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Understanding the risks posed by nonintentionally added substances (NIAS) in recycled polyolefin materials used as food contact materials (FCMs) in packaging is necessary to safeguard public and environmental health, according to a recently published study.

Researchers at Iowa State University recently highlighted the necessity of monitoring NIAS contaminants and aligning them with regulations to limit the use of potentially harmful additives in plastics.

Tony’s Chocolonely has been “forced” to change the colour of its packaging in Germany after legal action from Mondelez International.

The dispute centred on what Mondelez calls its “distinctive Milka lilac colour”, which is associated with the US giant’s Milka chocolate brand.

It's almost trick-or-treating season and McDonald's has delicious news for everyone. McDonald's Halloween-themed Happy Meals are returning for the spooky season in four different styles this year. The iconic festive pails will be available in limited supply at McDonald's stores from October 17. Instead of regular paper packaging, these Happy Meal variants will be plastic buckets. There will be four colour options to choose from - orange, white, green, and purple, which is the latest addition to the series. Moreover, the four characters will be - monster, skeleton, mummy, and vampire.

Perviously, the guide has been translated into English, German, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, Thai, Latvian, Czech, Hungarian and Georgian.  

Created by WPO, Circular Analytics, FH Campus University of Applied Sciences and ECR Community, the guide serves as an initial resource for best practice examples. It employs state-of-the-art technology that can be adapted and customised to align with the recovery and recyclability capabilities and infrastructure at both regional and local levels.

For years, anime fans have been making McDonald's-inspired "WcDonald's" restaurants a part of anime's most memorable movies and shows. Now, in collaboration with some of the biggest names in anime, WcDonald's will make the move from fiction to real life. Beginning in Canada on Feb. 27, we're building on our fans' vision and imagination by unleashing the WcDonald's universe in our restaurants and beyond, with a special McNuggets® sauce, manga-inspired packaging, and episodic shorts.

GCA's Glass Packaging Usage Study found that 77% of bottled and mineral water consumers prefer glass because it is considered healthy.

Further results found that users largely prefer glass packaging because it does not leak any odour or taste to the contents, it is reliable, and it extends the product’s shelf life.

The redesigned packaging specifies the cooking time for each food variant. The one-step cooking method is illustrated visually on the front bottom of the pack - simply take the pack, add water, and vegetables/paneer/chicken as desired.

Mother's Recipe has revamped its Ready to Cook product packaging. The new design embodies a modern and contemporary look, aiming to set a fresh and vibrant tone for the Ready to Cook range. It also aligns with the brand's values and commitments to authenticity, innovation, and consumer well-being, the company shared in a statement.

Tata Tea Premium, a prominent flagship brand within the extensive Tata Tea portfolio, is celebrating India's diverse cultural heritage through its #DeshKaGarv initiative on Independence Day. By embracing this initiative, the brand is honouring India's multifaceted art, diverse culture, and rich heritage.

The digital campaign takes place over three weeks in November across three cities – London, Bristol and Glasgow. Aimed at commuters who often buy single-use food and drink packaging while on-the-go, it raises awareness of the benefits of choosing reuse along with some playful ‘hacks’ to remember reusable containers.

Barriers to reuse
Most people own some form of reusable packaging, from flasks and sports bottles to takeaway containers. Despite this, one of the key barriers to reuse is forgetting to bring reusables when leaving the house.