Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) – Unlocking opportunities under the Australia-EU FTA: Packaging Compliance for Exporters – VIRTUAL
Europe is introducing significant new packaging and sustainability requirements that will affect companies exporting packaged products to the region.
Through the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and related circular economy initiatives, the European Union is implementing new obligations covering:
- packaging design
- recyclability
- labelling
- recycled content
- waste reporting
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
This webinar will help you understand what is changing, when the requirements will take effect, and the practical steps needed to prepare for compliance and maintain market access to Europe.
You’ll hear directly from European and Australian experts on the regulatory landscape, implementation timelines and real-world business implications.
The Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement is expected to improve trading conditions between Australia and Europe. However, understanding and navigating non-tariff barriers, such as regulatory requirements for packaging compliance, will remain essential for exporters to succeed in the market.
Key topics
- EU packaging requirements and what’s changing
- Implementation timeline and compliance obligations
- Implications for Australian exporters
- FTA context: navigating a key non-tariff barrier
- Commercial opportunities and next steps
Who it’s for
- Australian food and beverage exporters
- Australian consumer goods, fashion, personal care manufacturers
- Australian medical device exporters
- Export-ready businesses considering Europe
- Existing exporters, associations and officials seeking to understand future compliance requirements