What does the Understanding EU Regulations course cover?

This course explains key EU regulations affecting UK businesses, including CBAM, DPP, ESPR, PPWR, EUDR, CE marking and product conformity responsibilities.

CBAM is the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, an EU measure that affects certain goods and creates reporting and compliance responsibilities for affected businesses.

What is the Digital Product Passport?

The Digital Product Passport is part of the EU’s wider product and sustainability framework and is designed to improve product information, traceability and regulatory transparency.

Do UK businesses still need to understand CE marking?

Yes. If goods are being placed on the EU market, CE marking and associated conformity requirements may still apply depending on the product.

Why do EU regulations matter for UK exporters and manufacturers?

These regulations affect whether goods can be sold or supplied into EU markets and influence product, packaging, documentation and compliance responsibilities.

Will this course help us prepare for upcoming EU requirements?

Yes. The course is designed to help businesses understand what is changing and what they should be preparing for now.

Understanding EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)

Q: Who is this course suitable for?

It is suitable for UK businesses placing goods on the EU market, including manufacturers, importers, exporters, distributors and compliance teams.

Q: Can this course be delivered privately for our team?

Yes. Contact us for group or private training pricing and we will recommend the most effective format for your team.

Understand EU Packaging Rules, Build a Compliant DoC & Stay Audit-Ready — Master PPWR With Confidence

Practical EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) training covering scope, Technical Documentation, Declarations of Conformity and audit readiness — so your business can meet its packaging compliance obligations when selling into or supplying the EU.

Format: Live, interactive online training via Zoom, with Q&A and practical exercises

Duration: 90 minutes

£105 + VAT per delegate
Includes course materials and 30 minutes of free Helpdesk time for follow-up questions after the session (new customers only).

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Outcome-led: Leave able to identify which PPWR requirements apply to your packaging and build a correct Declaration of Conformity
Risk reduction: Reduce the risk of non-compliant packaging documentation and unprepared audits
Support available: Training or expert support with Technical Documentation, DoCs and PPWR compliance

Why This PPWR Course Matters Now

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) introduces new obligations for businesses placing packaging on the EU market, with requirements taking effect from 12 August 2026. For UK manufacturers selling into the EU, and UK suppliers supporting customers who do, this means understanding which Articles apply to specific packaging, what a compliant Technical Documentation file and Declaration of Conformity must contain, and how to stay audit-ready. This course helps businesses work out what applies to them, using the EU's own My Trade Assistant tool, and leave with the knowledge to build compliant documentation rather than relying on unverified templates.

What You Will Learn

Identify which PPWR Articles (5–12) apply to a given piece of packaging
Use My Trade Assistant to confirm packaging requirements for a specific commodity code and EU destination market
Identify what a Technical Documentation file must contain under Annex VII
State what a Declaration of Conformity must contain under Annex VIII
Apply an audit-readiness checklist, including retention periods and keeping your DoC continuously updated
Understand what's needed whether you're preparing your own DoC or supporting a customer's

Need Practical Support?

If you would prefer expert support alongside PPWR training, these are the most relevant next steps:

Compliance Healthchecks & Audit — practical support reviewing your packaging documentation and audit readiness
Help Desk — support for PPWR questions and packaging compliance queries
Customs Declarations – Export & Import Services — support where customs and regulatory responsibilities overlap in EU supply chains

Not sure which route is best? Talk to a Compliance Specialist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Understanding PPWR course cover?

This course explains the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, including scope, Technical Documentation requirements, Declarations of Conformity, and how to stay audit-ready.

Who is this course suitable for?

It is suitable for UK manufacturers and packaging suppliers selling into or supporting sales into the EU, including those preparing their own Declaration of Conformity and those supporting customers who need one.

When does PPWR take effect?

Key requirements under Regulation (EU) 2025/40 took effect from 12 August 2026.

What is a Declaration of Conformity under PPWR?

A Declaration of Conformity is a document confirming that packaging meets PPWR requirements, with specific content set out under Annex VIII of the regulation.

What is Technical Documentation under PPWR?

Technical Documentation is the supporting file demonstrating how packaging meets PPWR requirements, with specific content set out under Annex VII of the regulation.

Do I need to prepare a DoC myself, or can a supplier do this for me?

This depends on your role in the supply chain. The course covers what's needed whether you're preparing your own documentation or supporting a customer who needs to.

Can this course be delivered privately for our team?

Yes. Contact us for group or bespoke training pricing and we'll recommend the most effective format for your team.

Will this course help us prepare for a PPWR audit?

Yes. The course includes a practical audit-readiness checklist, covering retention periods and keeping your documentation continuously updated.

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£105 + VAT per delegate
90 minutes • Live online via Zoom
Includes course materials + 15 mins Helpdesk follow-up.