Version 7 was released on 28.10.2024, and audits must be conducted according to the new standard version from 28.04.2025.

The standard, originally developed in 2001, aims to protect consumers and standardize criteria for packaging production.

Scope:

Packaging of food, hygiene-sensitive consumer goods (including cosmetics), raw materials and other consumer goods

Objectives:

     – meeting the needs of retailers and brand owners to avoid supplier audits

     – better understanding of the diversity of the packaging industry and customer needs

     – encourage greater transparency and traceability

     – develop production processes using standard requirements

Basic pillars:

     - safety

     - quality

     - legality

     - authenticity