Legislative Decree 8 November 2021, n. 196. Implementation of Directive (EU) 2019/904, of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 June 2019 on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment.

Subject

Environment gen., Food & nutrition, Waste & hazardous substances

Keyword

Data collection/reporting Pollution control Protection of environment Public health Recycling/reuse Subsidy/incentive Sustainable development Sustainable use Ecofriendly products/ecofriendly processes Beverages Food quality control/food safety Hygiene/sanitary procedures Packaging/labelling Organic waste Waste disposal Waste management Waste prevention

Geographical area

Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe

Abstract

This decree, which applies to disposable plastic products, referred to in the Annex, to oxo-degradable plastic products, as well as to fishing gear containing plastic, brings measures aimed at preventing and reduce the incidence of certain plastic products on the environment, in particular the aquatic environment, and on human health, as well as promoting the transition to a circular economy with business models, innovative and sustainable products and materials, contributing in this way to the reduction of waste production, the correct functioning of the market and promoting responsible behavior with respect to the correct management of plastic waste. This decree also contains measures aimed at promoting the use of recycled plastic suitable for the direct food contact in beverage bottles.

Full text

Italian

Website

www.gazzettaufficiale.it

References - Legislation

Implements

Directive (EU) 2019/904 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment.

Legislation | European Union | 2019

Keyword: Pollution control, Waste prevention, Waste management, Recycling/reuse, Polluter pays principle, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX