Green Dot System: Germany’s Blueprint for a Circular Packaging Economy Germany’s Green Dot System (Der Grüne Punkt), established in 1991, has become a global model for sustainable packaging and waste management. This system, rooted in the principle of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), mandates that producers are accountable for the entire lifecycle of their packaging, including its post-consumer phase. Germany’s…
Tariff Shock: Packaging Industry Pushes Back Against 50% Steel and Aluminum Hike U.S. packaging manufacturers and metals industry leaders are sounding the alarm over President Donald Trump’s newly announced plan to double tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, set to take effect this Wednesday. While the move aims to bolster domestic metal producers, trade groups…
Vietnam Gears Up for Premier Food, Beverage & Packaging Expo in August The Vietfood & Beverage – Propack 2025 exhibition, one of the leading trade events in the food, beverage, and packaging industry, is set to take place from August 7 to 9, 2025, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City….
The Rise of Reusable Menstrual Products 1.Types of Reusable Products Reusable menstrual products include menstrual cups, cloth pads, and period underwear. These alternatives are designed to be washed and reused multiple times, reducing the need for single-use items and their associated packaging. Girls and women need effective, safe, and affordable menstrual products. 2. Environmental Benefits Switching to reusable products…
Surging Packaging Costs Pose New Challenge for Beauty Industry Tariffs on Chinese goods are expected to drive up packaging costs, pushing cosmetic brands toward retail price hikes amid consumer spending slowdowns. The beauty industry is bracing for significant cost pressures after the United States last week imposed a 125% tariff on imports from China — a country that manufactures…
Vietnam Set to Host Leading Food, Beverage, and Packaging Exhibition in August 1. Vietnam Set to Host Leading Food, Beverage, and Packaging Exhibition in August The Vietfood & Beverage – Propack 2025 exhibition, one of the premier trade events in the food, beverage, and packaging industries, will take place from August 7-9, 2025, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention…
ECONOMIC SPOTLIGHT: Vietnam’s Paper Packaging Industry Faces Challenges from Potential U.S. Tariffs As former U.S. President Donald Trump returns to the political stage with proposals to reimpose trade tariffs if re-elected, concerns are rising within Vietnam’s business community—particularly in the paper packaging industry. Changes in U.S. trade policy could trigger ripple effects across this growing sector, which relies heavily…
The Future of Food Packaging: Moving Toward a Sustainable Industry In the face of mounting environmental pressures, the food packaging industry is beginning to undergo a significant transformation. Packaging not only serves to protect products but also has a major impact on the environment, particularly in the form of plastic waste and carbon emissions. As the world grapples with…
More U.S. States Move to Ban Styrofoam to Tackle Pollution and Health Risks As part of a growing national movement to combat plastic pollution, several states across the United States have enacted or are preparing to implement bans on polystyrene foam products, commonly referred to as Styrofoam. These efforts are gaining momentum amid increasing concerns about environmental damage and…
U.S. tariffs – The storm isn’t over: Which Vietnamese industries will be hit the hardest? Although former President Donald Trump’s proposed 46% tariff on Vietnamese goods has been temporarily postponed, the risk hasn’t gone away. Over the next 90 days, this policy could be reactivated—and if it is, several of Vietnam’s key export industries may face severe consequences. Over…
