On February 10th from 9:00-11:00 AM, we invite you to a webinar dedicated to the practical implications of the PPWR regulation and PFAS issues for packaging manufacturers, processors, and end users. This event brings together leading experts from research institutes and industry representatives to jointly discuss the latest legislative changes and challenges related to analytics and compliance. During the meeting, we will also present innovative PFAS-free solutions relevant to the entire value chain. Participation in this webinar is an opportunity for your company to better prepare for upcoming requirements and gain reliable knowledge about the evolving regulatory landscape, which will enable building competitive advantage in the European market. The webinar is free and will be conducted in English.
Program
9:00–9:10 | Introduction – Jasmina Solecka (Natureef), Brecht Van Der Hoeven (Pack4Food) A short welcome and an explanation of why PFAS is a key topic within the BeFORE project, including the current regulatory and market context.
9:10–9:40 | PPWR & PFAS: Latest developments and what comes next – Brecht Van Der Hoeven (Pack4Food) An overview of the open questions surrounding PFAS in the PPWR, such as measurement methods, responsibilities across the value chain, and country-specific developments with a focus on Belgium.
9:40–10:20 | Developing traceable materials and reference methods for PFAS analysis: The EURAMET ScreenFood project – Christopher McElroy (LGC Group) A presentation of the ScreenFood project, covering the development of targeted and untargeted PFAS screening methods, creation of new reference materials, assessment of PFAS in commonly used materials, and upcoming interlaboratory comparisons.
10:20–10:50 | Development of bio-based PFAS-free barrier coatings for paper – Pieter Samyn (SIRRIS) Insights from the Biosuphyol project, focusing on innovative bio-based coatings designed to replace PFAS in water- and oil-resistant packaging applications.
10:50–11:00 | Laboratory services for PFAS and their alignment with PPWR requirements – Tomasz Trąd (SGS) An overview of available laboratory testing services related to PFAS and how these services support compliance with PPWR obligations.
Registration is required to participate in the webinar.
The BeFORE project “Impact of forming and packaging processes on innovative and recyclable, high-barrier packaging materials made of plastics and paper” is co-financed by the National Centre for Research and Development under the 37th CORNET initiative.
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