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A Sneak Peek at Intertek’s Virtual Conference on Sustainable Packaging Compliance

Intertek Assuris Season 9

In this episode, Chloe Lay and Ashli Span from Intertek Assuris set the stage for an upcoming virtual conference on sustainable packaging compliance. The discussion highlights the growing role of biopolymers and recycled materials in packaging and underscores the critical importance of ensuring these materials are both safe and compliant with evolving regulations. Designed for professionals across regulatory affairs, sustainability, R&D, and quality, the episode explores why these topics matter today, how they influence day-to-day decision-making, and what listeners can expect from the conference sessions ahead. 

Event details can be found at: https://www.intertek.com/events/2026/sustainable-packaging-compliance-biopolymers-recycled-materials-safe-use/

Speakers:

  • Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris
  • Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

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Sustainable Packaging Compliance

00:18 --> 00:27
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Welcome back to The Assurance in Action Podcast! I’m Ashli and today I have one of my closest colleagues here, Chloe

 

00:27 --> 00:53
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Hi Ashli and everyone, I’m excited to take a quick break from my day to day and be here today… and we’ve got a jam-packed episode inspired by, and introducing an upcoming Intertek virtual conference on sustainable packaging compliance coming up in February that focuses heavily on biopolymers, recycled materials, and how to make sure all of that is safe and compliant. Emphasis on safe and compliant. 

 

00:53 --> 01:13
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes! So whether you’re in regulatory affairs, sustainability, R&D, or quality, we’re breaking down why these topics matter, how they may impact your everyday decisions and provide some foreshadowing into how each of the presentation topics may be useful to you and your team 

 

01:13 --> 01:24
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And honestly, it’s because almost every company right now is being pushed in the same direction: improving sustainability goals while still maintaining safety, performance, and compliance.

 

01:24 --> 01:39
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Exactly. We’re seeing companies incorporate more recycled content, rethink material choices, and explore new bio-based or alternative materials , all while trying to build systems that are more circular instead of linear.

 

01:39 --> 01:57
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

But that’s where things get complicated, and I’ve seen it a lot throughout the courses in my projects over the last few years. Using recycled materials isn’t just a sustainability decision…it affects supply chains, product consistency, testing strategies, and regulatory considerations and approvals.

 

01:57 --> 02:19
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And innovation is happening fast. New materials, especially biomaterials and monomaterials are coming to market quicker than regulations evolve, so teams are often trying to balance ambition with uncertainty. So, the question stands; how do you move forward without creating risk or at least minimizing it?

 

02:20 --> 02:34
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Absolutely, that is such and great question and that is why conversations like this are important. Circular packaging sounds great, and it is the goal, but making it work in the real world means understanding trade-offs, limitations, and what “safe and compliant” actually looks like.

 

02:34 --> 02:47
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yeah, exactly, so today, we’re unpacking those realities. What’s working, what’s challenging, and what questions you should be asking as you design, approve, and launch more sustainable packaging.

 

02:47 --> 02:56
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yea, because sustainability isn’t just a marketing initiative anymore… it’s a cross-functional effort that touches every decision along the way.

 

02:56 --> 03:15
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

It absolutely is, Chloe.  So that being said, lets dive in and go through some of the topics of our upcoming virtual conference.  We can start with one that is near and dear to my heart, and I say that because it is the subject matter that I will be speaking to Multi-Layer Packaging Compliance. 

 

03:15 --> 03:34
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, the always fun and exciting multi-layer structures, like those used in flexible packaging. It is true they are great for performance but they can also tricky from a compliance standpoint. Think barriers, adhesives, recycled layers,etc. where each layer can behave differently when it comes to migration. 

 

03:34 --> 04:00
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Exactly. When you stack materials, you are not only looking at the outer food contact layer, but every individual layer that has an opportunity to migrate into the foodstuff. You have to consider to the cumulative migration, the way chemicals can move from each layer into food, becomes a real technical risk. So you’ve got to understand each component and how they interact.

 

04:00 --> 04:08
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

So, I do have a question: how do you approach something like this in your work when you’re reviewing and determining the test strategy for these types of materials?

 

04:08 --> 05:09
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Well, my first answer is that I will get into much more detail about it in my presentation that’s coming up with more technical details on each of the important considerations to be had, but the key questions and points to be answered will include:

·         How to evaluate the compliance and safety of each individual layer and how it is equally important to evaluate the multilayer structure as a material, similar to my original point of how each of the layers may interact with one another  

·         what is a barrier material and how can we evaluate if it is an effective barrier material

·         consideration of supply chain variability and what needs to be done to evaluate alternate materials or suppliers for your multi-layer structure

But that’s enough about mine, let’s get into the next presentation that is on Biopolymers, this is something we have seen A LOT of increased activity around recently. 

