Jim ButschliCoding, Printing & LabelingFDA amends packaging/labeling provisions on cGMP regs for drugsFinal ruling goes into effect March 20, 2013; aims to prevent label mix-ups, protect consumers, and eliminate regulatory burden.March 29, 2012HomeNew unit-dose spray device for cancer patientsSingle unit-dose device disperses a fine mist under the tongue for breakthrough cancer pain.March 28, 2012HomeBusiness factors stir the packaging stewHow does packaging fit into an ever-changing business climate that includes an uneven job outlook, record-high gas prices, and global complexities?March 27, 2012RecyclingChina’s packaging presence growingReport says the country aims to be the world’s top packaging producer by the end of this year.March 26, 2012Cosmetics/Personal careVaseline is easy on the skin; packaging’s easy on the eyesSkincare science, natural ingredients, modernized packaging help market reformulated skincare lotion to global consumers.March 26, 2012Blisters/clamshells/thermoforming materialsThermoformed 'pot' extends shelf life for soupDélices de la Mer’s “on-the-go” soup uses PP/EVOH/PP structure to gain 12-month shelf life in French retail market.March 23, 2012Cosmetics/Personal careTest tube-shaped package for cosmeticsGreek company uses packaging design to market OTC skincare products in pharmacies.March 21, 2012Sustainable PackagingGrant issued to study sheep's wool for packaging and shipping vaccinesTo combat growing vaccine waste, a U.K. government initiative reportedly will back R&D of sheep's wool packaging for pharmaceuticals.March 19, 2012FlexiblesSealing technologyDr. Jane Severin, vp of technology for Oliver-Tolas Healthcare Packaging, demonstrates the company’s VisiSeal® technology for quick inspections of seals during MD&M West 2012 in Anaheim, CA.March 19, 2012RecyclingFDA considering waiving some prescription requirementsAgency to seek public input on allowing popular meds to switch from Rx-to-OTC to improve patient access to certain meds, which could impact package design and labeling.March 15, 2012Previous PagePage 101 of 192Next Page
