Category: Packaging
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Plastic Packaging Use and Recycling Collection Rates Drop for the First Time
Plastic resource efficiency and recycling charity, RECOUP, has launched its annual UK Household Plastic Packaging Collection Survey, which estimates that year-on-year plastic packaging use and plastic packaging collection quantities have dropped for the first time.
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China National Food Safety Standard for Silicone Rubber Materials and Products for Food Contact Use Notified to WTO
On October 25, 2023, China notified the National Food Safety Standard for Food Additive L- Polydextrose to the World Trade Organization (WTO) under G/SPS/N/CHN/1290. The proposed date of entry into force is to be determined. Comments may be submitted to China’s SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at sps@customs.gov.cn until December 24, 2023. The report…
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Australian regulator sanctions food company for Ocean Plastic claims
Moo Premium Foods has been found guilty of misleading consumers with its claims of using “100 per cent ocean plastic” on its packaging.
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PPWR threatens bioplastics says EUBP
EUBP wants bio-based and recycled content to be considered as equivalent in the PPWR — Well, the coal mining industry wants coal to be considered as an equivalent to solar energy. EUBP says that bio-based content will achieve net zero … I recognise greenwashers when they use the ‘net zero’ rhetoric
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CJ CheilJedang develops microwave-safe coated paper with PHA
The new compostable coated paper is more durable and heat-resistant and can be used for a variety of food containers
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US trial of compostable packaging
They tried to do this under the radar and avoid words such as plastics and bioplastics …. but the narrative is that from compostable plastics; so it must be it
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New York state sues Pepsico for packaging pollution
Local authorities are finally waking up. Initially, I wouldn’t have approved of this option; but almost 6 years after the Chinese wake up call we haven’t moved an inch forward so now comes the time to try something different. Pepsico cannot say the packaging doesn’t belong to them, their brand name is written on the…
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UMF PerfectCLEAN Announces New Compostable Packaging
UMF|PerfectCLEAN® Announces New Compostable Packaging to Reduce Landfill Waste and Meet Sustainability Goals
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Eggshell plastics for cannabis packaging
Cannabis packaging expert Terry Faulkner from Spark Sourcing has proposed eco-shell, the company’s certified recyclable bio-calcium compound derived from eggshells, as a solution to help the cannabis industry bring down its plastic waste and carbon emissions.
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Novel bio-based food packaging supports home composting and recycling
Innovative formulations have fostered a circular economy for polylactic acid, a bioplastic made from plant starch that was challenged by end-of-life issues.
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Clemson Launches Compostable Packaging Research Initiative
The initiative from The Sonoco FRESH food, packaging and sustainability institute will bridge lab-based R&D with the larger-scale campus organics recycling system.
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Business & community in Washington discuss home compostable packaging
Bainbridge Island Business & community still don’t like BI compost law
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Aimplas to develop PHA packaging from beer waste
The BioSupPack project advances in the development of bio-based packaging solutions derived from beer production waste
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YutoEco develops transparent plant-based lucent membrane for packaging
YUTOECO’s Plant-based ECO Lucent Membrane: An Eco-friendly Visible Solution for Packaging
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VTT finds unprecedented extensible limits for formable cellulose-based food packaging to replace single-use plastic
Enabled by foam forming technology, VTT’s formable cellulose-based webs with 30% extensibility were used to make rigid packages using an industrial product packaging line. This opens up the manufacturing of a wide range of sustainable packaging solutions.
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EU – Food contact material update
Principles that could be applicable to the safety assessment of the use of mixtures of natural origin to manufacture food contact materials
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China – food contact material update
China: National Food Safety Standard of General Safety Requirements of Food Contact Materials and Articles Notified to WTO
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Huge increase of plastic packaging use by Coke and Pepsi
Coke and Pepsi, both (strategic) members of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, have strongly increased their use of plastic packaging over the last year.
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Sky News article on compostable packaging
Compostable packaging ‘returns to nature’- but which bin does it go in?
