Global Plastics Ranking™: China, the U.S., and Germany Lead
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) recently issued its 2021 Global Trend Report. This PLASTICS' flagship publication takes a deep dive into the U.S. plastics trade with the rest of the world during the previous year and the first six months of the current year. It also provides a snapshot of the international plastics and rubber trade.
Plastics Quarterly consolidates complex data into one comprehensive, user-friendly package arriving in members' inboxes every quarter. Plastics pros receive expert analysis of leading economic indicators, including manufacturing activity, housing stats, and retail sales, giving decision-makers sharp insight into the changing economic landscape.
The Resin Tax Moving Through Congress Threatens the Plastics Supply Chain and Whole Economy
This is not a drill. The U.S. Congress is considering a proposal to extract 20 cents per pound on plastic resins produced domestically. There are strong economic arguments against such a proposal, specifically how it affects jobs, consumption, and disposable income.
Developed as an industry focal point event, and building on the foundational legacy of previous events from PLASTICS Flexible Film & Bag Group and Rigid Plastic Packaging group, The PLASTICS Packaging Summit provides an in-depth analysis of market conditions, packaging innovations and sustainability/recycling efforts, while providing critical insight into current legislative attacks, materials supply shortages and workforce development and retention issues.