{"id":11072,"date":"2023-11-08T12:30:16","date_gmt":"2023-11-08T11:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interzero.pl\/blog\/did-you-know-that-glitter-has-been-banned-in-the-eu\/"},"modified":"2025-03-05T15:19:36","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T14:19:36","slug":"did-you-know-that-glitter-has-been-banned-in-the-eu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interzero.pl\/en\/blog\/did-you-know-that-glitter-has-been-banned-in-the-eu\/","title":{"rendered":"Did you know that glitter has been banned in the EU?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that glitter has been banned in the EU?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The European Union announced a ban on products containing microplastics. The ban on the sale of loose glitter entered into force on October 15, 2023, initially valid only in Germany, but it is planned to be extended to the entire European Union. The new regulations prohibit not only makeup products, but also many other products containing glitter. This initiative aims to counter the negative effects of microplastics on the environment and human health. Makeup, lip and nail products will gradually be subject to the new rules; glitter present in rinse-off products will be available until October 16, 2027, and in leave-on products until October 16, 2029. In 2030, synthetic polymer microparticles used to encapsulate fragrances will be banned. In 2031, the ban will cover granules filling synthetic surfaces in sports facilities. Ultimately, in 2035, the ban will be extended to lipsticks, nail polishes and makeup products.<\/p>\n

This decision is part of the European Union's strategy in the fight against pollution and in the process of ecological transition. The European Commission explains that the new regulations are intended to prevent the release of approximately half a million tons of microplastics into the environment. Even though glitter makes up a relatively small part of total pollution, its elimination is of paramount importance. Virginijus Sinkevi\u010dius, Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries argues that a ban on the intentional addition of microplastics responds to serious concerns about the environment and human health. Sinkevi\u010dius points out that these materials are already present in nature, as well as in food and drinking water.<\/p>\n

The ban does not cover glitter made of biodegradable, organic or water-soluble materials.<\/p>\n

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