France Law relating to consumer information on the environmental qualities and characteristics of waste-generating products (AGEC)
Governmental Agency: French Government
Jurisdiction: France
Ref no: Decree No. 2022-748
Status: ADOPTED
Decree No. 2022-748 is related to providing consumers with information about the environmental qualities and characteristics of products that generate waste. It applies to producers, importers, distributors, or other market players of waste-generating products, including clothing and textiles, intended for consumers. It outlines the obligations for obligated players to provide specific information to consumers, such as recyclability, presence of hazardous substances, and use of renewable resources.
The decree also sets out a progressive implementation timeline based on annual turnover and units of products placed on the market. Notably, it prohibits the use of environmental claims like 'biodegradable' or 'environmentally friendly' on product packaging and requires the electronic availability of environmental information for consumers at the point of purchase.
This legislation aims to enhance transparency and empower consumers to make informed choices based on the environmental impact of the products they purchase.
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The law places the responsibility of textile producers, importers, and other market participants to provide information on the environmental qualities and characteristics of textile products, as well as information on incentives and financial contributions related to these products.
This means that not only will those obligated need to provide this information, but they will need to implement systems to gather this data, and ensure that what is reported to consumers is accurate way.
This will likely necessitate supply chain mapping & due diligence, as well as the implementation of robust reporting mechanisms.
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The decree was adopted on April 29, 2022. The law’s implementation is expected to undergo a voluntary labeling phase in 2024, before becoming mandatory in 2025.
