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How consumers will associate shape of metal packaging with specific attributes

How consumers will associate shape of metal packaging with specific attributes

Effective marketing strategies depend on shape of packaging and semantics that associate with the product. Tests have shown relationships between packaging and brand attributes, which can benefit packaging designers who base their solutions on sensory marketing. While these semantic associations are unique for each individual, this knowledge is still important for marketers to understand. Here's a deeper look at how the shape of packaging conveys meanings to consumers.

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Aluminium and Tinplate packaging in the EU - suitability aspects for food contact

Aluminium and Tinplate packaging in the EU - suitability aspects for food contact

In this article, we will address the guidelines that are required for aluminium and tinplate packaging in the EU that are suitable for food contact.

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Metal packaging of food or cosmetics in the USA - what is generally recognized as safe?

Metal packaging of food or cosmetics in the USA - what is generally recognized as safe?

The United States Congress passed a set of laws known as the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C) in 1938. FD&C gave the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the authority to oversee the safety of food, drugs and cosmetic products. The impetus behind passing the FD&C Act was to prevent tragedies, such as the instance of more than 100 patients dying as a result of using diethylene glycol to dissolve a sulfanilamide medication to be used in a liquid form from reoccurring.

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Tinplate and Aluminum Cosmetic Containers - Sustainability Considerations

Tinplate and Aluminum Cosmetic Containers - Sustainability Considerations

New millennium manufacturing and packaging go hand in hand with sustainability. Tinplate and aluminum containers are both eco-friendly and can be recycled, which is why the demand for these materials continues to grow in the cosmetic industry. Here's a deeper look at why tinplate and aluminum containers are useful and favored for packaging for beauty products.

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Global metal packaging trends - how should we package in 2017

Global metal packaging trends - how should we package in 2017

Packing manufacturers from around the world recently gathered to get a glimpse of upcoming 2017 metal packaging trends at Luxe Pack New York. The two-day event, held at Pier 92 in Manhattan, is considered by industry experts to be the "premier show for creative packaging." The trade show attracted over 240 vendors from the packing industry to learn about the latest developments in beauty, fragrance and other commodities that use attractive packaging for marketing. Here's a breakdown of packaging trends to look for in the coming year.

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