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ESPR Implementing Regulation 2026/2 sets disclosure format for discarded unsold products
EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)European CommissionEU
Announced
Feb 10, 2026
Implementation
Mar 2, 2027
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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2 establishes a standardized format for disclosing information on discarded unsold consumer products under ESPR. Large enterprises must report the number, weight, and reasons for discarding products categorized by Combined Nomenclature (CN) codes, the proportion delivered to waste treatment operations, and measures taken to prevent destruction. A 5-year record-keeping requirement applies. Applies from March 2, 2027 for large enterprises; medium-sized enterprises from July 19, 2030; micro and small enterprises are exempt.
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ESPR Implementing Regulation 2026/2 sets disclosure format for discarded unsold products
) This document is an excerpt from the EUR-Lex website EU law EU case-law Official Journal National law and case-law Information Document 32026R0002 Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/2 of 9 February 2026 laying down rules for the application of Regulation (EU) 2024/1781 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the details and format for the disclosure of information on discarded unsold cons
ESPR Implementing Regulation 2026/2 sets disclosure format for discarded unsold products
ent * 3 min read © Annaspoka | Getty Images The European Commission today (Feb 9) adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to prevent the destruction of unsold apparel, clothing, accessories and footwear. The rules will help cut waste, reduce environmental damage and create a level playing field for companies embracing sustainable business models, allowing them to reap the b