Fact Check

Is there a new textile or garment labelling requirement from 17 October 2026 under the REACH microplastics restriction?

November 5, 2026 · 4 min read by

Aurore Theys

Claim

"From 17 October 2026, all textile and apparel products sold on the EU market must carry a new label informing consumers about microplastics under the REACH microplastics restriction."

Reality

False.

There is no general new textile or garment labelling requirement starting on 17 October 2026 under the REACH restriction on intentionally added...

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