The European Union has introduced new regulations targeting packaging waste and so-called forever chemicals, and while the changes will be phased in over years, some small sellers have already halted shipments because of the added bureaucracy. The rules aim to reduce the environmental impact of packaging and restrict certain chemical substances. Although the measures are being introduced gradually, the immediate compliance burden has led some smaller businesses to pause their deliveries rather than risk non-compliance. The full scope of the rules and their timeline were not detailed in the announcement, but the move signals a tightening of regulations around packaging materials and chemical safety across the bloc.