Frito-Lay, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, has introduced refreshed packaging for its Tostitos tortilla chip brand in the United States. The redesign focuses on the brand's heritage, ingredient quality and the role its products play in bringing people together.

The updated packaging aims to communicate the story behind Tostitos more clearly while improving product differentiation on retail shelves. According to the company, the new visual identity is inspired by tradition and designed to highlight craftsmanship, quality and connection.

PepsiCo has introduced a seasonal lineup of Halloween-themed snacks, beverages and variety packs for 2026, combining limited-edition flavours, festive product formats and convenient multipacks to meet consumer demand during the Halloween season.

The global popularity of Labubu collectible toys has brought renewed attention to the environmental challenges associated with blind-box packaging and the growing volume of waste generated by consumer trends. While the surprise element of these products has helped drive consumer engagement, concerns are mounting over the recyclability of their packaging and the disposal of unwanted collectibles.

The certification is based on the CHI Recyclability Standard, which aligns with the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), specifically Category 12.

Herma’s Self-adhesive Materials division has received certification from the independent cyclos-HTP Institute confirming that seven PP- and PE-based self-adhesive materials can be removed from rigid polypropylene (PP) packaging during cold-water washing at 40°C. The company believes it is the first supplier to achieve this certification for the rigid PP recycling stream.

• Trump acts as Republican Maine senator faces close race
• Senator Susan Collins had asked for tariff relief
• Plywood sheets, paper products among goods exempted
• Trump targets other Canadian products to offset relief

With an incumbent Maine US senator from his own party locked in a tight reelection battle, President Donald Trump signed an order on Friday to ​remove 50% tariffs on some Canadian agricultural and forestry products in a move that could benefit companies from the northern state.

HERMA has achieved a significant milestone in recycling-friendly labelling by obtaining independent certification for seven self-adhesive label materials that can be completely removed from rigid polypropylene (PP) packaging during cold-water washing. The development is expected to support the production of cleaner recycled plastics and improve the recyclability of PP packaging.