Regulatory update for Europe & the UK
If you sell hazardous products in Europe or the United Kingdom (UK), you are probably already aware that the chemical regulations are changing. On Jan. 1, 2021, the UK became a “third country” to the …
Spray package material defects: Part I
Hello, everyone. There is no such thing as defect-free spray package materials. Thus, there are always potential concerns as to whether or not defects will contribute to or cause spray package corrosion, and if corrosion …
Working toward Cleaning Product Ingredient Disclosure
When consumers get in the habit of using the same product over and over, they tend not to notice when the label changes, especially if it’s not a logo or color change on the front …
Regulatory Issues
American Innovation & Manufacturing (AIM) Act On April 30, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan signed a proposed rule titled Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Establishing the Allowance Allocation & Trading Program under …
The race is on for recycled aluminum aerosol containers
Over the last decade, the global aluminum aerosol can industry has seen an average growth rate of about 3.5%, according to the International Organization of Aluminum Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL). In other voluminous end-use markets, …
Diversified CPC International appoints David Burks as COO
Diversified CPC International (DCPC) has named David Burks as COO. In this newly created role, Burks will help DCPC advance its focus on safety and sustainability through the “Power of Purity” worldwide. Burks joined the DCPC …
SCC unveils Education Week; set for June 21–25
The Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) has announced a new virtual event, SCC Education Week, which is set for June 21–25. Entitled, “Cosmetic Product Development: Lab to Launch,” this week-long educational event will convene a global …
Frederic Noel appointed COO at LINDAL Group
Aerosol dispenser manufacturer LINDAL Group has appointed Frederic Noel as the company's new COO. He will be based at the company's headquarters in Hamburg, Germany, and will supervise all operational activities of the Group, including …
Oxygen Plus donates portable oxygen canisters to India’s COVID-19 epicenters
From Indiana to India... The rising COVID-19 crisis in India has left a large number of people without access to life-saving medical supplies, including supplemental oxygen, which is widely used to treat the disease. In response, …
Fiber-Shield Industries rebrands with new logo, celebrates 42 years
On May 12, specialty protection products maker Fiber-Shield Industries Inc. celebrated its 42nd anniversary. The company also announced its corporate rebranding strategy with a dynamic new corporate logo—a shield of white and gold. The logo …