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US imposes anti-dumping duties on PP corrugated boxes from China, straining exports

The US Department of Commerce has officially issued anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on PP corrugated boxes from China. Industry associations expect the measures  to increase overhead costs for Chinese plastic product exporters.The anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders are based on the final ruling made by the US International Trade Commission (USITC).
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AI, sorting tech & data optimize packaging recycling systems
Packaging recycling is a key challenge in the global effort to reduce waste and increase circularity. With advanced solutions and a collaborative approach, the industry is exploring scalable, adaptable, and capable technologies to handle complex waste streams. Packaging Insights speaks to Greenback Recycling Technologies, Greyparrot, and Tomra Recycling about the latest innovations in packaging recycling. We also explore the future trends predicted to shape the  industry.
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Lack of clarity over UK pEPR legislation “paralyzing” for brands, warns Aquapak
As EPR regulations come into effect around the world, Aquapak Polymers, a UK-based manufacturer of flexible plastics, has warned that unclear definitions stifle innovation, leading brands to absorb costs and place them onto consumers. Aquapak argues that the UK’s packaging EPR (pEPR) — which came into effect in October 2025 — lacks clarity due to changes in definitions and shifts in guidance. Packaging Insights speaks with Dr. John Williams, chief technology officer at Aquapak, about the cost of EPR regulations for everyday consumers, highlighting how brands are absorbing those costs rather than innovating with circular materials. 
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Dairy packaging innovation
Dairy packaging launches are increasing at a 17% compound annual growth rate from 2021 to 2025, according to data provided by Innova Market Insights. Environmental sustainability remains a major trend, with consumers globally opting for biodegradable packaging for dairy products. Recyclable was the leading sustainable packaging claim, while reusable saw the fastest growth in launches.
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Aicomp Summit 2026: Aicomp spotlights product configuration solutions 

Nacho Balbontín, global head of sales at Aicomp, told us about the company’s product configuration solutions — VCPowerPack, which enables packaging personalization, and Cubicus, designed for companies seeking enterprise resource planning system integration.

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Packaging Innovations 2026 review: Data, design & regulations drive circularity
Packaging Innovations 2026 in Birmingham, UK, welcomed 450 exhibitors showcasing circular packaging design. As the industry adapts to the UK’s packaging EPR and DRS launch, suppliers presented solutions catering to these regulatory shifts. Highlights included recycle-ready monomaterial solutions, compostable packaging and labels, and AI-assisted recyclability data analytics.

