PPWR 2026: What the PFAS Ban Means for Baking Paper Suppliers

The European Union has officially adopted the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Starting from August 2026, food contact packaging that contains PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) will no longer be allowed on the EU market. This regulatory shift is reshaping the global supply chain for parchment paper and other food packaging materials.

For importers, distributors, and brand owners, choosing the right supplier is now directly linked to compliance and market access.

 

Why PFAS Are Being Banned?

PFAS have long been used in food packaging for their grease- and water-resistant properties. 

In daily life, some disposable food packaging often uses materials containing PFAS, such as certain fast-food wrappers, microwave popcorn bags, and grease-resistant bakery papers.

 However, more and more countries are restricting or banning their use due to health and environmental concerns. For example, both Europe and the United States are phasing them out. This makes PFAS-free baking paper an essential and sustainable choice for professional buyers.

European Union: PFAS restrictions under PPWR take effect in 2026.

United States: A nationwide ban on PFAS in food packaging has been in effect since February 2024.

This means that exporters to both markets must ensure that their products are PFAS-free to avoid compliance risks and potential rejections at customs.

Impact on the Baking Paper Industry

Traditional baking paper often relied on fluorine-based coatings for grease resistance. Under the new regulations, these products will no longer be accepted in the EU and US markets.

Importers who continue to purchase PFAS-containing parchment paper risk:

Shipment rejection at the border

Liability issues with downstream partners

Reputational damage from non-compliance

Silicone-Coated Parchment Paper: A Compliant Solution

Unlike fluorine-based coatings, silicone is not a PFAS. Our double-sided silicone-coated baking paper provides excellent non-stick and grease-resistant performance while remaining fully compliant with EU and US requirements.

Key advantages:

PFAS-free by design: Made with food-grade silicone, not fluorinated chemicals.

Certified food contact safety: Tested by SGS against EU 1935/2004 and FDA 21 CFR standards.

Future-proof: Already aligned with EU PPWR 2026 and the US FDA PFAS ban.

Versatile applications: Widely used in baking, cooking, food packaging, and industrial kitchens.

For buyers, this means no extra compliance burden—our silicone parchment paper is ready for both current and upcoming regulations.

To support customers, we can supply: SGS test reports verifying food contact safety

This document ensures smooth audits and customs clearance for importers and distributors.

The upcoming PFAS ban under EU PPWR (2026) and the already effective US ban (2024) are driving a major shift in the food packaging industry. For importers and brand owners, securing a reliable PFAS-free parchment paper supplier is not only a matter of quality, but also of compliance.

At Zhengzhou Eming Aluminium Industry Co., Ltd., our double-sided silicone-coated baking paper offers a safe, compliant, and sustainable alternative to traditional PFAS-coated products.

Contact us today:

Email: inquiry@emingfoil.com

Website: www.emfoilpaper.com

WhatsApp: +86 17729770866