Belgium: Consumer Law

The European Commission has initiated infringement procedures against 20 EU Member States for failing to transpose the EmpCo Directive by the March 27, 2026 deadline. This directive aims to combat greenwashing by requiring substantiation of environmental claims and third-party certification for sustainability labels, with full implementation expected by September 27, 2026.

Belgium's new Act of 20 April 2026 introduces a mandatory notification requirement for businesses using automatic renewal clauses in consumer contracts. Starting 1 May 2027, companies must inform consumers at least 15 days before their deadline to object to renewal, adding a proactive layer to existing contract disclosure rules.

In a series of 3 rulings handed down on 20 May 2026, the Belgian Council of State (highest administrative court) confirms what most legal practitioners have been saying for a long time...

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In an era where environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global concerns, consumers are increasingly looking for products and services that align with their values of sustainability and eco-friendliness.

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On 11 April 2018, the European Commission (the "Commission") published a new proposal on representative actions for the protection of the collective interests of consumers ...

On May 28, 2018, the European Commission ("Commission") published its Proposal for a Directive on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment ("Proposal").

On 11 April 2018, the European Commission (the "Commission") issued a new package of proposals designed to increase the protection afforded to consumers ...