Environmental Regulations Push Packaging Industry Toward Green Chemistry

The EU’s REACH regulation and similar frameworks globally are restricting the use of phthalates, bisphenol A, and certain perfluorinated compounds in food and drug contact materials. Packaging producers are reformulating adhesives, coatings, and inks to comply. Water‑based varnishes and solvent‑free laminations are becoming standard. Moreover, extended producer responsibility schemes require brands to finance recycling infrastructure. This regulatory landscape accelerates innovation in fully recyclable mono‑material liners and mineral‑oil‑free printing processes, benefiting both environment and public health.