Films and coatings for circular packaging

This grant aims to promote innovative bio-based films and coatings for packaging, enhancing the performance, sustainability, and circularity of packaging products. Projects should demonstrate technologies at TRL 6 or above for food and non-food packaging, ensure compatibility with industrial processes, assess technical and circularity properties, apply ecodesign principles, and address end-of-life (EoL) alternatives like recycling or composting. Regulatory compatibility, market acceptance, and engagement of end users are required. The action is part of the EU's Circular Economy, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, and the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability.

AgencyHORIZON (EU)
RegionEU
CountryN/A
Legal formCompany, NGO, Government organization, Other
Start date23 Apr 2026
End date22 Sep 2026
Max funding7,000,000 EUR per project (expected 2 grants under this topic)
Budget170,760,699 EUR (annual 2026 budget for Call)
Coverage

See Horizon Europe rules: Typically up to 70% of eligible costs for Innovation Actions (IA), 100% for non-profit entities. Exact rates depend on applicant type and action.

Films and coatings for circular packaging • Easy.ee