Detergents Regulation (EU) 2026/405in-force
Regulation (EU) 2026/405 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 February 2026 on detergents and surfactants, and repealing Regulation (EC) No 648/2004
32026R0405
Applies from 2027-03-01
Summary
New Detergents Regulation (EU) 2026/405: replaces Regulation (EC) No 648/2004. Updates surfactant biodegradability requirements, digital labelling (QR code), extended producer responsibilities for detergent packaging, and aligns with CLP/GPSR. Repeals 648/2004 (transitional provisions apply).
Scope
Applies to detergents and surfactants placed on the EU market, replacing (EC) 648/2004 (repeal with transition period).
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