Regulation

The EU PPWR is now in effect, bringing new rules on recyclability, recycled content, EPR, PFAS, labeling, and packaging efficiency.

Bio-based and biodegradable plastics are not the same. A new framework separates feedstock, polymer chemistry, and degradation to improve material decisions.

Many medical devices rely on fluoropolymers, and evolving PFAS regulations are creating new compliance and supply-chain challenges.

Apoorva Kulkarni’s doctoral research helped shape ASTM D8646-26, which estimates temperature-dependent biodegradation behavior in aquatic environments.

Reinforced active bioplastics combine mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and antioxidant performance to extend food shelf life.

Halogen-free flame retardants improve fire safety, but compounders still balance processing, durability, smoke, and electrical performance.

Healthcare foams face growing pressure from PCR adoption, PFAS restrictions, EPR policies, and circularity goals across medical supply chains.

The F1 Constructors’ Circularity Handbook helps teams measure material use, waste, and circularity in Formula 1 car manufacturing.

Low-carbon transport strategies can reduce emissions across plastics supply chains, from resin logistics to the movement of recycled materials.

Plastics supply chains are moving from fragmented visibility to predictive control through digital twins, AI, and traceability tools.