Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is moving fast—and the state‑by‑state reality is creating fragmented requirements, different approaches to reporting, and major data challenges for brands, packaging stakeholders, foodservice, and retail. In this panel, cross‑industry leaders share how they’re tackling EPR readiness by aligning on the packaging data needed for compliance and scaling collaboration across trading partners. You’ll hear what it takes to standardize packaging information at the product level—including recommended attributes and code lists for both component‑level and finished‑product packaging, plus key characteristics used in EPR programs such as recycled content, composability, reusability, and weight reduction/optimization. The discussion will also explore how packaging hierarchy and U.S. material class/group code lists can support consistent EPR reporting and reduce rework across jurisdictions.