European Bioplastics represents the interests of the bioplastics industry and is committed to building and strengthening a supportive policy environment in the EU for biobased, biodegradable and compostable plastics to thrive.
Relevant EU policies
Representing the interests of the entire value-chain of biobased, recyclable, and biodegradable/compostable materials and products, European Bioplastics (EUBP) proactively contributes to ongoing discussions and works closely with the EU institutions to ensure a fit for purpose legislative framework in Europe for bioplastics to thrive in.

The fate of compostable plastics in post-consumer recycling streams
EUBP publishes positions on PPWR and proposes amendments
BIOnTop novel biobased packaging: From research to market? Meet the experts, explore business opportunities
Innovations on Sustainable Materials for Textiles, Coatings, Films and other Wide Use Applications

What are bioplastics?
Bioplastics are not just one single material. They comprise of a whole family of materials with different properties and applications. According to European Bioplastics, a plastic material is defined as a bioplastic if it is either biobased, biodegradable, or features both properties.