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Apr 4, 2023
Arterial bleeding management spray receives FDA clearance
Sustainability News
Mar 30, 2023
The European Aerosol Federation (FEA) has launched a voluntary initiative that intends to transparently demonstrate the aerosol industry's transition to fully recyclable plastic aerosol dispensers.
The trade association noted that the European Commission (EC) adoted a European Strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy in January 2018.
The EC is set to develop requirements... [Read More]
Features
Mar 27, 2023
Germany-based Aerochemica is a contract filler with a very diverse portfolio. The firm spoke to World Aerosols about its Covid bounce-back and its optimistic outlook.
AeroChemica Dr Deppe is a medium-sized family business that is located in Kempen in the west of Germany, near the Dutch border. It produces approximately 20 million spray cans per year on about 8.000m²... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 23, 2023
The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) will hold its well-loved Innovation Day on 19 April at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, England.
This year's focus will be on various aspects of environmental sustainability and the circular economy, with mono-material products, composite containers, refillable aerosol solutions and even forthcoming propellants from non-fossil... [Read More]
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Mar 22, 2023
The Latin American Aerosol Federation (FLADA) has announced that the 11th Latin American Aerosol Congress will take place in the Goldencenter convention place in Buenos Aires city on September 13 – 14, 2023.
The Aerosol Congress is the main aerosol industry event in Latin America and that brings together all the players of the industry. Latin America is a region with... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 22, 2023
Zevo has today (22 March) announced the release of its new On-Body Mosquito + Tick Repellents that provide odourless, non-sticky and complete protection against mosquitoes and ticks for up to eight hours, announced brand owner Procter & Gamble (P&G).
The corporation said it had conducted research that revealed customers' dissatisfaction concerning insect repellents'... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 21, 2023
The Comité Français des Aérosols (CFA) Statistics Commission met on 10 March to compile 2022 production figures of aerosols in France.
The findings have now been released, and the CFA stated that, in 2022, the production of aerosol dispensers in France increased by 8.7% (649,78 million units vs 598 million units in 2021) - all segments combined.
This growth saw production... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 17, 2023
Ball Corporation has released its new Climate Transition Plan, which outlines the company's planned pathway and evolution into a fully circular and decarbonised business, allowing it to better serve its stakeholders and deliver solutions that benefit the planet, it said.
The plan was released alongside Ball's 2022 Combined Report, which details the company's stated commitment... [Read More]
Other News
Mar 16, 2023
Bradley Hope, a teenager from New South Wales in Australia tragically died after inhaling from an aerosol. His mother has told an inquest that: "We as a society can't afford to lose one more young life in this way ... there must be answers or solutions to prevent this," according to Daily Mail Australia.
Hope died in December 2019, after using an inhalant with friends... [Read More]
Pharmaceutical/Veterinary News
Mar 13, 2023
Pfizer has announced the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ZAVZPRET™ (zavegepant) - "the first and only" calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
In its pivotal Phase 3 study, ZAVZPRET was statistically superior to placebo on the co-primary endpoints of... [Read More]
Features
Mar 10, 2023
Bill Frauenheim, vice president, operations at Diversified CPC International spoke to World Aerosols about his career, achievements and aspirations for 2023.
Can you tell me about your journey from the start of your career to your current role?
“I began my career with Diversified CPC in 1983 after graduating with a Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering degree from... [Read More]
Policy News
Mar 9, 2023
On 1 January 2024, the Canadian Volatile Organic Compound Concentration Limits for Certain Products Regulations come into force.
The regulations, published as final in January 2022, establish concentration limits for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for many household, personal care, commercial, institutional, and industrial products, and apply to any company that... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 8, 2023
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) has announced the election of its new Board of Directors chair Barbara Menarguez, general manager of fragrance and beauty at CHANEL. Menarguez has built a dynamic career in the beauty industry and currently oversees CHANEL’s marketing, sales, education and sales planning, said PCPC.
"Barbara’s impressive accomplishments and... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 8, 2023
Procter & Gamble’s (P&G) Zevo brand of insecticide spray partnered with humanitarian and disaster relief organisation, Matthew 25: Ministries (M25) to meet a need "often overlooked" in post-hurricane relief efforts – bug and insect control.
Muggy weather conditions and areas of standing water attract bugs and allow them to thrive, while the damage from the... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 7, 2023
The European Tube Manufacturers' Association (etma) has reported a growth in tube deliveries of just under 2% in 2022. The total volume was reported as 11.8 billion units.
The organisation noted that the most important end-user markets saw different development trends. Whilst shipments to the volume-dominant pharmaceutical, dental care and cosmetics markets grew by around... [Read More]
Product News
Feb 28, 2023
Febreze has announced its 2023 Scent of the Year as Mountain. Brand owner Procter & Gamble (P&G) said Mountain is: "A sophisticated scent that reflects our efforts to connect with the earth and create moments of zen amid the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
"The 2023 Scent of the Year honours the beauty of the great outdoors, evoking the sweet serenity of... [Read More]
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