Break Free From Plastic and Forever Chemicals.

HB 882 requires packaging producers in North Carolina to reduce non-reusable packaging by 10% within two years and 40% by eight years, while ensuring 50% of packaging is recycled within five years and 90% by twelve years. It directly affects manufacturers and sellers of packaged goods sold in the state, mandating they join producer responsibility organizations to meet these targets. The bill also bans intentionally added PFAS (forever chemicals) in covered products and requires packaging to include a minimum amount of postconsumer recycled content. These requirements apply to all packaging used for products sold, offered for sale, or distributed in North Carolina, excluding medical packaging and long-term storage materials. The law aims to reduce plastic waste and toxic chemicals in the state's waste stream through measurable, time-bound producer obligations.