GB/T 21302-2026 General Rule for Plastic Composite Films and Bags for Packaging Officially Released

On July 30, 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation and the Standardization Administration of China issued GB/T 21302-2026 *General Rule for Plastic Composite Films and Bags for Packaging*. The new standard will be officially implemented on February 1, 2027, providing updated guidelines for the production and inspection of plastic flexible packaging industry.

2026-10-13

New National Standard Released | GB/T 21302-2026 General Rules of Plastic Laminated Films and Pouches for Packaging

On 30 July 2026, the State Administration for Market Regulation and the Standardization Administration of China officially released GB/T 21302-2026, *General Rules of Plastic Laminated Films and Pouches for Packaging*. Administered by the China National Light Industry Council and managed by the National Technical Committee TC48 on Plastic Products Standardization, the standard will **take effect on 1 February 2027**, **fully replacing the current GB/T 21302-2007 edition.

2026-09-17

Action Plan for Promoting Recycled Materials Released, Bringing New Green Opportunities for Plastic Packaging Industry

China’s National Development and Reform Commission has issued the *Action Plan for Promoting Recycled Materials*. Plastic packaging is listed as a key application sector for recycled materials. Medium‑ and long‑term industry targets are defined to boost large‑scale adoption of recycled plastics, which significantly impacts domestic flexible packaging manufacturers and foreign‑trade exports.

2026-08-28

UK Launches Consultation on Plastic Packaging Tax Reform – Mandatory Third-Party Recycled Plastic Certification to Take Effect in April 2027

In May 2026, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) launched a public consultation on reforms to the UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT). The proposed policy changes are scheduled to come into force in April 2027, bringing far-reaching compliance adjustments to manufacturers exporting plastic packaging bags and flexible plastic packaging to the United Kingdom.

2026-08-18