As of November 2025, seven U.S. states have enacted comprehensive EPR laws for packaging, with implementation advancing rapidly. Additional states like Hawaii and Rhode Island have passed needs assessment laws, paving the way for potential future programs. What is EPR for Packaging? Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws shift the financial
What is EPR for Packaging? Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws shift the financial and operational burden of packaging waste management from municipalities and taxpayers to producers (e.g., manufacturers, brand owners, importers, or distributors). These laws aim to reduce packaging waste, increase recycling rates, and promote sustainable packaging design. As of 2025, seven
As the push for sustainability gains traction across the U.S., five states—Oregon, Colorado, Maine, California, and Minnesota—are setting the pace in implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging. These laws shift the cost and responsibility of packaging waste management from municipalities to producers, aiming to create a circular economy
To produce and distribute food products in the United States, companies must comply with manufacturing, handling and packaging regulations defined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In addition, organizations must ensure that food labels meet the standards laid out in the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA). Small
When a medical device arrives at its final destination, medical professionals are often eager to put it to good use on behalf of their patients. While the packaging that a medical device was shipped in is usually quickly discarded, it is important to take note of the critical role that
The COVID-19 worldwide pandemic has affected the daily lives of millions of people and put a severe strain on our healthcare system. As a result of this, the need for flexible packaging is increasing at a rapid rate. Industry experts expect to see a substantial growth in demand for these
Where is flexible packaging headed in 2020? A number of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities are driving continued innovation and adoption across numerous sectors. Sustainability Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, but a critical goal and ambition for nearly every industry. In flexible packaging, it’s not enough to just reduce the
Batavia, IL. – January 27, 2020: Eagle Flexible Packaging announced today that it achieved a 98 out of 100 – its highest score to date as a company on its SQF Food Safety Audit. “We recently completed our two-day surprise/unannounced audit for both our Food Safety and Quality Management System (QMS).
The ultimate goal of sustainability is a circular economy—a particularly important goal for the packaging industry. Reducing waste is a great goal, but eliminating it is the ultimate plan of the Recycling Partnership, a U.S. nonprofit working hard to transform how Americans recycle. To that end, the Recycling Partnership recently
The Flexible Packaging Association’s annual report illustrates the tremendous growth of the flexible packaging segment. According to the 2018 State of the Flexible Packaging Industry Report, flexibles make up about 19% of the packaging industry in the United States—the 2nd-largest segment of a $167 billion industry. Trailing only corrugated paper,
The rapid expansion of the cannabis industry reflects the optimistic expectation that widespread adoption of the various derived products is all but certain. Even as laws constantly change and new regulations are developed, products, dispensaries, and even edible applications are popping up across the country—along with methods to deliver these
Consumers buy food products every day, but rarely realize how much trust is required in the transaction. With a rash of recalls in recent months, earning and retaining consumer trust is more important than ever. People will never stop buying food—it’s a necessity. But manufacturers who maintain food quality across the
Batavia, IL. – December 06, 2018: Eagle Flexible Packaging announced today that it has achieved the highest level of certification for the SQF Edition 8, the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacture of Food Packaging and the SQF Quality Code. SQFI (Safe Quality Food Institute) has created a Quality Program for
As the cannabis market expands across the country in response to medical and recreational use legislation, a growing number of entrepreneurs are setting up shop. The highly regulated cannabis market poses a number of challenges that can sink a seller if they aren’t careful to comply. Regulations aren’t limited to
More than ever, consumers care about what they eat—and not just the finished product, but everything that goes into it. Responsible manufacturers care too, at every level of the supply chain. As a packaging supplier, Eagle Flexible Packaging shares that same concern, and that’s why we’re so excited to have
To keep kids safe from the threat of choking hazards, government regulations are in place to help consumers make informed decisions about product purchases and safe home storage. Labeling rules for toys and games for children 12 and under are specified in the Consumer Product Safety Act and Federal Hazardous Substances Act. Children
Food safety certifications are crucial, and in many cases, mandatory for professional food service jobs related to the preparation, handling and storage of food. But it’s not just food service professionals who can benefit from these certifications. Food packaging specialists can also make themselves more valuable in the competitive space
A wide range of markets, including the pharmaceutical, beauty and food industries, experience the negative effects of counterfeit product packaging on a far too frequent basis. As this counterfeiting epidemic continues to cause problems for brands both big and small, it’s more important than ever to keep product labeling and packaging in
There are many reasons why nationally recognized names in the food industry utilize flexible packaging. Whether it’s reducing costs and waste, improving storage and increasing shelf space, or benefiting your bottom line, flexible packaging plays a crucial role in the success of your business and product. But most importantly, flexible
In May 2016, the FDA introduced new food and beverage labeling requirements that aim to provide consumers with updated health facts and nutritional information. While flexible packaging companies still have until mid-2018 to fully comply with these changes, it’s important to plan and prepare so you can stay ahead of the
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