With the entry into application of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (EU) 2025/40 (hereinafter “PPWR”), packaging specification changes will be implemented as described below.
1. To comply with the European packaging regulation (PPWR), the following markings will be added to the packaging boxes.
・Location:
Printing on the primary and secondary packaging boxes, or, affixing a new label
・Items to be marked:
(1) Registered trademark or company name:
added only if not already shown on the current packaging
(2) Manufacturer information:
DoC registration information and EU Authorised Representative information
(via QR code or printed text)
(3) Packaging identifier
2. The impact of the change points arising from the new markings added to the packaging boxes was verified using the table below. We confirmed that there is no adverse impact.
| Change | Potential Risk | Assessment Result |
|---|---|---|
| Addition of printing on corrugated cardboard and packaging boxes | Possible reduction in box strength | Printing is applied to the liner surface only and has no impact on the corrugation structure, transport performance, or product characteristics |
| Addition of QR code on new labels | Risk of unintended scanning | The indication "EU Only" is displayed above the QR code to clearly guide operators |
| Use of inks for markings | Presence of restricted substances | Existing inks are unchanged; any newly introduced inks will be verified for compliance with applicable PPWR requirements prior to use. |
3. Date of Change
Natural switchover from factory shipments on or after September 1, 2026
(For Tajima site products only, natural switchover from shipments on or after August 3, 2026).
(For Tajima site products only, natural switchover from shipments on or after August 3, 2026).