OPRL RECYCLING LOGOS:
Defra has agreed with WRAP the use of the Recycle Now recycle mark on packaging. This agreement will apply to packaging only and means that those producers who are required to label their packaging can use this recycle mark. This will enable a single approach across the UK. Producers will be required to label packaging using the Recycle Now mark and relevant wording (recycle/do not recycle). Enhancements to labels (such as ‘in the UK’) will not be a regulatory requirement but advice will be included in guidance. It will be required that the packaging manufacturer provides packaging recyclability information to the distributor who sells unfilled packaging to small and micro businesses (or small and micro businesses when selling the packaging direct.
All packaging types (except for plastic films and flexibles) will be required to be labelled as ‘recycle’ or ‘do not recycle’ by 31 March 2026. Plastic films and flexibles will need to be labelled as ‘recycle’ or ‘do not recycle’ by 31 March 2027.
https://www.packagingnews.co.uk/news/oprl-welcomes-government-plans-on-recycling-labels-30-01-2023