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1 billion Shopify products, peelable Yupo, PPE in draft SDS rules — and 7 more | BPJ News

Materials, safety rules, labour and AI purchasing are expanding both the scope of bundled packaging orders and the cost of switching suppliers.

At Tokyo’s packaging show, proposals that bundle everything from materials to logistics are taking centre stage. Beyond the exhibition floor, AI purchasing, safety information and reusable bottles are beginning to reshape the scope of packaging contracts and the cost of switching suppliers.

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1 billion Shopify products, peelable Yupo, PPE in draft SDS rules — and 7 more | BPJ News

Packaging sales discussions are expanding beyond containers and printing into procurement, safety and logistics.

For regulatory compliance, costs depend on the combination of testing, training, protective equipment and facility requirements.…

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