About the Flexible Packaging Association


The Flexible Packaging Association is the voice of the U.S. manufacturers of flexible packaging and their suppliers. The association’s mission is connecting, advancing, and leading the flexible packaging industry. Flexible packaging represents $51.5 billion in direct economic impact in the U.S. and is the second largest and one of the fastest growing segments of the U.S. packaging industry. Flexible packaging is produced from paper, plastic, film, aluminum foil, or any combination of those materials, and includes bags, pouches, labels, liners, wraps, rollstock, and other flexible products.

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Our Mission

"To be the leading trade association for converters and suppliers of flexible packaging materials and allied products for packaging, industrial, and related end-use markets; to serve their interests before government; to promote the value of their products; to conduct meaningful programs; and to provide information related to their industries."

Voice of the Flexible Packaging Industry

Connecting. Advancing. Leading


The Flexible Packaging Association is the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry. FPA is comprised of manufacturers of flexible packaging and material/equipment suppliers to the industry.

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Innovation at Point-of-Sale

Convenience. Freshness. Protection.


Growing numbers of consumer product manufacturers are switching to flexible packaging thanks to its dynamic shelf appeal, protective properties and consumer ease of use and storage at home.

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The Sustainable Packaging Solution

Fewer resources Used. Smaller footprint.


Flexible packaging requires less water and energy to manufacture and transport, and it generates small quantities of greenhouse gases on its way to market, making it a sustainable packaging solution.

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