CBD oil use prohibited for commercial drivers
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Drug and Alcohol has issued a clarification that Federal law does not recognize the legalized status of medical marijuana, hemp, CBD oil or recreation marijuana. The DOT …
Lindal breaks ground for new facility in Brazil
Global aerosol dispensing company, LINDAL Group recently held a ground-breaking ceremony marking the start of construction for its $25 million landmark facility in Brazil, a project which represents the company’s largest investment to date. Work began …
Supplier’s Day registration is open
Registration is open for the New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists’ (NYSCC) Suppliers’ Day. It is set for May 5–6 at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York City. Watch the video “A Clear Vision …
Aptar to acquire FusionPKG
AptarGroup, Inc. announced it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Fusion Packaging I, L.P. (FusionPKG). Stephan Tanda, Aptar President & CEO commented on the transaction, “We are very pleased to welcome the FusionPKG team …
March 1 deadline approaching for 2018 CARB Survey
The March 1, 2020 deadline to submit the 2018 Aerosol Coating and Aerosol Adhesives Products Survey to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is quickly approaching. Pursuant to the California Consumer Products Regulation (CCPR), completion …
SCC issues call for papers for 74th Annual Scientific Meeting, Dec. 15-16
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has issued a call for papers and is currently accepting abstracts for Podium Lectures at the 74th Annual Scientific Meeting, Dec. 15–16, 2020 at the Sheraton New York Times …
FEA registration open; call for abstracts & award submissions
The European Aerosol Federation (FEA) Global Aerosol Events 2020 is set for September 23-24 in Lisbon, Portugal at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa. This biennial aerosol packaging event provides insights into the key issues affecting …
Silgan purchases Cobra Plastics, expands closure & overcap offerings
Silgan has acquired Cobra Plastics, Inc., a maker of injection molded plastic closures and aerosol overcaps. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The merger will boost Silgan’s offerings and help expand the company into …
Paris Aerosol & Dispensing Forum Award Winners
The Paris edition of the Aerosol & Dispensing Forum (ADF), Perfume, Cosmetics & Design (PCD) and Packaging of Premium & Luxury Drinks (PLD) was held in January at the Porte de Versaille. According to show …
HCPA staff reorganizes through promotions, new roles & new hires
The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) has reorganized its staff to better position the HCPA to address changes in the household and commercial products industry and more effectively serve its membership. The changes include: …