OBJECTIVE: to harmonize the marking of packaging in order to provide consumers with clear and
precise information enabling them to contribute to the attainment of the objectives of Directive
94/62/EC on packaging and packaging waste.
SUBSTANCE: the proposal for a Directive introduces a conformity assessment procedure to ensure
a coherent application of Directive 94/62/EC by manufacturers and to avoid internal market
problems in the future. The marking system proposed will be applied on a voluntary basis.
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