So, the flexible packaging segment is at an inflection point with recycled content. The good news is that more investments are being made into municipal recycling in the U.S.; more than $1 billion in investments was made before U.S. infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 was passed late last year.

The mechanical PCR lidding film grades are all suitable for chilled and “remove before heating” applications.

BIO-LUTIONS creates a variety of sustainable single-use disposable products and packaging. 

Several chip flavors will make their debut in 100% commercially compostable packaging on the Coachella campgrounds with clearly marked compost bins throughout for consumers to properly dispose of the bags.

The retailer is targeting 38 different sustainability certifications in its search for new products. 

Only 2% of packaging spend is on intelligent packaging — but spending is growing rapidly as intelligent solutions support megatrends around sustainability, automation and need for productivity.

The winning entries were recognized during the FPA Welcome Dinner & Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Ceremony held in conjunction with the 2022 FPA Annual Meeting.

What to look for this year, according to Berlin Packaging. 

The Republic Services Polymer Center represents the first time a U.S. company will manage the plastics stream through an integrated process from curbside collection of recycled material to production and delivery of high-quality recycled content for consumer packaging.