Compostable Labels Now Need Proof Not Promises
A label claiming compostability used to need little more than the claim itself printed clearly. That has changed under EPR fee modulation and PPWR, both of which now expect verifiable evidence behind a compostability claim rather than the claim alone. For biodegradable labels specifically, that shift is turning marketing copy into a documentation requirement. This […]
How to Verify Compostability Claims on Biodegradable Labels to Avoid 2026 Greenwashing Penalties
Two enforcement frameworks converged in 2026 to make unsubstantiated compostability and biodegradability claims on packaging a material legal risk rather than a reputational one. The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), applying from 12 August 2026, restricts compostable packaging claims to formats that comply with recognised standards and bans claims on formats outside the […]
Proving Biodegradability: Evidence Standards for Label Claims
Claims that packaging or labels are “biodegradable” attract a high level of regulatory and enforcement attention in the UK. While the term is widely used, it is also frequently misunderstood and, in many cases, poorly substantiated. For regulators, the core issue is not intent but evidence. If a biodegradable claim cannot be supported by robust, […]
UK Regulators Signal Tougher Oversight of Biodegradable Claims as Confusion Grows
Biodegradable packaging continues to attract strong consumer interest, but the UK’s waste and regulatory bodies are increasingly warning that many of these claims do not reflect how materials behave in real-world conditions. As DEFRA prepares stronger rules for 2026 and the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) intensifies enforcement under the Green Claims Code, biodegradable labels […]
Will the Green Claims Code Affect Biodegradable Label Marketing?
Environmental messaging has become a powerful marketing tool, with many brands highlighting sustainability credentials directly on their packaging. In 2025, however, biodegradable label marketing is coming under closer scrutiny. The UK’s Green Claims Code, enforced by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), is placing new limits on what companies can say, how they say it, […]
Is Your Biodegradable Label Actually Breaking Down? How to Check
Biodegradable labels are marketed as a sustainable solution, but how do you know if they’re truly breaking down as promised? Claims can be misleading, and without proper verification, even well-meaning choices may have little environmental benefit. Here’s how to assess whether your label is genuinely biodegradable – and how to prove it. Understand the Certification […]