Disruptive Materials launches Upsalite-dedicated website

SprayTM (September 10, 2026)

Disruptive Materials, the company behind patented Upsalite mesoporous magnesium carbonate, announced the launch of upsalite.com, a new digital platform designed to make the science, performance and story behind Upsalite easier to understand and explore. Developed at Uppsala …

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QEP acquires Spray-Lock

SprayTM (September 9, 2026)

Q.E.P. CO., INC. completed the acquisition of all assets of Spray-Lock, Inc., a developer, manufacturer and distributor of aerosol spray adhesives for flooring and wall applications. The acquisition advances QEP's strategy of broadening its core adhesives …

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CARB Chief Ravi Ramalingam to retire; NAA comments

SprayTM (September 8, 2026)

Ravi Ramalingam, Chief of the Consumer Products Branch at the California Air Resources Board (CARB), will retire, effective Oct. 7. Doug Raymond (Raymond Regulatory Resources), on behalf of the National Aerosol Association, said in a …

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ACI survey supports back-to-school cleanliness

SprayTM (September 7, 2026)
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Bath & Body Works unveils Halloween collection

SprayTM (September 6, 2026)
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Febreze and Dunkin’ brew up a limited-edition collection

SprayTM (September 5, 2026)
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Fifth annual AEDA Awards held in Barcelona

In June, the Asociación Española de Aerosoles (Spanish Aerosol Association or AEDA) held its fifth annual Forum & Awards at the Hotel Avenida Palace in Barcelona. Winners included: Innovation in Packaging Design Winner Envases Group for Aluwood                     Special Recognition Lindal Spain …

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International Regulatory Influences


Europe’s new packaging rules

What aerosol manufacturers need to know… The European Union (EU) continues to advance its circular economy objectives with the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), one of the most significant packaging reforms in decades. The regulation …

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Pressure Points


Balancing access & safety

Addressing the intentional misuse of aerosol products For an industry built on innovation, convenience and performance, few issues present a greater challenge than balancing product accessibility with public safety. The intentional misuse of legitimate consumer products …

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Regulatory Issues


Regulatory Issues

CARB activity update Regarding California Air Resources Board (CARB) staff, Moslem Mardi, a manager who works for the Consumer Products Branch Chief, Ravi Ramalingam, is back at work. Josh Berghouse, a CARB staff member who worked …

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