India, April 25 -- To ensure effective management and regulation, Parties are required to monitor and track the production, imports and exports of chemicals and polymers used in plastic production

Ongoing negotiations to combat plastic pollution emphasise transparency, tracking, monitoring and labelling as essential components of comprehensive strategies to enhance accountability and visibility throughout the plastic supply chain. The provisions outlined in these negotiations require Parties to disclose harmonised information on the chemical composition of plastics and plastic products, promoting informed decision-making on safe use, recycling and disposal. Traceability measures are mandated to track chemicals, polymers and plastic conte...