Where the regulation applies
The regulation covers packaging and closures placed on the market as finished products, subject to specified exclusions. Packaging made by the producer of the packaged goods during production requires a separate check of how the regulation's requirements apply.
What the regulation covers
Assessment covers hygiene safety, mechanical strength, leak tightness and chemical resistance according to the packaging material and intended use. Requirements also address safe handling, material identification and disposal information.
Examples of products and facilities
- plastic bottles and jars
- glass containers
- metal cans
- cardboard boxes
- paper and plastic bags
- sacks
- caps and stoppers
These examples are indicative. Applicability depends on intended use, specifications and the regulation’s exclusions.
Documentation we help prepare
PLANCK helps identify the packaging group and product-contact conditions, and prepare samples, material descriptions and marking for testing and declaration.
What to prepare
- Technical description and intended use
- The key parameters listed above
- Models, manufacturer and applicant details
- Existing conformity evidence
What you receive
A requirements matrix for your product: scope, assessment route, necessary evidence and next actions.
Sources & regulatory basis
Regulatory basis checked:
Timing & cost
Quoted after reviewing models, manufacturers, testing scope, site visits and translation needs. The proposal separates the stages and their deliverables.