What is BS EN 13428 – Prevention of packaging waste about?
In the packaging design process, during which prevention by source reduction is considered, the analysis of each of the requirements will impact on the overall specification of the packaging.
BS EN 13428 specifies a procedure for assessment of packaging to ensure that the weight and/or volume of its material content is at the minimum commensurate with the maintenance of functionality throughout the supply and user chain, safety and hygiene for both product and user/consumer and acceptability of the packed product to the user/consumer.
BS EN 13428 also specifies the methodology and procedure for determining the presence of the four heavy metals named in article 11 of the packaging and packaging waste Directive and for determining the presence and minimisation of any dangerous substances or preparations if they are present in packaging and are likely to be released into the environment as a result of waste management operations.
Who is BS EN 13428 - Prevention of packaging waste for?
BS EN 13428 on the prevention of packaging waste is useful for:
- Packaging products manufacturers
- Goods packaging and distribution companies
- Packaging regulatory authorities
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 13428 - Prevention of packaging waste?
The purpose of packaging is the containment, protection, handling, delivery and presentation of products. A major role is the prevention of product damage and/or product waste. Reduction of packaging at the source is one of several options for reducing the amount of used packaging for final disposal. In order to save resources and minimise waste, the whole system in which the packaging takes part should be optimised.
BS EN 13428 provides you with requirements for the manufacturing and composition of packaging. BS EN 13428 amplifies these requirements with respect to the reduction of packaging at the source and the minimisation of dangerous substances or preparations as they may arise from waste management operations.
BS EN 13428 also provides you with a framework within which this and four other standards may be used together to support a claim that packaging is in compliance with the essential requirements for packaging to be placed on the market as required by the Directive.
BS EN 13428 guidelines help you in the assessment of adequate minimum weight/volume of packaging and assessment process for prevention of packaging waste by source reduction.
