French Aerosol Committee announces new President, VP

December 15, 2021

Claude-Bernard Michelot (Technima), President of the French Aerosol Committee (CFA), has announced his retirement for the start of 2022. He is succeeded by Nathalie Thys (GSK) as President of the CFA. Laurent Flond (L’Oréal) has …

Aptar launches the Inune line of sprays

December 14, 2021

Aptar has unveiled Inune, a collection of four new sprays with dosage ranges from 70–130μL. The range includes Classic: a precise, rapid and short spray; HDS: a high-definition spray with a large angle and a …

HCPA bestows Volunteer Recognition Awards; Aerosol Product Division’s goes to Wood from PLZ

December 8, 2021

The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) has awarded seven individual member company executives with Volunteer Recognition Awards honoring their outstanding work in one of HCPA’s seven product divisions. The awards were presented during the …

Paris Aerosol & Dispensing Forum postponed to June

December 7, 2021

Postponement from January due to latest COVID-19 developments will bring aerosol packaging, beauty and premium drinks community together for a summer edition next year... Global event organizer Easyfairs announced on Dec. 7 that ADF&PCD and PLD …

NIVEA Naturally Good deodorant launches with Salvalco Eco-Valve technology

December 3, 2021

Following collaboration with brand owner Beiersdorf, UK-based The Salford Valve Co. Ltd (Salvalco) announced the implementation of its Eco-Valve technology in the NIVEA Naturally Good deodorant range. Nivea is the first global brand to go …

LINDAL Group appoints new North American Sales Director

December 2, 2021

Global aerosol dispensing designer and manufacturer LINDAL Group has announced Dave Murphy as its new Sales Director in North America. Murphy has taken up the position based at the company’s Indiana facility following 15 years …

HCPA’s Caldeira named to The Hill’s Annual List of Top Lobbyists

Steve Caldeira, President & CEO, Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA), was named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyists 2021. This is the fourth consecutive year that Caldeira has achieved this recognition. As the …

Starco Brands & global artist Cardi B launch Whipshots Vodka-Infused Whipped Cream

December 1, 2021

On Dec. 1, Starco Brands and global artist Cardi B officially launch Whipshots™, a vodka-infused whipped cream that adds a playful shot of sophistication to any drink, dessert, or party. The cutting-edge and highly anticipated spirits product is now available …

Global GHS update

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification & Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) was developed by the United Nations (UN) to address classification of chemicals by hazard type and propose harmonized hazard communication elements, including labels and …

Regulatory Issues

CARB California Air Resources Board (CARB) staff continues to work on finalizing its last rule development. New volatile organic compound (VOC) limits are in place for Hair Spray, Dry Shampoo, Personnel Fragrance and Aerosol Air Freshener. …