23/10/2026
Plastic Packaging Tax Changes – April 2027
New Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) rules will come into effect on 1st April 2027, changing how chemically recycled plastic is treated and removing pre-consumer plastic waste from eligible recycled content.
Businesses will be able to use an optional mass balance approach, provided their supply chain meets approved third-party certification requirements. Those using this method must retain relevant certificates, declarations and supporting records for six years.
Packaging containing at least 30% qualifying recycled plastic will remain exempt from PPT, but will still count towards the 10-tonne registration threshold.
Businesses should review their suppliers, packaging materials and record-keeping procedures now to prepare for the changes.