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Xampla and Elemis partner on plastic-free cosmetics packaging
UK skincare brand ELEMIS has struck a partnership with next generation plant materials brand, Morro – recently launched by Xampla in Cambridge – to launch innovative new biodegradable sampling sachets.
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Nestle packaging strategy update
Nestlé makes further headway in shaping a waste-free future
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Sabic, Landbell and Mars partner on chemical recycling
Mars, Sabic And Landbell Partner In Closed Loop Initiative For Kind® Snack Bar Packaging Based On Certified Circular Pp
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Marin County says no to compostable bioplastics
On Nov. 10, Marin County will begin enforcing the Reusable Foodware Ordinance.
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Portland Trail Blazers, Eco-Products Team Up to Turn Trash into Rich Soil (FREE)
Trail Blazers announce Eco-Products as an Official Zero Waste Partner. Eco-Products Providing All Compostable Products Within Moda Center & Support for Rip City Reuse. This is a FREE article
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Fashion Brans Switch from plastic to paper packaging
Analysing data from an exclusive consumer survey, it unpicks shoppers’ real opinions on key sustainability topics. It delves into fashion customers’ evolving mindsets versus their actual purchasing habits, as well as their willingness – or lack thereof – to pay for sustainable fashion.
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ENVI makes sweeping changes to PPWR proposals
The European Parliament’s Committee on Environment (ENVI) has voted on initial amendments to the draft Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), potentially ushering in sweeping changes.
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Paper Packaging Industry Statement on EU PPWR
Statement from EPPA on the results of the ENVI Committee vote on PPWR
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Danimer Scientific, BIOLO and Bolthouse Farms Announce Commercialization of Home Compostable Packaging for Fresh Produce with Meijer Stores
Danimer Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: DNMR) (“Danimer” or the “Company”), a leading next-generation bioplastics company focused on the development and production of biodegradable materials, today announced the commercialization of home compostable retail packaging for vegetables and fruit, which Danimer developed in partnership with biodegradable packaging and food service product manufacturer BIOLO and carrot producer Bolthouse Farms.
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China issues standards for excessive packaging
National Standard for Requirements of Restricting Excessive Packaging for Fresh Edible Agricultural Products Released
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Plastic Packaging Trends – October 2023 (Free)
A summary of the plastic packaging situation. Where are we right now? This is a FREE article
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Storopack’s new air cushion film AIRplus® BIO Home Compostable
AIRplus BIO Home Compostable
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Bayer joins the Blister Pack Collective
Bayer joins the Blister Pack Collective to reduce single-use plastics in tablet packs
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New EU regulations to trigger significant changes in the packaging industry (Rabobank)
According to a recent Rabobank report, the impacts of a proposed EU regulation that aims to reduce packaging waste and promote sustainability will require producers to revise their product portfolios and sourcing processes to comply. Investment in infrastructure for waste collection and recycling will be necessary to meet the targets set by the regulation.
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Packaging industry decries confusing EU recycling rules (Financial Times)
Europe’s packaging industry has warned that slow progress on waste rules could make it even more confusing for consumers to know what to do with their used containers
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FlexSea announces a £3M seed raise in equity and grants, led by Indico Capital Ventures (FREE)
FlexSea, a pioneering blue biotech company at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions, has just made a significant stride towards revolutionizing the plastics industry. Today, and in only 2 years of hard work, they proudly announced the successful completion of a seed round of £3 million in equity and grants, which follows the initial pre-seed raise of…
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Dow launches two new sustainable SURLYN™ grades for perfume and cosmetic packaging
Dow has announced the launch of SURLYN™ REN and SURLYN™ CIR, two new sustainable ionomers grades which pioneer the use of renewable and circular feedstocks.
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ALDI brings products with digitally watermarked packaging to the German market
The ALDI SOUTH Group and ALDI Nord are taking part in the 3rd phase of the HolyGrail 2.0 initiative, a program driven by AIM-European Brands Associations and powered by the Alliance to End Plastic Waste. Adding watermark technology to packaging will help to improve sorting in waste facilities and boost recycling for a circular economy.
