Brussels, May 2025 – The European Union's Green Deal 2025 has officially come into force, mandating carbon-neutral certification for all automotive filters sold in EU member states. This sweeping regulation requires manufacturers to provide full lifecycle emissions data—from raw material sourcing to end-of-life recycling—or face strict import restrictions and potential fines of up to 4% of annual turnover.

Key Impacts:

1. Surge in Bio-Based Filter Media

Demand for hemp cellulose, coconut fiber, and PLA-based filter media has skyrocketed by 70% (Frost & Sullivan, Q1 2025).

Leading automakers (Volkswagen, Volvo, Stellantis) now require suppliers to use at least 40% renewable materials in filtration components.

Case Study: A major German OEM reduced its filter carbon footprint by 58% after switching to bamboo charcoal air filters.

2. Digital Product Passports (DPP) for Full Traceability

Each filter must now carry a blockchain-secured DPP containing:

✔ C2 emissions at each production stage

✔ Recyclability index