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Strategic Advisory Alert

Why 65% of North American Biocomposites Will Fail the August 2026 Mandate.

Date: November 30, 2025 | Subject: EU Market Access Risk

On August 12, 2026, Article 5 of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) enters full force. It does not just ban “intentionally added” PFAS; it enforces a hard cap on Total Organic Fluorine (TOF) at 50 ppm.

This creates an immediate market access failure for manufacturers relying on outdated risk assessment models.

    The Compliance Gap

    Forensic analysis confirms that legacy processing aids push North American exports 140% over the legal limit.

    Standard PLA Formulation
    120 ppm (TOF) 85%
    EU PPWR Limit (Aug 2026)
    50 ppm Max 35%

    Preliminary Forensic Analysis: Standard PLA/PHA formulations using fluorinated mold release agents routinely test between 60–120 ppm.

    Any material testing >50 ppm is legally classified as a contaminant.

    ADVISORY CONTENTS

    • The 'Red-Flag' Material Index (PLA/PHA/Starch Risk Analysis)
    • Vector B Analysis: Mitigating Mold Release Transfer
    • The Safe Vendor Index: EU-Compliant Additive Suppliers

    Our Analytics Crew

    Our analysts specialize in polymer physics and biocomposite engineering in affiliation with the University of Guelph. Our research focuses on the intersection of circular economics and material compliance.

    Our Data Sources & Methodology

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    This advisory is for informational and strategic planning purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Compoziq Intelligence assumes no liability for actions taken based on this data. Manufacturers should consult with their own legal counsel and certified testing laboratories for final compliance verification.