The Spanish legal framework on packaging and packaging waste that entered into force in December 2022 substantially modified the regulation of packaging and packaging waste in an effort to implement a circular economy in Spain. Most of the obligations have already entered into force. However, certain marking and information obligations will enter into force on 1 January 2025.

The Spanish Registry of Food Contracts has become fully operative on 30 June 2023, which means that, as of that date, operators are obliged to register all food contracts concluded with primary producers, as well as their amendments.