European Union — July 19 — rule already applicable.

The prohibition on destroying certain unsold consumer products, as provided for in Article 25 of the Regulation (EU) 2024/1781, now applies to large companies. It primarily covers the clothing, accessories, and footwear listed in Annex VII. Micro and small businesses remain exempt; medium-sized businesses will be subject to the regulation starting in 2030. Impact: Organize the reuse, donation, resale, or recycling of the relevant inventory and document these practices.