Food packaging manufacturers need to be prepared for the continuation of new laws and regulations banning or restricting food packaging and food contact materials.

While biobased plastics offer myriad benefits related to sustainability, there are some concerns related to biodegradability.

As concerns about impurities in food contact materials have increased, existing regulatory requirements that impact such impurities are discussed.

The European Union (and others—including policy makers, companies, and organizations—have recently announced goals to reduce or eliminate the amount of plastic packaging sent to landfills.