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NatureWorks video on 3M Golf Tournament (video)
What I really like about NatureWorks’ sponsorship of the 3M Golf open is that it gives the ability to NatureWorks’ senior management to enjoy a couple of days off at the golf course …. and that makes people happy … it’s nice working a NatureWorks. In the meantime … I think …. NatureWorks is going…
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Parkside partners with vegan chocolatier Mummy Meegz on home compostable packaging
Parkside has partnered with vegan chocolate brand Mummy Meegz to bring its amphibian mascot Billie to life in a colourful design adorning a 100% home compostable pack.
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Reusable take-away packaging has significant potential to reduce carbon footprint vs single-use options
Reusable take-away packaging could present a compelling climate case over single-use alternatives if return and washing systems are properly implemented and optimised, according to a new study today from Zero Waste Europe, Reloop, and TOMRA.
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UPM Launches compostable fruit stickers
UPM Specialty Papers now offers compostable label face papers for fruit and vegetable stickers
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CKI Solutions Goes Compostable Packaging
Cadence Keen Innovations (d/b/a CKI Solutions), serving the hospitality industry, including cruise, for more than 20 years, is putting plastic packaging in the past and transitioning to compostable packaging for all its mattress and pillow encasements, bed doublers, as well as all other products using plastic or poly bags, including its Bed MadeEZ® Bed Maker.
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Consumers prefer food packaging derived from genetically modified plants
Environmentally-friendly GMO bioplastics favored by consumers despite prevailing negative sentiment on GMO foods
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Strong and biodegradable films from avocado peel fiber
Can avocado peels help curb a plastic waste problem?
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Capital of Europe says no to compostable bags and packaging (FREE)
There has been a change in the waste management policy of Brussels, the capital of Europe. This is a FREE article
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Partnership Expands PHA Bioplastics in Cosmetic Packaging (FREE)
Brand owner Riman Korea will blend CJ Biomaterials’ patented polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers with polylactic acid (PLA) to increase packaging sustainability. This is a FREE article
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New bio-based materials from non-biodegradable plastic waste for the packaging and pharmaceutical industries (FREE)
AIMPLAS forms part of the BioICEP project (Bio-Innovation of a Circular Economy for Plastics). It started in February 2020 and is funded by the Horizon 2020 programme. This is a FREE article
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Parkside and New Forest Fruit Company collaborate on compostable ‘plant to packet’ solution
The ‘home compostable’ packaging is claimed to supposedly degrade in 26 weeks …. so it’s like if you had to keep your kitchen waste 26 weeks inside your flat. Who wants to keep waste 26 weeks at home?
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Mack is Replacing PVA with Notpla
The reason being … bioaccumulation of PVA. Interesting. So basically Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is toxic for human health
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ADBioplastics and Borges International Group Develop compostable packaging for virgin olive oil
ADBioplastics develops together with Borges International Group compostable single-use packaging for extra virgin olive oil
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Origin Materials And Husky Achieve Commercialization Milestone For Advanced Packaging
Recyclable PET polymer incorporating FDCA successfully processed into preforms usingHusky’s commercial-scale injection molding equipment and subsequently bottles Novel hybrid polymer “PET/F” expected to deliver enhanced performance compared with traditional PET plastic and have up to 100% bio content
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Research team develops biodegradable Limonene and chitosan film
Research team develops biodegradable film that keeps food fresh for longer
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Food Safety assessment of PLA plasticizer
EFSA & food contact materials: safety assessment of the substance poly(2-hydroxypropanoic acid), n-octyl/n-decyl esters, intended for use as a PLA plasticizer
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Chinese scientists create edible food packaging to replace plastic
By incorporating certain soy proteins into the structure, Chinese University of Hong Kong scientists successfully created edible food packaging.
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The Rise Of Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions
Today, eco-conscious consumers are increasingly seeking brands that prioritize environmentally friendly practices, making sustainable packaging a crucial factor for business success.
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SBS and Solutum Partner on Bioplastics in Philippines
Biodegradable alternative plastic packaging soon in PH
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Sainsbury’s replaces Plastic with cardboard trays
More and more companies are switching from plastic to paper / cardboard. It’s not always to do with LCAs and ‘real’ carbon footprints but more with consumer perception. However, the paper / cardboard industry haven’t done the best job in grabbing this opportunity.
