Regulatory bodies in the U.S. are increasingly concerned with a chemical commonly found in nonstick packaging, citing evidence that it’s a carcinogen that accumulates in the human body over time. Accordingly, several bans on the compound are being...
Ciba® IRGACLEAR® XT 386 high-performance clarifier for polypropylene has been approved by the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at a new, higher concentration of up to 250 ppm in polypropylene random copolymers and homopolymers. The...
Mirel™ producer reportedly agrees to supply biodegradable resin to a bag mfr. for the production of BioTuf™ compostable film. Bags formed using the resin are said to provide improved toughness and tensile properties yielding higher performance...
Packing peanuts present a host of problems for packers and package recipients alike. Peanuts - technically known as expanded polystyrene loose fill - are messy, marginally effective for void filling and cushioning, and exceedingly difficult to...
MORTON GROVE, IL, PRNewswire -- To celebrate its silver anniversary this year, Lifeway Foods, Inc. is serving up innovative new offerings that continue to meet consumers' demands for delicious, healthy foods with functional ingredients that...
