Guidance for recyclers or users of recycled materials

Published on February 12, 2024

In order to shift to sustainable consumption and production, all actors in the value chain need to know which legislation is applicable for each activity, including “end of waste” activities. This guidance is helpful for recyclers or manufacturers of recycled material to clarify legal requirements as well as strategies to sustainable circular economy. The guidance is also addressed to manufacturers or importers of products that contain recycled material.

A prerequisite for a circular economy is that articles are free from hazardous substances. This guidance is helpful for recyclers or manufacturers of recycled material to clarify legal requirements as well as strategies to sustainable circular economy. The guidance contains an overview of relevant legislation at different stages in the value chain of an article with advice on how to navigate. The guidance also provides strategic advice on how to work proactively in phasing out hazardous substances and obtaining content information. Information and traceability are essential for the safe use of recycled materials. For all actors in the supply chains, information about the chemical content and traceability is crucial to be able to produce safe products from recycled materials to a greater extent. Access to information is a prerequisite for well-founded and safe decisions to be made at various stages in the supply chain.