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December 3, 2008

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Biodegradable shrink film

PLAnet™, Clysar’s biodegradable shrink film, is made from 100 percent corn.

December 2, 2008

Bio-based

Organic hand & body cream comes in paper jar...

For the ultimate "green" consumer comes Organic Essence, a line of pure shea butter and shea cream packaged in a paper jar.

November 20, 2008

Sustainable Packaging

Begin with the end in mind when planning life-cycle analysis

The U.S. corrugated industry is in the process of conducting a life-cycle analysis to help answer the growing number of questions being asked about packaging by customers, retailers, and consumers.

November 2, 2008

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Last spring BASF announced the construction of a new facility in Germany for the production of the biodegradable material Ecoflex. .

October 5, 2008

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Bottle/can combo engages several senses

Beverage Creations, Inc., St. Paul, MN, is set to release a first-of-its-kind combination product that delivers more than just a breath of fresh air.

October 4, 2008

Flexibles

Nanotech and food

Nanotechnology holds great promise in the food packaging arena.

October 3, 2008

Sustainability

Promoting PLA to the consumer

The claims made about PLA to consumers differ in their relevance, as well as in their susceptibility to attacks; therefore, strategic thought should go into their choice.

September 26, 2008

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Reader Robert L. Haag asked the following question. Do any of our readers have an answer for him? We will post your answers in the next issue.

September 14, 2008

Recycling

Good Earth packaging is, in fact, good for the earth...

Good Earth™ thermoformed packaging contains an additive that makes it biodegradable and compostable—even if it ends up in a landfill.

September 3, 2008

Additives, coatings & inks

It's 2012---Where is your resin coming from?

Smart makers and users of packaging are already closely monitoring the performance and cost of Middle East polymers and packaging products.

August 31, 2008

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The Sustainable Outlook newsletter has a new name—Greener Package.

August 10, 2008

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August 4, 2008