European Commission DG SANTE publishes SCoPAFF Working Group handout on implementation of recycled plastics FCM rules (Reg. (EU) 2022/1616)

European Commission (DG SANTE) published a handout for the Working Group of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed (SCoPAFF) on Food Contact Materials (meeting 29–30 January 2026). The document provides implementation-status updates and practical clarifications relevant to compliance with the recycled plastic food contact materials regime under Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, which is a specific measure adopted under the EU Food Contact Materials Framework Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Topics include the Recycling Register/IT system rollout (FFSPM/FIP and planned ESFC tool structuring), Member State audits/controls under Article 26 of Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, status of PET recycling authorisation decisions, and discussion of recent corrections to Regulation (EU) 2022/1616 (Commission Regulation (EU) 2025/2269). Compliance teams using recycled plastics should monitor the operational timelines and documentation/registration expectations described, as these affect market access and audit readiness.