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US House subcommittee advances Pack Act to standardize claims

A US House of Representatives’ Energy and Commerce subcommittee has advanced H.R. 6832, the Packaging and Claims Knowledge (Pack) Act, on September 1, 2026. The Pack Act aims to establish a national framework for recyclable, compostable, and reusable packaging claims. “The Pack Act codifies existing federal guidelines on how to label packaging, giving the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce the law under existing consumer protection statutes,” Lynn Dyer, president of the American Institute for Packaging and the Environment (AMERIPEN), tells Packaging Insights.
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Refill systems advance amid demand for convenience and material reduction
Eco-conscious consumers are growing accustomed to refillable packaging, but as brands face ever more rigorous regulations, suppliers have to break new ground. Packaging Insights speaks to Amcor, Coveris, and SP Group to better understand how their refill solutions are helping clients reduce packaging weight, introduce recycled content, and push for recyclability. “Demand for refillable and reusable packaging continues to grow, driven by a combination of consumer preferences, sustainability objectives, and evolving regulation,” Ellen Seyda, director of Sustainability for Rigid Packaging Solutions International at Amcor, tells us. 
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Sidel reveals how changing demands are reshaping packaging machinery
Packaging manufacturers are being asked to do more with less, argues Andrea Solfa, product manager for End of Lines and Tunnels at Sidel. He highlights that, as producers manage a growing number of stock keeping units (SKUs) and packaging formats, they are also increasingly under pressure to reduce energy and material use, lower operating costs, and meet targets. Packaging Insights sits down with Solfa to discuss how expanding consumer demands are motivating packaging machinery producers to design with flexibility, integration, and digitalization in mind.
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Trends in snack pack launches
Innova Market Insights data indicates that snack launches grew at a +8% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches accounted for 50% of these launches, aligning with consumer preferences for purchasing salty snacks in pouches. Cup packaging formats showed the fastest growth, while plastic was the dominant packaging material.
Bricspack dual-head non-stop sleeve labeling machine for 36,000 BPH production
Dual-head Redundancy Non-Stop Sleeve Labeling by Bricspack
Bricspack’s dual-head redundancy system enables non-stop sleeve labeling without film splicing. Two independent sleeving heads, dual mandrels, and cutter systems provide hot-standby switching, while intelligent bottle-tracking and closed-loop compensation reduce omissions and defects. Validated at 36,000 BPH, the solution simplifies maintenance, improves fault tolerance, and significantly lowers total ownership costs.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Shanghai Bricspack.
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Industrial Physics underscores pack testing as rPET and lightweighting reshape performance

Natalia Ciesla, strategic segment manager at Industrial Physics, talks to us about how recycled PET (rPET) content and lightweighting are impacting bottle performance requirements. She discusses how testing can validate changes at production scale, and how quality assurance may evolve alongside sustainability targets.

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Researchers convert microplastics into UV-protective food packaging films
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A research team at Saitama University, Japan, has developed a method to transform polyamide microplastic waste into high-value fluorescent nanomaterials to protect UV-sensitive fresh produce. The study, published in Materials Research Bulletin, has examined the synthesis of defect-engineered carbon quantum dots (CQDs) and their incorporation into polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) composite films as a potential approach to addressing plastic waste.
Pack Expo 2026: Yangi targets US packaging demand with dry-formed fiber
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Yangi is expanding its dry-forming molded fiber into the US market as part of its “international expansion effort” following a Swedish Energy Agency grant announced earlier this year. The Cellera range features plates, bowls, hot-and-cold beverage lids, and takeaway trays for quick-serve restaurants (QSR). Yangi will officially launch the product in the US at Pack Expo 2026 in Chicago (October 18-21). 
August in review: EU’s PPWR starts applying, US-China scientists pitch UN...
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Last month, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) came into effect, generally applying as of August 12, and Packaging Insights looked back at our regulatory development coverage. Meanwhile, researchers in the US and China identified a gap in the draft UN Global Plastics Treaty text and proposed a reporting framework for improved accountability. We spoke to Julio Cordano, Chair of the UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution, about accountability concerns and the next phase of informal meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, in September. 
Food packaging chemicals of concern need group-based scrutiny, scientists urge
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Scientists from the Food Packaging Forum Foundation have urged for the assessment of food contact chemicals (FCC), such as those from packaging, to be evaluated in groups of structural similarity, rather than on an individual basis. Doing so could reduce the risk of  “regrettable substitutions,” in which a hazardous chemical is replaced by a similar, equally hazardous chemical. 
Recupac and Lindner boost LDPE recycling capacity in Chile
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Recupac, part of the Coipsa Group, is strengthening its low-density PE (LDPE) recycling capabilities in Chile through a partnership with Lindner Washtech, a globally operating company of Lindner Group and a specialist in plastic washing technologies.Recupac’s San Bernardo facility in Chile processes up to 500 metric tons of LDPE per month, with recycled pellets replacing around 40% of virgin resin in new film applications. Lindner has supported the project with its recycling and washing technologies while expanding its regional presence through a dedicated Latin American subsidiary established in 2025.
What do H1 2026 results reveal about where F&B growth is shifting?
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Recent H1 and Q2 results from companies across the F&B value chain reveal an increasingly divided market. Health-focused products and formulation-led ingredient solutions are generating growth. However, several commodity and mainstream portfolios faced lower prices, weaker demand or volumes, and cautious consumer spending.
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Bricspack dual-head non-stop sleeve labeling machine for 36,000 BPH production
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Dual-head Redundancy Non-Stop Sleeve Labeling by Bricspack
Bricspack’s dual-head redundancy system enables non-stop sleeve labeling without film splicing. Two independent sleeving heads, dual mandrels, and cutter systems provide hot-standby switching, while intelligent bottle-tracking and closed-loop compensation reduce omissions and defects. Validated at 36,000 BPH, the solution simplifies maintenance, improves fault tolerance, and significantly lowers total ownership costs.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Shanghai Bricspack.
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EU packaging rules impact 93% of UK manufacturers and...
Recent research has found that 93% of surveyed manufacturers and suppliers in the UK have been affected or expect to be affected by the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The research, conducted by Sapio Research on behalf of Advanced Supply Chain, a UK-based international logistics and supply-chain services company, surveyed 200 British businesses, revealing that many are rethinking packaging design to comply with the regulation, which began applying earlier this month. 
Peak Nano nanolayer film technology using the same polymers
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Engineering New Film Capabilities Through Nanolayer...
Peak Nano’s nanolayering technology engineers commercially available polymers into high-performance films using existing extrusion equipment. By creating nanoscale layers as thin as 25 nanometers, the technology can improve barrier performance, toughness and recyclability while reducing costly materials and tie layers—accelerating next-generation packaging development without waiting for new polymer chemistry.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Peak Nano.

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Nutrition packaging formatsAug2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that as consumers increasingly incorporate supplements and sports nutrition into their daily routines, product launches continue to grow, driving innovation in nu...

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Refillable system upgrades Sep 2026

According to data from Innova Market Insights, consumers are interested in refillable packaging solutions, with 23% of consumers globally even willing to pay more for refillable packaging. New product launches show that refillable packaging is most often used in seasonings and water products.

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Trends in snack pack launchesSep 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that snack launches grew at a +8% CAGR from July 2021 to June 2026. Flat pouches accounted for 50% of these launches, aligning with consumer preferences for purchasing salty snacks in pouches. Cup packaging formats showed the fastest growth, while plastic was the dominant packaging material.

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