The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors’ Oregon challenge is about to go to trial. A decision, expected before year’s end, could influence future laws and litigation. Extended producer responsibility for packaging programs in the United States...

On June 9, 2026, H.R. 9231, the No Toxic Chemicals in Food Packaging Act of 2026, was introduced by Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), and Rosa DeLauro (D-CT). Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) introduced an identical Senate...

CEFLEX warns that rising EPR fees for flexible plastic packaging must translate into measurable recycling improvements, not just higher producer costs. The organization says a better EPR system design is needed to support investment in...

Standing out in the freezer aisle takes more than great products. It takes packaging built to capture attention, communicate quality, and deliver a seamless experience from freezer to table. Displayed behind freezer doors and in...

The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has released a new report, The Ripple Effect: CPG Sustainability and the New OEM Spec Sheet. The report reveals how sustainability initiatives are fundamentally changing the relationship between...

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, announced the appointment of Scott Fallon as President of Amcor Flexibles North America (AFNA). Fallon succeeds Larry Weber, who is retiring after more than...

ExxonMobil, one of the largest publicly traded international energy companies, uses technology and innovation to help meet the world's growing energy needs. The company recently launched its new ExxonMobil Signature Polymers portfolio brand, which focuses...

Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon today released its first annual report on the state’s paper and packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program, highlighting how producer-funded investments are beginning to roll out across the recycling system....

After a rocky couple of years for film recyclers, recent pilot work is moving the notoriously challenging sector forward, and it is positioned to scale in the coming years. They’re also urgently teeing up compliance...

PepsiCo, Ferrero and Mondelēz International are among the contributors to HolyGrail 2030’s latest project, which will test the intelligent sorting and recycling of polypropylene snack packets into new food packaging. The project aims to use...

There comes a moment when a label either stands up to the real world or quietly gives up. It might happen in a shower, where steam and shampoo make contact. It might happen in an...

Nelipak Corporation a leading global manufacturer of packaging solutions for medical device, diagnostic, pharmaceutical drug delivery, and other demanding applications, announced it has received International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS certification for its Clara,...

The changes coming to packaging, and the role AI will play in them, will be significant. But to understand where we are headed, it helps to look back. When we started PTIS in 2001, it...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding the House language regulating PFAS in consumer products (formerly amendment #447 of H.5510). While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public...

The Flexible Packaging Association (“FPA”), the national organization representing U.S. manufacturers of flexible packaging, supports the EPA’s May 13, 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM” or “Notice”) to amend the “Prevention of Significant (“PSD”) and...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding Senate Bill 3034 – An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS. While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public...

The flexible packaging industry is preparing for its most significant operational transformation since the barcode's introduction in 1974. GS1 Sunrise 2027, the global transition from traditional one-dimensional barcodes to two-dimensional codes such as QR codes...

As an artwork compliance review company working with brands whose packaging is subject to complex regulatory requirements, we have noticed some common trends and lessons worth sharing. Between April and May 2026 alone, the United...

Extended producer responsibility for packaging has become the talk of the industry, but mandates for PCR, or postconsumer recycled content, also are getting a lot of attention as brands work on compliance. Despite many brands’...

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste published The Quest for Quality: Scaling Advanced Mechanical Recycling to Meet Recycled Content Targets for Flexibles, which provides a comprehensive technical and economic assessment of a 50,000-tonne-per-year advanced mechanical...

Flint Group Packaging Solutions will bring its latest label and packaging innovations to LOUPE Americas 2026, showcasing its largest-ever presence at the event with a combined portfolio of ink, coating, and digital print technologies from...

Consumers expect fresh produce to look appealing, stay crisp and flavorful longer, and maintain its quality from the farmer’s field to the consumer’s refrigerator. Today’s consumers are seeking healthier lifestyles and enhanced nutrition, which is...

Sun Chemical announced that its SunCure® EcoPlast direct print ink technology attained APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), marking a significant milestone for inks designed for direct printing on...

The Recycling Partnership released the first installment of its 2026 State of Recycling Report, the nation’s leading resource for residential recycling data. Moving away from a traditional single-volume release, The Partnership plans to deliver timely,...

Stahl, a global provider of specialty coatings for flexible materials, has received the platinum rating by EcoVadis for its sustainability performance. This marks the fifth consecutive year that the company has achieved the highest possible...

“By working together with different stakeholders in the value chain, we are able to accelerate innovation and reduce time to markets.” Thierry Van Migem, Director of Sales for the European region at Michelman, is talking...

Inspired by the Pregis Innovation Headquarters (IQ) located in Aurora, Ill., the new Customer Experience Centers extend the company's hallmark consultative approach by providing more convenient access to regional customers seeking Pregis professionals and solutions....

Packaging costs can represent up to 20% of product spend. A holistic approach spanning design, procurement, supply chain, and operations can unlock major savings. One way to counter the rising costs of manufacturing pharmaceuticals and...