Brussels, 6 August 2026 – European Bioplastics welcomes the Italian decree- law introducing mandatory compostability requirements for selected packaging used for fresh fruit and vegetables, food service and catering, single food portions and hospitality. In accordance with the PPWR, Italy has made use of the flexibility provided under Article 9(2)(b) to require additional packaging [...]
European Bioplastics elects new Board to drive its next Phase: Recognition, Commitment, Trust and Scale Brussels, 27 May 2026 – European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association representing the interests of biobased, biodegradable and compostable plastics in Europe, has elected its new Board during its General Assembly on 27 May 2026. The new Board will guide [...]
Brussels, 2 April 2026 – European Bioplastics (EUBP) welcomes Italy's draft legislative proposal on certified industrial compostable packaging. EUBP considers the proposal a positive and pragmatic signal for the sector. At a time when the market needs more predictable policy direction, the draft helps provide greater legal certainty at a critical moment and sends [...]
Open the document European Bioplastics calls for the exemption of certified biodegradable plastics from the scope of the SUPD Key Messages: The evaluation of the SUPD should address unintended environmental and market effects. The SUPD should recognise the environmental benefits and innovation potential of certified biodegradable plastics. The definition of plastic in the [...]
Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Stefan Barot, President – Chemical Division (PLA), shares some interesting insights on the company. Stefan Barot, President – Chemical Division (PLA) 5 Facts about Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) is one of the largest [...]
Open the document Since its foundation in 1993, European Bioplastics (former IBAW) has been committed to the establishment of a legal and technical framework for supporting the introduction of bioplastics to the market. The association is the owner of the Seedling mark, which is protected by trademark law. This mark is widely acknowledged, and [...]
Open the document Bioplastics encompass a family of different materials that are biobased, biodegradable, or both. ‘Biobased’ means plastic wholly or partly derived from biomass. ‘Biodegradable’ refers to a biochemical metabolisation process during which micro-organisms available in the environment convert materials into natural substances such as water, carbon dioxide, and biomass. The purpose [...]
EU flags waving in front of European Parliament building. Brussels, Belgium Industrial compostable products certified to the harmonised European standard EN 13432 support better waste management by: helping separate biowaste collection, diverting waste from landfills and incineration, preventing misthrows of conventional plastics into compost, and feeding valuable biomass back into industry or fertilizers. [...]
Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Miriam Gallur Materials and Packaging Area Manager at ITENE, shares some interesting insights on the company. Miriam Gallur, Materials and Packaging Area Manager, ITENE 5 Facts about ITENE Research and development of bioplastics with new functionalities ITENE develops [...]
Open the document In the EU, materials intended to come into contact with food must comply with strict regulations. To ensure a high level of food safety in Europe, all food contact materials and articles (FCM&A) must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 (known as the Framework Regulation) on materials and articles intended to [...]
