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Simplify packaging data collection, accelerate compliance, and gain continuous visibility across your supply chain.

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Decathlon
Saint Gobain
PROCOS
Havi
Stokke
Coco Cola
Syngenta
Ablnbev
Lexmark
Bayer
Adama
TMS
SWM

PPWR Enforcement Starts August 2026,
Is Your Packaging Ready?

For procurement and supply chain risk teams, this means one thing: You must prove packaging compliance across every supplier tier and at any time.

Under PPWR, companies placing packaging on the EU market must demonstrate that:

  • PFAS levels meet legal thresholds
  • Substances of concern are controlled
  • Full material traceability exists
  • Technical documentation complies with Annex VIII
  • Non-compliant packaging is not placed on the market

Authorities can request evidence immediately.

Food packaging

Reduced manual compliance time (more time for real work)

Centralized evidence (ready for audit)

Reduced inspection response time (from weeks to hours)

Supply chain data that scales (reuse your data for other regulations)

Optchain Simplifies PPWR Compliance

Manual tracking, spreadsheets, and PDF declarations are not sufficient for PPWR compliance.

Optchain enables you to:

  • Collect packaging data across multi-tier supply chain, directly integrated with your internal systems
  • Identify and structure applicable items
  • Share compliance documents and evidence trail across multiple sites and business partners
  • Automatically flag non-compliant packaging before shipment
  • Centralize your PPWR compliance documents in one place

all without disrupting validated processes, supplier onboarding, or reformulation cycles.

Optchain for PPWR Live

Get a 30-minute, personalized walk-through of the Optchain platform and PPWR module. See how you can save time, reduce supplier friction and stay audit-ready, at scale.

What you'll see in a demo

  • Easily map your supply chain (items & suppliers)
  • Get up to 3× faster supplier onboarding with a smart, guided portal
  • Detect PPWR risk & compliance gaps
  • Collaborate & share data across stakeholders and tiers
  • Track, report & future-proof your compliance across PPWR & beyond
Optchain supply chain visibility dashboard
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Why Generic Compliance Tools Fail

In many global supply chains, systems operate within organizational boundaries and do not extend across borders, sites, and supplier tiers.

PPWR requires a control layer embedded directly into your packaging supply chain, connecting products, sites, and suppliers beyond organizational boundaries.

Optchain is built to deliver that level of control.

Your Compliance In 5 Steps With Optchain

1

Map Your Packaging Supply Chain

Create a single, controlled view of your packaging ecosystem.

2

Set Up Compliance Triggers

Translate PPWR requirements into automated, enforceable system rules.

3

Engage Suppliers & Collect Data

No spreadsheets. No email chasing. Full traceability.

4

Validate Compliance & Generate Reports

Evaluate thresholds, identify non-compliant packaging, and maintain audit-ready technical documentation.

5

Monitor Compliance Continuously

Supplier declaration status
Regulatory updates
Packaging changes

PPWR module dashboard
PPWR Compliance Checklist

Download the PPWR Compliance Checklist to quickly assess:

  • PFAS exposure across food-contact packaging
  • Supplier declaration gaps
  • Documentation readiness (Annex VIII)
  • Multi-tier traceability risks
  • Market access vulnerabilities

Built for procurement and supply chain risk teams.

Optchain risk management dashboard

Optchain: a single, scalable data foundation that goes beyond PPWR

Optchain provides one cross-border compliance workspace - built on a data foundation embedded into your supply chain.

This foundation connects your products, suppliers, sites and flows, enabling hassle-free PPWR compliance and data reusability across different conformity requirements (such as AGEC, REACH/ROHS, DPP).

Strategic Partnership

Benefit from a comprehensive PPWR compliance solution strengthened by strategic partnerships. Our platform brings together the expertise of consulting firms, regulatory specialists, and industry partners to provide a centralized and reliable approach to PPWR compliance.

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PPWR FAQ (2026)

1. What is PPWR and when does it apply?

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR – Regulation EU 2025/40) introduces harmonized rules for packaging placed on the EU market.

Starting August 12, 2026, companies must ensure that packaging — especially food-contact packaging — complies with substance restrictions such as PFAS thresholds and is supported by complete technical documentation.

Non-compliant packaging cannot legally be placed on the EU market.

2. Who is responsible under PPWR and what is your role?

Under PPWR (Regulation EU 2025/40), responsibility is defined based on your economic operator role in the supply chain.

Your obligations depend on whether you act as:

  • Manufacturer (producing or having packaging manufactured under your name)
  • Importer (placing packaging from outside the EU on the EU market)
  • Distributor
  • Authorized Representative
  • Brand Owner placing packaging on the EU market

Regardless of sourcing structure, the company that places packaging on the EU market under its name or trademark retains legal responsibility for compliance.

3. What are the PFAS requirements under PPWR?

PPWR restricts PFAS in food-contact packaging materials.

Companies must demonstrate that packaging:

  • Does not exceed 25 ppb for individual PFAS
  • Does not exceed 250 ppb for total PFAS
  • Meets additional regulatory thresholds where applicable

Evidence must be supported by structured supplier declarations and technical documentation.

4. Does PPWR apply to all types of packaging?

PPWR applies to packaging placed on the EU market, including:

  • Primary packaging
  • Secondary packaging
  • Tertiary (transport) packaging

Certain substance restrictions (such as PFAS) specifically apply to food-contact packaging.

Applicability must be assessed at the packaging item level — not at company level.

5. Does Optchain replace existing ERP or PLM systems?

No.

Optchain integrates with your existing supply chain ecosystem, including:

  • ERP
  • PLM
  • Supplier portals
  • Quality management systems

It adds a structured compliance control layer without disrupting validated processes.

6. Is Optchain suitable for regulated industries like Pharma and Food?

Yes.

Optchain is designed for regulated sectors requiring:

  • Multi-tier traceability
  • Structured supplier documentation
  • Audit-readiness
  • Validated processes
  • Controlled change management

Not only Optchain is built upon Optel’s 35+ years of traceability expertise in pharma, but it also aligns with highly regulated operational environments.

7. How long does it take to implement PPWR control with Optchain?

Implementation timelines depend on:

  • Number of packaging SKUs
  • Supplier complexity
  • Data maturity
  • Internal governance structure

Most organizations can begin structured PPWR control within weeks and scale progressively across packaging portfolios.