Waste360
30 July 2026
How States Are Remapping the Future of Plastic Packaging
Why It Matters for ITAD
This regulatory development could affect compliance requirements for ITAD operators. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
The packaging industry is experiencing a watershed year in 2026. California has begun enforcing unprecedented Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mandates and is pushing new labeling laws, while many states have tightened recycled content (PCR) mandates, set EPR and PCR reporting deadlines, and/or banned certain packaging materials.
Key Takeaways
- • How States Are Remapping the Future of Plastic Packaging.
