EU Ecolabel

EU JRC Launches Consultation on EU Ecolabel Indoor Cleaning Services Criteria Revision

The European Commission has initiated the revision of EU Ecolabel criteria for indoor cleaning services, with stakeholder consultations running through May 2026 and finalization targeted for Q2 2027. Businesses should evaluate the draft technical reports to anticipate shifts in chemical restrictions and service standards that will dictate future eligibility for green public procurement and sustainable service contracts.

9 Apr 2026, 10:33susproc.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU JRC Schedules First Meeting and Consultation for Indoor Cleaning Services EU Ecolabel Criteria Revision

The EU JRC has initiated the revision of EU Ecolabel criteria for indoor cleaning services, scheduling the first technical meeting and stakeholder consultation for April and May 2026. Companies should review the draft technical reports to anticipate stricter chemical restrictions and environmental performance standards that will define market leadership in the cleaning sector through 2027.

6 Apr 2026, 19:59susproc.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU JRC Updates Product Groups List With New ESPR and Batteries Projects

The EU JRC has updated its product group priorities, signaling upcoming technical requirements for repairability, circularity, and battery design under the ESPR and Batteries Regulation. These workstreams will shape the specific ecodesign and removability standards that will determine future market access and product design requirements across multiple sectors.

3 Apr 2026, 18:07susproc.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU JRC Launches 3rd-Milestone Consultation On Textile Products Under ESPR

The EU has opened a critical consultation on ecodesign requirements for textiles, setting the stage for mandatory sustainability and circularity standards under ESPR. Businesses must engage now to influence the technical criteria and Digital Product Passport (DPP) parameters that will determine future market access and compliance costs in the European textile market.

25 Mar 2026, 16:30susproc.jrc.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Corrects EU Ecolabel White Pigment Threshold in Decorative Paints Criteria (Decision (EU) 2025/2607)

The European Commission issued a corrigendum to Decision (EU) 2025/2607, correcting the white pigment threshold for wet-scrub-resistance testing exemptions in decorative paints. Manufacturers must ensure technical dossiers reflect the clarified '< 25.0 g/m²' limit to maintain Ecolabel certification and avoid unnecessary durability testing requirements.

2 Mar 2026, 09:24eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Webinar On EU Ecolabel For Tourist Accommodation Services

The European Commission is outlining the technical roadmap and policy integration for the EU Ecolabel for tourist accommodation ahead of new EU sustainability-labelling rules. This signals a shift toward using the Ecolabel as a primary compliance tool for green claims, requiring hospitality operators to align environmental performance with evolving EU Sustainable Tourism standards.

23 Feb 2026, 18:33environment.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Latvia Adopts Greenwashing and Durability Amendments to Unfair Commercial Practices Rules

Latvia has finalized the transposition of EU Directive 2024/825, introducing strict bans on greenwashing and misleading durability claims effective September 2026. Companies must now validate all environmental marketing and product longevity disclosures against new certification and substantiation standards to ensure compliance in the Latvian market.

16 Feb 2026, 19:12likumi.lvLatvia

France Senate Committee Publishes EU Law Adaptation Bill No. 348 Text

France is advancing an omnibus bill to align national law with EU regulations on product safety, green claims, and internal market resilience, with key measures taking effect throughout 2026. Businesses face stricter bans on unsupported environmental claims and new emergency conformity procedures for industrial machinery and crisis-relevant products.

12 Feb 2026, 18:39senat.frFranceEuropean Union

EU JRC Final Technical Report On Revision Of EU Ecolabel Criteria For Decorative Paints And Related Products

The EU Joint Research Centre has finalized the technical basis for updated EU Ecolabel criteria covering decorative paints, performance coatings, and water-based aerosol sprays. Manufacturers must prepare for stricter environmental and performance standards to maintain or acquire Ecolabel certification, signaling a shift toward more rigorous sustainability benchmarks in the coatings sector.

24 Jan 2026, 15:14op.europa.euEuropean Union

European Commission Publishes EU Ecolabel User Manual And Application Package For Paints And Varnishes

The European Commission has released a comprehensive application package and user manual to operationalize EU Ecolabel criteria for paints and varnishes. Manufacturers should use these standardized templates and testing protocols to streamline certification and validate compliance with strict hazardous substance and VOC emission limits.

