Analysts and shipping executives say the expect costs to fall later this year as companies receive vessels they ordered two to three years ago.
Category: Containers and Packaging
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Woman Sues Tomato Company, Saying Those Weren’t San Marzanos in the Can
A federal judge said the lawsuit, in which a California woman accused Simpson Imports of using “highly misleading” packaging, could proceed. The company says its labels do not call the product “San Marzano.”
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The Look of Vapes Has Changed. Here’s Why the Shift Has Experts Worried.
Bright colors, rounded edges: Many of today’s most popular vaping devices are a perfect match for the Gen Z aesthetic. Experts are concerned.
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A New Generation of Lube Has the Chic Look of Beauty Products
With minimalist labeling and elegant packaging, a new generation of personal lubricants can seem more self-care than sex aid. Make room on the night stand.
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Design Advice for a Less Toxic Life
Advice on healthy candles, purging kitchen plastic and the art of dyeing fabric naturally.
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What to Know About the Recent Eye Drop Recalls
The New York Times – Business:Global Pharma recalled eye drops in February after they were tied to a drug-resistant bacteria strain linked to at least one death. Two more companies have since recalled eye drops.
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Gucci Westman Introduces Her New Skin Care Brand, Westman Atelier
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Gucci Westman, a makeup artist who specializes in understated perfection, has a new offering.
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Why Toblerone Is Dropping a Famous Swiss Mountain From Its Packaging
The New York Times – Business:The chocolate maker must drop an image of the Matterhorn from its packaging to comply with Swiss laws as it moves some production abroad.
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Soy, Oat and Almond Drinks Can be Called Milk: FDA
The New York Times – Business:Plant-based beverage makers hailed the agency’s decision but objected to the recommendation for labels to specify the nutritional differences with cow’s milk.
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Big Soda’s Alcohol Drinks Worry Health Experts
The New York Times – Business:PepsiCo and Coca-Cola enter hard soda markets, causing concerns among regulators and researchers.
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R.J. Reynolds Pivots to New Cigarette Pitches as Flavor Ban Takes Effect
The New York Times – Business:Now that California’s tobacco prohibitions are in place, some Camel and Newport items are billed as newly “fresh” or “crisp” non-menthol versions.