Maria Rachal

The judge in Oregon who upheld the constitutionality of the state’s packaging EPR law is overseeing this case. Key next steps in the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors’ appeal are expected in December and January.

Circular Action Alliance submitted the plan — with lower budget projections — to CalRecycle on Tuesday. On Wednesday, it announced a CEO transition later this year.

Plastic bottles, closed-cell PE foam, reusable PE food containers and molded fiber are some of the materials and items slated for new U.S. production capacity from a range of companies.

Procuring containers that fit local needs has highlighted gaps in U.S. manufacturing, according to Perpetual. In California alone, EPR funds could create a $600 million market opportunity for reusable packaging.

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The trade group, which represents auto parts retailers, filed to intervene in an ongoing lawsuit. ACA says some members will be charged fees by Circular Action Alliance and the Lubricants Packaging Management Association.

Beverage can volumes were up 6% in Q3 in an expensive environment. The canmaker discussed significant cost headwinds in 2026 and planned repricing in 2027.

Shipments of packaging machinery continue to grow while states increasingly grapple with packaging legislation, according to Pack Expo speakers from Ameripen, the Flexible Packaging Association and PMMI.

Cartons, boxes and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard are among the products that will no longer be subject to a 50% tariff under Section 338.

Even though the transition is voluntary for some sectors, retailers and brand owners are waking up to demand for data, GS1 representatives said at Pack Expo.