Implementation tracker for the EmpCo Directive - Romania
17 Apr 2026
International
2 min read Comparable
- Has the EmpCo Directive been implemented into national law?
- Have official guidelines, FAQs or interpretative guidance been issued by competent authorities or consumer protection bodies regarding the application of the EmpCo Directive?
- Are there any national or regional EN ISO 14024 type I ecolabelling schemes that substantiate a generic environmental claim as they demonstrate “recognised excellent environmental performance”?
- Which sanctions and enforcement mechanisms are available or envisaged (e.g. administrative fines, prohibition orders, injunctions, market bans, civil enforcement actions)?
- Which authorities or institutions are competent for enforcement and supervision?
- Is there already specific case law on environmental claims and/or sustainability labels?
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1. Has the EmpCo Directive been implemented into national law?
No.
1.1 Has a draft implementing act already been published?
A draft law was initiated, however still in early stages of legal enactment process.
1.2 What is the expected timeline for transposition of the Directive?
2026/2027.
1.3 Are any provisions envisaged exceeding the minimum harmonisation requirements, or specific deviations? Please specify.
Up to date, no.
2. Have official guidelines, FAQs or interpretative guidance been issued by competent authorities or consumer protection bodies regarding the application of the EmpCo Directive?
Up to date, no.
3. Are there any national or regional EN ISO 14024 type I ecolabelling schemes that substantiate a generic environmental claim as they demonstrate “recognised excellent environmental performance”?
Up to date, no, except for certification bodies applying EN ISO 14024 type I ecolabelling.
4. Which sanctions and enforcement mechanisms are available or envisaged (e.g. administrative fines, prohibition orders, injunctions, market bans, civil enforcement actions)?
The current draft law generally envisages administrative fines, which may be also accompanied by prohibitions, bans or other enforcement actions as granted under consumer protection framework.
5. Which authorities or institutions are competent for enforcement and supervision?
The National Authority for Consumer Protection will be in charge as far as these rules are regarded.
6. Is there already specific case law on environmental claims and/or sustainability labels?
Up to date, no.
