Plasticizers Regulatory Update-Roscom Canada

  • Plasticizers Regulatory Update-Roscom Canada
  • Plasticizers Regulatory Update-Roscom Canada
  • Plasticizers Regulatory Update-Roscom Canada
  • What is the regulatory framework for plastic packaging & single-use plastics?
  • The paper outlines a regulatory framework for plastic packaging and certain single-use plastics that includes recycled content requirements and labelling rules for recyclability and compostability. It serves as an updated and more detailed overview of the regulatory approach the Government is proposing for the proposed regulations.
  • Would a federal plastics registry require plastic producers to register?
  • The proposed federal plastics registry would require plastics producers to register and report on plastics in the Canadian economy.
  • When will plastics regulations be published in Canada?
  • The public engagement period closed on March 14, 2022 and the proposed regulations will be published in the Canada Gazette, Part I, as early as Fall 2023, followed by a public comment period. Plastics regulation at the provincial/territorial level generally revolves around stewardship, recycling and waste disposal initiatives.
  • What are Canada's New Zero Plastic Waste initiatives?
  • On April 18, 2023, the Government of Canada published proposed measures in furtherance of its zero plastic waste agenda. Canada proposes three main initiatives: Labelling for recyclability and compostability for all consumer facing plastics. Mandatory minimum thresholds of recycled plastic in various categories of plastic packaging.
  • Will Canada ban plastics in 2022?
  • As evidenced by the legislative developments over the course of 2022, Canada has commenced the ban of certain single-use plastics and has it sights set on other plastic products for future regulation. There is also a trend across the country toward shifting the operational and financial responsibility of plastics recycling to producers.
  • Why do Canadians want a circular economy for plastic packaging?
  • Canadians are concerned about the impact of plastic waste and want concrete action to improve the recycling of plastics and prevent pollution. A circular economy for plastic packaging can only be achieved through cooperation between all levels of government, as well as with industry leaders.

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