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Compostable plastic: a growing trend with limited impact says Packaging Gateway
Due to inadequate infrastructure, only a tiny fraction of compostable packaging and plastic is actually getting composted
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The Uncertain Future of PLA (FREE)
The future of PLA is not written in stone and it seems that unfavourable trends will impact its future growth prospects in Europe. This is a FREE article.
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The plastic packaging sector focuses on sustainability, but recycling remains a challenge
According to a new report from Rabobank, focus on sustainability in the plastic packaging industry remains strong.
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Earthfirst® Films Redefines Home Compostable Films With New Soft Touch Options
Industry leading biopolymer film manufacturer Earthfirst® Films releases a line of soft touch, home compostable films.
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Noroo Paint unveils biodegradable plastic container
Biodegradation via microorganisms within five years will be first used on the company’s flagship product The Stain
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TIPA Compostable Packaging Begins Local Production in The US
Following recent European expansion, TIPA partners with North American manufacturers PPC Flexible Packaging and Clearview Packaging to facilitate local US production
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New EU packaging regulations could increase plastic says DS Smith
Just as the world takes a major step in turning the tide on plastic pollution with a global treaty, the European Union is on the cusp of agreeing new regulations that could flood the market with millions of tonnes of new plastic.
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Flexible packaging leader Parkside laser-focused on sustainable lidding film solutions with ParkScribe® technology
UK-based flexible packaging specialist Parkside has launched a revolutionary range of sustainable lidding films as a next-generation solution for brands seeking to solve their packaging sustainability challenges, as part of its Sustainable 7 product strategy.
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New rules for plastic to-go packaging in the Netherlands from July
As was announced last spring, the Netherlands is implementing new rules for single-use plastic packaging – specifically those used for takeaway foods and drinks – from July 1. Here’s what you need to know about the new laws.
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French Industrial Composting Test
This is the type of “tests” that are needed. Looking at the partners of this project, one could doubt about its independence. A missed opportunity I think
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Chipotle and the Composting Challenge
Chipotle is increasing composting across its more than 3,200 restaurants, with waste reduction one of the goals that executive compensation bonuses are based on.
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Lawyer Explains Los Angeles Single Use Plastic Regulation
Los Angeles County’s Single-Use Plastic Regulation for Restaurants and Delivery Services
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Restaurantware Debuts an Extensive “No-Added PFAS” Sugarcane Fiber Compostable To-Go Packaging and Cup Line
Restaurantware’s Pulp Safe collection provides restaurants and foodservice operations with a unique array of no-added PFAS take out and tableware products that comply with state-mandated restrictions on PFAS.
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Do not be fooled by ‘compostable’ plastic, says French consumer group
Composting plastic packaging is one of the solutions put forward to consumers to limit the damage caused by plastic pollution. False good idea! We explain why.
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Bioplastics in Medical Device Packaging: Yes or No?
Weigh the pros and cons before sourcing bioplastics for the packaging of your medical device.
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ING Report on Plastic Packaging
The sustainable food packaging choices that don’t come ready-wrapped
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Rhode Island lawmakers consider ban on foam takeout containers and other plastic items
Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a law that would ban restaurants from using foam takeout containers in the Ocean State.
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Aldi partners with Polytag for packaging traceability
Britain’s fourth largest retailer partners with Polytag to track its packaging
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Eurocities Position Paper on Packaging Waste Regulation
The European Commission is proposing some major changes to the way we handle packaging waste. The new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, a revision of an earlier directive, will set targets for reducing and recycling packaging, and requiring certain levels of recyclability and recycled materials in new packaging.
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Compostable Packaging: Innovation and Growth Driven by Brands and Consumer Demand (Video)
Compostable packaging is a hot topic for brands both large and small, and many brands expect to see this format increase over the next 10 years.
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Lumene, UPM and SABIC develop biobased cosmetic packaging
Finnish beauty brand LUMENE is the first to launch a biobased packaging application with both the jar and label made with UPM’s innovative wood-based material, further processed by SABIC.
