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Barrier Film Laminations Explained: How to Choose Packaging for Food, Pharma, Cosmetics, and Pets

Barrier Film Laminations Explained: How to Choose Packaging for Food, Pharma, Cosmetics, and Pets

The Short Answer: What Is Barrier Packaging? Barrier packaging refers to flexible packaging materials engineered to block or limit the transmission of gases, moisture, light, and aromas. The goal is simple: protect what's inside. Different products face different threats. Some need protection from oxygen that causes spoilage. Others need defense against water vapor that leads to clumping or degradation. Many require shields from UV light that breaks down active ingredients. The right barrier...

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Refill Packaging – Spouted Pouches/Fitment Pouches

Refill Packaging – Spouted Pouches/Fitment Pouches

The Short Answer: What Is Refillable Packaging? Refillable packaging is exactly what it sounds like: packaging designed to be filled, emptied, and filled again. Instead of tossing a container after one use, consumers keep a primary vessel (like a glass bottle or reusable container) and purchase refills to replenish it. This approach cuts down on packaging waste, reduces carbon emissions tied to manufacturing and transportation, and gives brands a smarter way to meet growing consumer demand for...

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New Year Roundup: Flexible Packaging Trends of 2026

New Year Roundup: Flexible Packaging Trends of 2026

Look Ahead: Flexible Packaging Trends in 2026 The flexible packaging industry is heading into 2026 with serious momentum. 2025 brought new sustainability mandates, rising consumer expectations for convenience, and mounting pressure on brands and their packaging partners to adapt faster than ever. The industry responded with innovation across the board: recyclable film structures, premium matte finishes, smart packaging technologies, high-barrier solutions, and a renewed focus on speed to...

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