This new eco-modulation related to the recyclability of Clothing, Household Linen, and Footwear (CHF) establishes two types of penalties:
- Penalty for the presence of metal-plastif fibers:
A metal-plastic fiber (also known as metallized fiber) is a synthetic fiber with a metallic appearance. It may consist of one or more metallic filaments (e.g., aluminum) coated with a layer of plastic film (e.g., polyester) and reinforced with other fibers (e.g., polyamide). It is often used in fabrics to create shiny or textured effects.
Examples (non-exhaustive): Lurex®. - Penalty for the presence of electrical or electronic components (EEE): (excluding component(s) whose function is to inform about traceability and/or product composition information, and which do not contain batteries or accumulators).
Examples (non-exhaustive): LED lights, heating devices, pedometers, etc.
Exclusion example: RFID chips.
The penalty amount is specified by product line in the corresponding classification system. It applies as soon as a metal-plastic fiber and/or an electrical or electronic device is present in the product. To identify your products subject to penalties, we recommend consulting your product managers, who can provide precise details on the composition of your marketed items.