Key dates
- 19 Nov 2025Commission proposal published
- 28 Apr 2026Second trilogue ends without agreement
- 16 Jun 2026European Parliament endorses the agreed text
- 24 Jul 2026Publication in the Official Journal
- 27 Jul 2026Entry into force
- 2 Dec 2026New prohibitions and legacy marking transition end
- 2 Dec 2027Annex III obligations apply
- 2 Aug 2028Annex I obligations apply
