The implementation of the EU carbon label system: pet food packaging needs to be marked with carbon emissions throughout the life cycle
Recently, the EU officially implemented a carbon label system, requiring pet food packaging to be marked with full life cycle carbon emission data. This move aims to promote green consumption and help carbon neutrality targets. This article will combine popular topics and structured data across the entire network for the past 10 days to deeply analyze the impact of this policy and industry response.
1. Policy background and core requirements
The EU Carbon Labeling System (PEFCR) will be implemented from July 1, 2023, covering six major industries including pet food and textiles. Among them, pet food packaging must clearly mark the full life cycle carbon emissions from raw material collection, production, transportation to waste treatment (unit: kg CO₂e).
| stage | Carbon emission proportion | Main influencing factors |
|---|---|---|
| Raw material production | 45%-60% | Source of animal feed, packaging materials |
| Processing and manufacturing | 20%-30% | Energy type, process efficiency |
| Shipping and delivery | 10%-15% | Transportation distance, cold chain use |
| Disposal | 5%-10% | Packaging biodegradability |
2. Industry impact analysis
According to statistics from the European Federation of Pet Food Industry (FEDIAF), the new regulations affect more than 2,000 related companies. Some companies have made arrangements in advance:
| Company Name | Response measures | Carbon reduction target (2030) |
|---|---|---|
| Nestle Prena | Use plant-based packaging instead | Reduce carbon emissions by 40% |
| Mars Royal | Establish a carbon traceability system | Carbon neutrality in the entire series |
III. Consumer survey data
The latest YouGov poll shows that EU consumers' awareness of carbon labels has increased significantly:
| nation | Support carbon label ratio | Wish to premium for low-carbon products |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | 78% | 15%-20% |
| France | 72% | 10%-18% |
| Italy | 65% | 8%-12% |
4. Controversy and Challenge
Although the policy has received support from environmental protection organizations, small and medium-sized enterprises generally report that they face three major problems:
1.High testing cost: The carbon footprint certification fee for a single product is about 20,000 to 50,000 euros
2.Difficult to collect data: The carbon emission data upstream of the supply chain is opaque
3.Standard differentiation: The carbon label system with the United States, Japan and other countries has not yet been recognized
5. Future trend forecast
Experts believe that the policy will accelerate three major changes:
•Technological innovation: The market size of bio-based packaging materials is expected to reach 3.2 billion euros in 2025 (CAGR 12.3%)
•Business model: Carbon points trading may become a new growth point in the pet industry
•Global spread: China, Brazil and other major exporting countries have launched a pilot program of carbon labels
The EU's policy marks the extension of carbon control from the industrial field to the consumer goods field, and its demonstration effect may trigger a global chain reaction. Enterprises need to build a carbon accounting system as soon as possible and incorporate environmental costs into strategic decision-making in order to gain the initiative in the wave of green economy.
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