Plastic Packaging

Britannia, Colgate and Nestle will be most impacted by the new plastic waste management (PWM) rules that are likely to push up packaging costs for consumer firms, suggests a note by Kotak Institutional Equities. These new rules are likely to be implemented starting in a phased manner starting fiscal 2024-25 (FY25).
On the other hand, Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), ITC, Jyothy Labs and Varun Beverages Limited (VBL), the report said, will be least impacted by the new PWM rules.

Organic gardening brand Back to the Roots is digging deeper into sustainability by transitioning its best-selling Organic Potting Mix to bags made of certified circular, 100% post-consumer recycled plastic (PCR).

It’s claimed as first in the soil category. Notably, the PCR leverages material from an advanced recycling process.

Innovia Films, a leader in material science and a major producer of BOPP films, has unveiled a new white ultra low-density film, VL40, specifically designed for ice cream flow wrap packaging. This innovative film is now available from Innovia's site in Płock, Poland.

The VL40 film is engineered to perform efficiently on high-speed flow wrap machines used by ice cream manufacturers across Europe. It is easily printable and sealable, making it a versatile choice for packaging ice cream products.

The following steps have been taken to strengthen implementation of Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 and to implement ban on identified single use plastic items:

"Dr. Stephane Bertaux, who oversees Brand Owner Collaboration and Circular Economy for Southeast Asia at Siegwerk Thailand, explains, "Flexible packaging predominantly consists of mixed materials, presenting difficulties for traditional recycling methods. Adopting mono-material packaging is vital to streamline packaging recycling processes, ultimately enhancing circularity."

The red packaging of one of Australia’s best-known confectionary brands is changing in a big way, with the people behind the change labelling it the most “important” switch ever.

Allen’s has always been easy to spot in the supermarket aisle due to its bold colour and fun characters.

But now Nestle, who own the brand, is giving the party favourites a makeover.

The packaging will now be matte, and in the process, will reduce the amount of plastic the brand uses.

Rihanna dropped another new product, this time under the Fenty Skin umbrella. The new Hydrating Body Milk joins the Fenty Skin Butt Drop family. 
 
This body cream comes in earth-conscious packaging, consisting of a recyclable glass bottle, a pump made from 50% PCR material, and a recyclable outer box made from FSC material.
 
The Butta Drop Hydrating Body Milk has a lightweight, milky texture that quickly absorbs into the skin.
 

 Emerald Packaging, Inc., a packaging company for produce in the U.S., collaborated with D'Arrigo California, a grower, packer and shipper of fresh produce that ships under the Andy Boy label, to develop a post-consumer recycled (PCR) bag for its romaine hearts products. The bag will be available in all grocers that carry Andy Boy romaine hearts across North America.