The Voice of the Flexible Packaging Industry
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The Flexible Packaging Association is the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry. FPA is comprised of manufacturers of flexible packaging and material/equipment suppliers to the flexible packaging industry.
Learn MoreThe Sustainable Packaging Solution
Less energy. Fewer resources. Smaller footprint.
Flexible packaging requires less water and energy to manufacture and transport, and it generates small quantities of greenhouse gases on its way to market, making it a sustainable packaging solution.
Learn MoreInnovation at Point-of-Sale
Convenience. Freshness. Protection.
Growing numbers of consumer product manufacturers are switching to flexible packaging thanks to its dynamic shelf appeal, protective properties and consumer ease of use and storage at home.
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From the Annual Meeting to the Fall Executive Conference, FPA places a high priority on keeping its members informed, up-to-date and connected.
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Industry News
- Flexible Packaging Industry Faces Critical 2D Barcode Transition
06.26.2026The flexible packaging industry is preparing for its most significant operational transformation since the barcode's introduction in 1974. GS1 Sunrise 2027, the global transition from traditional one-dimensional barcodes to two-dimensional codes such as QR codes and GS1 DataMatrix, is forcing...
Read More - Pregis Opens Customer Experience Centers in Atlanta and Los Angeles, Creating More Access to Customers Nationwide
06.23.2026Inspired by the Pregis Innovation Headquarters (IQ) located in Aurora, Ill., the new Customer Experience Centers extend the company's hallmark consultative approach by providing more convenient access to regional customers seeking Pregis professionals and solutions. While Pregis IQ® remains at...
Read More - Klöckner Pentaplast Announces Leadership Transition
06.22.2026Klöckner Pentaplast announced that Michael Zacka, a current member of the Company's Board of Directors, has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective June 22, 2026. He succeeds Roberto Villaquiran, who has decided to retire from the Company after 42...
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FPA Now - News On the Web
- FPA Provides Feedback to Massachusetts’ State House Regarding the House Language Regulating PFAS in Consumer Products (Formerly Amendment #447 of H.5510)
06.29.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding the House language regulating PFAS in consumer products (formerly amendment #447 of H.5510). While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public health and managing environmental safety,...
Read More - FPA Supports the U.S. EPA’s Proposed Rule to Amend the NSR/PSD Permit Definition of “Begin Actual Construction,” 91 Fed. Reg. 26958 (May 13, 2026)
06.29.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (“FPA”), the national organization representing U.S. manufacturers of flexible packaging, supports the EPA’s May 13, 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM” or “Notice”) to amend the “Prevention of Significant (“PSD”) and “Nonattainment Area (NNSR) Permit Programs’...
Read More - FPA Provides Feedback to Massachusetts’ Senate Ways & Means Committee Regarding Senate Bill 3034 – An Act to Protect Massachusetts Public Health from PFAS
06.29.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding Senate Bill 3034 – An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS. While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public health and managing environmental safety,...
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Publications & Reports
- FPA Provides Feedback to Massachusetts’ State House Regarding the House Language Regulating PFAS in Consumer Products (Formerly Amendment #447 of H.5510)
06.30.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding the House language regulating PFAS in consumer products (formerly amendment #447 of H.5510). While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public health and managing environmental safety,...
Read More - FPA Provides Feedback to Massachusetts’ Senate Ways & Means Committee Regarding Senate Bill 3034 – An Act to Protect Massachusetts Public Health from PFAS
06.30.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback regarding Senate Bill 3034 – An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS. While FPA fully supports the underlying goal of protecting public health and managing environmental safety,...
Read More - FPA Supports the U.S. EPA’s Proposed Rule to Amend the NSR/PSD Permit Definition of “Begin Actual Construction,” 91 Fed. Reg. 26958 (May 13, 2026)
06.30.2026The Flexible Packaging Association (“FPA”), the national organization representing U.S. manufacturers of flexible packaging, supports the EPA’s May 13, 2026 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM” or “Notice”) to amend the “Prevention of Significant (“PSD”) and “Nonattainment Area (NNSR) Permit Programs’...
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