU) 2025/40.

Estimates only, not legal advice

672

days until Art. 9 enters into force

12 February 2028, Regulation (EU) 2025/40

Select the category that describes your packaging. Art. 9(1) lists formats that must be compostable by 12 Feb 2028.

Mandatory: Art. 9(1)

Member State option: Art. 9(2)

Full text: Art. 9(1): packaging that shall be compostable (confirm against this list)

From 12 February 2028, the following packaging shall be compostable:

adhesive labels affixed to fruit and vegetables
permeable bags for tea, coffee or other beverages
soft single-serve units for tea, coffee or other similar products that are disposed of together with the product

Indicative only: you confirm how your packaging maps to Art. 9; this is not certification. Not legal advice.

Select a packaging format above to continue.

Source: Regulation (EU) 2025/40. EUR-Lex →
Last verified: 2026-04-02. Effective date for Art. 9(1) listed formats: 12 February 2028.