HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) figures show a similar amount for 2025 (38%), and the remaining 63% of plastic packaging tonnage manufactured in and imported into the UK, 51% met the 30% or more recycled plastic threshold, 11% was either exported, intended for export or converted and less than 1% was exempt because it was used for the immediate packaging of human medicines

Plastic Packaging Tax revenue accrued by HMRC in the financial year 2025 to 2026 totalled £250m, decreasing by 4% compared to 2024 to 2025, which totalled £261m.

Limited-edition packaging can help brands create stronger consumer engagement and test new ideas, but it can also increase production, inventory and supply chain complexity. This article explores how brands can balance creative packaging with operational efficiency by using flexible packaging systems that support both innovation and long-term consistency.

America's No. 1 cake mix brand takes its vibrant new design from the baking aisle to the runway with The Betty Ate Collection, a limited-edition bag drop inspired by the brand's refresh.

Betty Crocker, America's No. 1 cake mix* brand, is serving more than cake this season. Enter the Bettier Than Ever™ era, marked by bold new packaging and The Betty Ate Collection — a trio of limited-edition cake-slice handbags directly inspired by the beloved brand’s updated aesthetic and most iconic cake mix flavors.

The Beauty Business Unit of the French plastic packaging manufacturer has partnered with Yom Beauty to develop the packaging for its new LipSafe-certified lip care range. The young brand ensures that all its ingredients are both cosmetic- and food-grade, and microplastic-free, making the products safe in the event of accidental ingestion.

For the launch, FaiveleyTech has produced a lid and spatula made of bio-based Sulapac Solid material.

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has partnered with Tiptree, the preserves and spreads brand owned by Wilkin & Sons, to deliver certified 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) films for Tiptree’s shrink films and pallet stretch wrap, helping the brand prepare for upcoming UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) changes while maintaining logistics packaging performance.

Ahlstrom, a global leader in fiber-based specialty materials, today announced the commercial release of Grease-Gard® PLUS and Grease-Gard® PRO, two new products of the Grease-Gard® family designed to expand the offering of high-performance grease-resistant papers for the North American quick service restaurant (QSR) and food service market.