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European watchdog probes Liechtenstein on wood packaging recycling shortfalls
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The European Free Trade Association Surveillance Authority (ESA) is investigating Liechtenstein for failing to meet its recycling targets for wooden packaging waste, citing an inefficient waste separation system and a lack of proper infrastructure for recycling wood packaging. Under EEA rules, Liechtenstein was required to recycle at least 15% of its wood packaging waste by 2008. The most recent reporting for the year 2023 shows no recycling of wood packaging. 
Sealed Air launches void reduction machine to cut packaging materials
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Sealed Air has released its I Pack Dual, an automated void reduction system designed to use less packaging material, facilitate warehouse efficiency, and optimize transportation.“The new I Pack Dual demonstrates how Sealed Air continues to lead the automated right-sizing market,” says Byron Racki, global protective president at Sealed Air.
Boxon markets rPET Big Bags for food contact packaging
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Boxon, a global packaging solutions provider, is launching a new generation of rPET Big Bags made from recycled PET bottles. The bags are designed for food, chemical, and other industrial applications. They are reportedly the first recycled Big Bags approved for direct food contact. Starting this week, the solution is introduced across the EMEA market. The new Big Bag is said to be an “important step forward” in circular industrial packaging and meets regulatory requirements under the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and corporate sustainability targets. “Companies today need packaging solutions that support compliance and operational efficiency,” says Florence Abgrall, business unit manager at Boxon. 
Baralan upgrades cosmetic glass packaging ahead of EU regulations
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Baralan, an Italy-based primary packaging designer for cosmetics, has enhanced its glass airless technology with the DEA 2.0 container, driven by increasing consumer demand for “responsible” solutions. Baralan’s glass airless technology aims to ensure precise and consistent dispensing, protecting the formula from air and potential contamination, and maintaining a clean, premium appearance throughout the entire lifecycle of the product. 
Aicomp Summit 2026 review: Human-centric AI, digitalization & compliance shape...
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Facilitating efficiency and regulatory compliance emerged as key benefits of the packaging industry’s accelerating digitalization at the Aicomp Summit in Vienna, Austria, last week. Event speakers also highlighted the importance of keeping the human element at the center of the industry’s digital transformation to stay ahead of the competition. René Chomsé, data scientist and IT consultant at Aicomp, tells Packaging Insights that he expects AI and machine learning (ML) to continue changing the packaging industry over the coming years. 
China’s dairy trends: Lactalis Ingredients highlights clean label, high-protein...
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At Food Ingredients China in Shanghai (Mar 17–19), Lactalis Ingredients is highlighting a range of dairy solutions that tap into the nation’s growing market, where demand for high-protein and functional foods continues to rise. From milk powders to proteins, including whey and dairy fats, Lactalis solutions are developed to meet the technical, nutritional, and functional requirements of its customers. Lactalis is using the trade show as a key touchpoint in China, a major growth market for dairy, sports nutrition, and infant and functional nutrition.
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Singapore to launch national DRS for beverage containers in...
The Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS) will launch Singapore’s DRS for metal cans and plastic bottles this April. Starting next month, the scheme will cover more than one billion beverage containers used annually, allowing the scheme operator to recover over 16,000 metric tons of material per year. We speak to the BCRS to hear more about the DRS’s setup and how the scheme operator plans to encourage citizen participation. 
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Aicomp Summit 2026 live: Domino Printing Sciences talks...
At the ongoing Aicomp Summit in Vienna, Austria (March 11–13), we speak with Lee Metters, group business development director at Domino Printing Sciences, about the latest developments in data integration, market segment shifts, and regulatory challenges facing the printing and packaging industry. At the event, Metters tells Packaging Insights that he aims to learn more about how the degree of digitalization in the packaging industry will affect printing processes. 
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Top Packaging Trends 2026: Navigating sustainability,...
Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2026, with “Substantiated Sustainability” taking top spot. This trend emphasizes the need for verified environmental claims, driven by stricter regulations, such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging but are wary of greenwashing, meaning brands must back sustainability claims with scientific evidence. The second trend, “Digital-Enhanced Designs,” highlights the growing role of digital technologies like AI, augmented reality, and QR codes in packaging. These innovations improve consumer engagement and product traceability, while digital product passports offer detailed lifecycle data.

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Beauty and care packagingMar2026

Innova Market Insights’ data shows a 3% compound annual growth rate in beauty and personal care packaging launches from 2024 to 2025. More than 20% of launches were packaged in folded cartons, while 7...

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Breakthrough barrier coatings Mar 2026

Freshness is a key factor consumers use to assess F&B packaging quality, according to Innova Market Insights. Barrier coatings on packaging help preserve freshness and flavor by protecting products from bacteria and external contaminants. New product launches indicate that brands are increasingly emphasizing this packaging benefit in their communications.

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Dairy packaging innovationMar 2026

Dairy packaging launches are increasing at a 17% compound annual growth rate from 2021 to 2025, according to data provided by Innova Market Insights. Environmental sustainability remains a major trend, with consumers globally opting for biodegradable packaging for dairy products. Recyclable was the leading sustainable packaging claim, while reusable saw the fastest growth in launches.

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Aicomp Summit 2026: Aicomp spotlights product configuration solutions 

Nacho Balbontín, global head of sales at Aicomp, told us about the company’s product configuration solutions — VCPowerPack, which enables packaging personalization, and Cubicus, designed for companies seeking enterprise resource planning system integration.

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