Can the EU Ban on Destroying Unsold Goods Actually Work?

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Companies from luxury groups to high-street giants are rethinking what to do with unsold goods in the EU as its ban on destroying excess inventory takes effect. Critics say loopholes in the rules could cause problems.

Pile clothes at end of life.

The European Union's long-expected ban on the destruction of unsold goods came into effect on July 19, 2026. (Getty Images)

On July 19, the European Union’s long-expected

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