17 Jan 2026, 18:00environment.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Extends EU Ecolabel Criteria Validity for Textiles, Mattresses, Furniture, Footwear and Floor Coverings

The EU has extended the validity of current Ecolabel criteria for textiles, footwear, furniture, floor coverings, and mattresses until 2028–2030. This extension ensures regulatory continuity while the Commission aligns Ecolabel standards with forthcoming Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) requirements.

7 Jan 2026, 09:08eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

Lithuania Adopts Amendments to Unfair Commercial Practices Law to Implement Directive (EU) 2024/825

Lithuania has adopted Law No. XV-577 to implement EU rules against greenwashing and unfair commercial practices, effective September 27, 2026. Businesses must validate all environmental claims, sustainability labels, and product durability disclosures to avoid sanctions for misleading marketing or planned obsolescence.

24 Dec 2025, 11:11e-tar.ltLithuania

EU Commission Decision 2025/2607 Establishes EU Ecolabel Criteria for Decorative and Performance Paints and Water-Based Aerosol Sprays

EU Decision 2025/2607 introduces updated Ecolabel criteria for paints and coatings, tightening chemical restrictions and performance standards effective December 2025. Companies must conduct rigorous formulation audits and supply chain reviews—specifically for PFAS, microplastics, and titanium dioxide—to retain or obtain this high-visibility sustainability certification.

23 Dec 2025, 18:33eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

European Commission Issues Q&A on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (EU) 2024/825

The European Commission has issued implementation guidance for the Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (ECGT) Directive, which takes effect in September 2026. Companies must urgently audit B2C environmental claims, phase out "carbon neutral" labels based on offsetting, and ensure sustainability logos meet strict new verification standards.

22 Dec 2025, 09:33commission.europa.euEuropean Union

Commission Decision C(2025) 8879: Revised EU Ecolabel Criteria for Paints and Varnishes

The European Commission adopted revised EU Ecolabel criteria for paints and varnishes in December 2025, significantly tightening restrictions on hazardous substances and VOCs. Companies must audit formulations against new limits for isothiazolinones and titanium dioxide to retain market differentiation through the EU’s premier voluntary sustainability mark.

17 Dec 2025, 19:14ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Chem Trust Guidance on Harmful Chemicals on Black Friday

NGO guidance highlights persistent chemical risks in consumer goods sold via e-commerce, specifically targeting PFAS and phthalates in textiles and toys. Businesses should anticipate heightened scrutiny of online supply chains and increased pressure for stricter enforcement of EU chemical safety standards on non-EU retailers.

20 Nov 2025, 13:48chemtrust.orgEuropean Union

ECHA Adds DBDPE to REACH Candidate List as a Substance of Very High Concern

ECHA has added the flame retardant DBDPE to the REACH Candidate List as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC). This triggers immediate supply chain communication and SCIP notification duties, signaling a clear regulatory path toward future restrictions or authorization for affected plastics and textiles.

6 Nov 2025, 10:20echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Ecolabel Introduces Certification for Animal Care Products

The EU Ecolabel has officially expanded into the pet care market, awarding its first certification for animal shampoo based on rigorous environmental and chemical safety criteria. This development establishes a new benchmark for sustainable product differentiation in the EU, signaling a shift toward standardized "green" requirements for the animal care sector.

2 Oct 2025, 15:16environment.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Commentary: Drylock Leverages EU Ecolabel for Sustainable Business Growth

The European Commission is highlighting the EU Ecolabel as a strategic tool for hygiene product manufacturers to drive market growth and ensure regulatory resilience. Companies should leverage voluntary certifications to proactively align with tightening green claims legislation and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

7 Sept 2025, 23:00environment.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Updates to EU Chemicals Legislation Finder – June 2025

ECHA's June 2025 EUCLEF update revises substance lists and regulatory profiles across six key frameworks, including pesticides, medical devices, and construction products. Operators must verify updated hazardous substance restrictions to ensure continued market access and compliance with evolving safety and environmental standards.

3 Jul 2025, 07:19echa.europa.euEuropean Union