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Recycled and reused food contact plastics are ‘vectors’ for toxins – study
Research provides a unique review of contact chemicals in packaging, utensils, plates, etc and how they contaminate food
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CJ Bio PHA Added to FDA Food Contact Substances
FDA listing clears the way for CJ Biomaterials’ amorphous PHA to be used in the manufacture of food contact materials sold in the US
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Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority Issued Technical Requirements for Food Contact Materials and Articles
On October 18, 2022, Egypt’s National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) published Decision No. 17/2022, the Binding Technical Rules for Food Contact Materials and Articles, in the Egyptian Chronicles, with an effective date of October 19, 2022. Unofficial translation attached.
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Cuétara Foods Goes Calcium Carbonate Snack Bags
Snack companies are looking at alternative packaging materials due to consumer demand and potential regulations
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UPM Specialty Papers and Fiorini co-create a new highly moisture and grease resistant, fibre-based pet food sack
Working in partnership with Fiorini Packaging, the specialist manufacturer of industrial paper sacks, UPM Specialty Papers has co-created a sustainable, fibre-based sack suitable for pet food applications of up to 20 kg.
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Soon, candy wrappers, cigarette packaging to be biodegradable in India
Soon, we will see candy wrappers to cigarette packaging which can be fully biodegradable, leaving no plastic and toxins behind.
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Meet the fisherman’s daughter using seaweed to make plastic packaging
A start-up based in Jervis Bay has developed a process for turning almost any variety of seaweed into an alternative to single-use plastic packaging, catching the attention of companies including Unilever and Colgate Palmolive.
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Canada Consultation on Regulatory Framework for Plastic Packaging
The federal government launched public consultations on a regulatory framework to establish mandatory requirements for recycled content and labelling for plastic products, and on a technical paper that outlines the reporting requirements for the federal plastics registry.
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Citeo launches first French PET closed loop recycling for PET pots and trays
Thanks to innovative technologies combining mechanical, chemical and enzymatic recycling, the majority of pots and trays used in France from 2025, for example for the packaging of cold meats or pastries, will be recycled to allow reuse in contact with food. This is a first that marks the start of a true circular economy for…
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VTT pilot scales up production of sustainable cellulose film to replace traditional plastic wrap in food packaging
Mass production of sustainable packaging materials for the food industry could lead to solving the sustainability challenges of one of the most commonly used plastics.
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Swedish Startup Wants to Replace Metal Jar Lids with Biobased Materials
Would it be possible to replace metal lids for consumer products such as jams and spreads with a lid made of biobased fibers?
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Earth Day 2023: Global collaboration crucial to realizing plastics, bio- and fiber-based circularity
Today marks Earth Day 2023, an annual global event in which over one billion people and industry stakeholders engage through various environmental sustainability projects to promote awareness and spur climate action initiatives.
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Chinese National Food Safety Standard Restricting Excessive Packaging for Foods and Cosmetics
In August 2021, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) released an updated National Food Safety Standard Restricting Excessive Packaging for Foods and Cosmetics (GB 23350-2021).
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High levels of PFAS found in paper takeout containers
Paper Bags and Compostable Food Packages May Contain Toxic Forever Chemicals, Warns Study
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Hasbro Goes Bio-PET Packaging
Hasbro goes for Bio-PET packaging — BIO-PET is the only bioplastics, to my knowledge, that “theoretically” has a circular end-of-life. In practice, it would depend from country to country or even region to region.
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Tesco launches collaborative ready meal tray-to-tray initiative with Faerch Group
In an industry first, Tesco has begun recycling used plastic food trays back into packaging – creating a fully circular packaging solution for its range of core chilled ready meals.
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PepsiCo Launches Compostable Packaging R&D Center
Frito-Lay and Quaker Open New Industry-Leading Greenhouse Learning Center to Fast-Track Sustainable Packaging Innovation — RETHINKING MATERIALS Innovation and Investment Summit – May 16-17, London. 10% discount with code BPN10
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