Canada’s Push for Environmental Protection
Updates on PFAS, Plastics & CEPA No progress on rule restricting PFAS & flame retardants Canada is strengthening its regulatory framework for toxic substances, particularly targeting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and flame retardants due to their …
Consumer Product Safety Commission, Agenda for 2025
Most people outside of certain regulated industries have never heard of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). They may recognize that consumer products are regulated, but don’t know by who or the specific requirements that …
Regulatory Issues
CARB The California Air Resources Board (CARB) finally released the product categories planned for the next survey; these categories have the potential to be in the next round of rule development. On Oct. 30, CARB staff presented …
WD-40, NAPA to offer auto tech scholarships
WD-40 Brand and NAPA Auto Parts have partnered with TechForce Foundation to offer $50,000 in scholarships, empowering future automotive technicians to jumpstart their careers. According to TechForce Foundation, over 750,000 new technicians are needed to support …
NEST New York to scent Macy’s Parade float, shopping districts
Home fragrance brand NEST New York has partnered with Balsam Hill LLC to scent the artificial Christmas tree company's float at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28. Renowned for its classic Christmas décor …
Conagra launches PAM Air Fryer Spray
PAM Cooking Spray, from Conagra Brands, Inc., has introduced a new formula specifically designed for one of the U.S.'s most popular kitchen appliances: the air fryer. According to the company, PAM Air Fryer Non-Stick Spray …
Paris Packaging Week to host Pentawards Festival
Paris Packaging Week announced that its 2025 edition will host the Pentawards Festival. Building on the success of the 2024 edition held at the Science Museum in London, UK, this partnership will position design at …
Revlon to relocate its NJ R&D lab to the NEST Center
Revlon will relocate its New Jersey-based science and innovation (R&D) lab to the Northeast Science & Technology (NEST) Center, a 100+ acre campus dedicated to research and development innovations in Kenilworth, NJ. Lise Jorgensen, Revlon's Chief Scientific Officer, …
Amcor acquires Berry; will combine companies
Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. announced that the two packaging companies will combine in an all-stock transaction worth an estimated $8.4 billion. Berry shareholders will receive 7.25 Amcor shares for each Berry share held …
Coster Group achieves Zero Waste to Landfill certificate
Coster Group announced that it has successfully achieved the prestigious Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) certificate. This accomplishment follows a rigorous audit conducted by Intertek, which confirmed the company's commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible …