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Global StrategyApril 25, 20263 min read

The 108-Day Supply Chain Buffer: Securing Q4 Inventory for the EU PPWR

A strategic briefing on securing your luxury supply chain and Q4 inventory ahead of the 108-day PPWR deadline.

The Countdown is Real

We are officially 108 days away from the August 12, 2026 deadline for the EU PPWR. For luxury houses, this is the final window to secure their Q4 and Holiday 2026 inventory. If your packaging is not compliant by August, your most valuable shipments risk being held at the border.

The Logistics Logjam

As the industry enters June and July, global production slots for compliant fiber packaging will be at capacity. Smart procurement teams are building a 108-Day Buffer now—ensuring their structural audits and volume adjustments are completed and verified by Muge today.

De-Risking the Golden Quarter

Don't let regulatory friction stop your biggest sales period. Audit your void space ratios (Article 24) and material streams today to ensure a seamless transition for the most important 100 days of the retail calendar.

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