HCPA welcomes Ki, Ambrosi

December 5, 2024

The Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) announced that Sami Ki will be joining the organization on December 8, 2024, as Senior Manager of Sustainability & Product Stewardship. Ki has more than a decade of experience …

Sonoco completes acquisition of Eviosys

December 4, 2024

Sonoco Products Company announced it completed its acquisition of Eviosys, a European metal packaging manufacturer, from KPS Capital Partners, LP. The combination creates a global aerosol can and metal food manufacturer. Following the integration process, Eviosys …

New Zealand Aerosol Assoc. rebrands; launches new website

December 3, 2024

The New Zealand Aerosol Association has launched refreshed branding and a new website at www.aerosol.org.nz. The new branding reflects the Association’s national heritage, based on the koru (Māori for "loop or coil"), a spiral shape evoking …

Canada’s Push for Environmental Protection

December 1, 2024

Updates on PFAS, Plastics & CEPA No progress on rule restricting PFAS & flame retardants Canada is strengthening its regulatory framework for toxic substances, particularly targeting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and flame retardants due to their …

Consumer Product Safety Commission, Agenda for 2025

Most people outside of certain regulated industries have never heard of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). They may recognize that consumer products are regulated, but don’t know by who or the specific requirements that …

Regulatory Issues

CARB The California Air Resources Board (CARB) finally released the product categories planned for the next survey; these categories have the potential to be in the next round of rule development. On Oct. 30, CARB staff presented …

WD-40, NAPA to offer auto tech scholarships

November 30, 2024

WD-40 Brand and NAPA Auto Parts have partnered with TechForce Foundation to offer $50,000 in scholarships, empowering future automotive technicians to jumpstart their careers. According to TechForce Foundation, over 750,000 new technicians are needed to support …

NEST New York to scent Macy’s Parade float, shopping districts

November 27, 2024

Home fragrance brand NEST New York has partnered with Balsam Hill LLC to scent the artificial Christmas tree company's float at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28. Renowned for its classic Christmas décor …

Conagra launches PAM Air Fryer Spray

November 25, 2024

PAM Cooking Spray, from Conagra Brands, Inc., has introduced a new formula specifically designed for one of the U.S.'s most popular kitchen appliances: the air fryer. According to the company, PAM Air Fryer Non-Stick Spray …

Paris Packaging Week to host Pentawards Festival

November 24, 2024

Paris Packaging Week announced that its 2025 edition will host the Pentawards Festival. Building on the success of the 2024 edition held at the Science Museum in London, UK, this partnership will position design at …