Decree (2021:996) on disposable products.
Country
Type of law
Regulation
Abstract
The present Decree of the Ministry of the Environment seeks to reduce waste production and to promote a circular economy. Disposable products are defined as non-recycled products, and plastic disposable products as those consisting wholly or partially of plastic. The Decree contains 34 sections divided in the following headings: (i) Content; (2) Additional provisions in other regulations; (3) Definitions; (4) Prohibition to place certain disposable plastic products on the Swedish market; (5) Prohibition on the use of confetti; (6) Obligation to offer servings in reusable packaging; (7) Target for reduced consumption; (8) Labeling and other information to consumers; (9) Monitoring decreased consumption; (10) Reporting; (11) Supervision; (12) Sanctions; and (13) Authorization to issue enforcement regulations. The Decree establishes a target of reducing the use of disposable mugs and food packaging made of plastic by 50 percent in 2026 in comparison to 2022.
Attached files
Web site
Date of text
Entry into force notes
Certain provisions of this Decree enter into force on 1 January 2024.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Förordning (2021:996) om engångsprodukter.
Implements