TUBEX has won a German Packaging Award in the sustainability category for its collaboration with Cien, a brand owned by supermarket giant Lidl. Cien Pure & Fresh deodorant is the first aerosol deodorant in the world to be printed with natural ink. The print was the ‘last missing piece’ needed to manufacture the most sustainable monobloc aluminium aerosol can,... [Read More]

Australian supermarket giant Woolworths is locking away all aerosol deodorant products in its Northern Territory stores to reduce inhalant abuse among young people. So-called ‘chroming’ is a form of volatile substance abuse involving the inhalation of solvents such as aerosol deodorants or other household chemicals. Health professionals have warned this can lead... [Read More]

Unilever has reported a strong performance for the first half of 2021 with an underlying sales growth of 5.4%, despite ‘volatile’ market conditions. While Unilever’s operating environment has seen improvements, it remains volatile, the organisation said. Restrictions on daily life are still in place globally, impacting channel dynamics, sales mix, and consumer... [Read More]

BikeMaster has launched new aerosol cleaning products and lubricants for motorcycles, UTVs and dirt bikes. Based in Texas, US, BikeMaster’s new performance chemicals are suited for use on bikes that operate in environments with heat, road grime, dirt and mud. The new offering includes contact cleaner, penetrating gel lubricant, brake cleaner, chain wax, and dirt defence... [Read More]

Aerosol dispensing company LINDAL Group has introduced an advanced spray imaging system to help deliver new levels of spray performance insight for customers. LINDAL already conducts spray analysis in the form of flow, particle size, spray angle and shape, and spray pattern performance on its standard product range, as well as bespoke solutions developed with its innovation... [Read More]

Trivium Packaging has collaborated with Mist Drinks to launch an innovative aerosol drinks product. Using Trivium’s aluminium packaging, the new product line is designed for cocktail enthusiasts, allowing them to recreate their favourite drinks at home. Trivium, a leader in infinitely recyclable and reusable metal packaging, partnered with Prodipani to launch the... [Read More]

Mall + Herlan has added several innovations to its machinery portfolio. With hardly any exhibitions taking place last year, Mall + Herlan is kicking off 2021 with new innovations in its machinery portfolio. First up, is its new high-speed line CMX. Mall + Herlan’s impact extrusion line comprises the complete technology to produce monobloc aerosol cans or bottles.... [Read More]

A recent survey into surface sanitising revealed that leak proof packaging, ease of use, and portability are the top priorities for consumers. Aptar Beauty + Home conducted a consumer behaviour study in North America to better understand consumer preferences, priorities, and behaviours towards sanitising surfaces while on the go. Research indicated there is a need... [Read More]

Johnson & Johnson is recalling all lots of five Neutrogena® and Aveeno® aerosol sunscreen product lines due to the presence of benzene. Internal testing identified low levels of benzene in some samples of the products. Benzene is classified as a human carcinogen, a substance that could potentially cause cancer depending on the level and extent of exposure. Benzene... [Read More]

Fire crews in Essex, UK were called to a blaze on the M11 southbound motorway after a heavy goods vehicle carrying aerosol cans caught fire. The fire began shortly before 5pm with crews from five fire stations attending. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service station manager Dave Bond said: “The articulated lorry was carrying aerosol cans which exploded and scattered... [Read More]