South Africa tightens EPR rules for packaging and plastics
South Africa’s environment ministry has outlined policy direction for the country’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme for packaging and plastics,…
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Mohamed Dabo
Mohamed Dabo is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in financial reporting. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous work in the United States and France, along with his numerous contributions to business and financial publications over the years.
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UK to charge packaging fees based on recyclability
The UK government has published detailed plans to adjust packaging waste charges so that producers pay fees linked to how…
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France clarifies food packaging and food contact materials rules
France has clarified its framework for food packaging and food contact materials (FCMs), setting out detailed compliance, labelling and documentation…
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UK exporters confront stricter EU packaging waste rules
UK businesses exporting packaged goods to the EU must prepare for tighter rules under the EU packaging and packaging waste…
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FDA food traceability rule update for packaging suppliers
The US government has updated its FDA food traceability rule under FSMA 204, issuing draft guidance and setting a July…
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Dubai confirms final phase of single-use plastics ban
Dubai has formally implemented the final phase of its single-use plastics ban, with new restrictions now in force from 1…
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FDA eases rules on “no artificial colours” food labels
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated how food and drink makers can use no artificial colours claims…
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South Korea moves to label-free water packaging
South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has confirmed that all bottled drinking water in the domestic market must…
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China outlines reforms to modernise packaging waste systems
China has unveiled a new national action plan to strengthen solid waste management, setting out reforms that will have direct…
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EU scraps national packaging rules for one standard
The European Union has introduced a new EU packaging regulation that replaces varied national laws with a single, harmonised set…