 

05:09 --> 05:36
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Ah, yes…Biopolymers, whether bio-based or biodegradable, are exciting from a sustainability angle and it seems like 1 out of 3 projects I have touched lately has some type of bio-based material or component to it whether it includes a PLA, PHA, or cellulose based material and from a regulatory perspective, each one comes with different compliance consideration. 

 

05:36 --> 05:59
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Chloe, yes--PLA is a great example. It’s bio-based and often marketed as compostable, but from a food contact perspective, you still need to evaluate migration, additives, and intended conditions of use. Depending on the formulation, that can mean confirming coverage under existing FDA regulations or determining whether a Food Contact Notification is needed.

 

05:59 --> 06:19
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Right, and with materials like PHA, which are gaining a lot of attention for biodegradability, there’s often less regulatory precedent. That usually triggers a deeper review of monomers, processing aids, and degradation byproducts to determine safe use, and in many cases, an FCN becomes part of the path forward.

 

06:19 --> 06:40
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Even cellulose-based materials can feel “safe” because cellulose itself has a long history of use. But once you modify it chemically or add functional coatings, you’re back in a full compliance assessment to determine whether those modifications are already cleared or need new regulatory submissions.

 

06:40 --> 07:00
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Let’s add in the bio-based versions of conventional plastics, like bio-PE or bio-PET. These are chemically identical to their fossil-based counterparts, which often simplifies compliance. But you still need to verify feedstock sourcing, processing controls, and that no new substances are introduced.

 

07:00 --> 07:36
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Ahhh…that’s where definitions really matter! Bio-based isn’t automatically biodegradable. And one of the interesting points around bio-based being biodegradable is that compostability doesn’t mean it will be compostable in every geography or application; there is a difference in whether the material is home-compostable for those of you who have a backyard compost bin and large scale industrial composable that has more controlled conditions. These nuances matter when you’re designing for circularity.

 

07:36 --> 07:49
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

So, the key takeaway for biopolymers is know your intended end of life because the material’s regulatory path depends on that, and our colleagues Rebeka and Dennis will take a deep dive into that pathway. 

 

07:49 --> 08:01
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Now lets touch briefly on your all time favorite topics of interest and area of expertise– inks and coatings for sustainable designs, which will be presented by yours truly at the conference.

08:01 --> 08:19
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, and I think a lot of people underestimate how much inks and coatings can impact overall packaging compliance. They’re often treated as an afterthought, but from a safety standpoint, they can drive a lot of risk.

 

08:19 --> 08:28
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

I bet - especially when you’re working with recycled substrates or new materials. So can you give us a little preview, what are you focusing on in your session?

 

08:28 --> 08:45
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Well, without saying too much I plan to walk through what information you actually need to evaluate an ink or coating formulation, things like full formulation disclosure, functional additives, potential NIAS, and how those components interact with the packaging structure.

 

08:45 --> 08:57
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

That sounds great Chloe, but let’s be honest, full formulation disclosure isn’t always available, so do you have answers and guidance you will be able to provide to the attendees if that is the case? 

 

08:57 --> 09:14
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Oh absolutely. I will talk through some, and I’m using air quotes here, decision trees. What to do when you don’t have complete information. How do you evaluate risk? What alternate pathways exist? When do you lean on analytical testing versus toxicological assessment?

 

09:14 --> 09:29
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Chloe, that’s huge, because that’s the real-world scenario most companies are dealing with and by providing insights on solutions, I think would be greatly appreciated from those who are affected by this exact snag in their regulatory pathway. 

 

09:29 --> 09:55
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yeah for sure - I’ll also cover the testing concerns like migration testing, which is critical for printed packaging. And I’m not talking about just overall migration, but specific migration when needed and how we get to those specific substances of interest. Depending on the products, there is also set-off testing, which people sometimes forget about, especially for stacked or rolled printed materials.

 

09:55 --> 10:11
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Ah right! Thats where the ink from the printed side of a product can transfer onto the food-contact side of another product it is in contact with through stacking or layering (i.e., stacked cup)

 

10:11 --> 10:30
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yeah, exactly. An example could be a rolled sheet, when items are printed and rolled together.  Ink can transfer within rolled film and that’s where understanding use conditions, storage, and distribution becomes just as important as the chemistry itself.

 

10:30 --> 10:37
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

So the most important point is that inks and coatings aren’t just a design choice, they’re a compliance decision.

 

10:37 --> 10:49
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Of course, and a huge one but with the right data, testing strategy, and decision framework, they don’t have to slow innovation down or hinder the aesthetic appeal of the product. 

 

10:49 --> 11:17
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Well that’s great, because I know that I definitely appreciate something in a pretty package, and I look forward to learning more during your presentation. 

Now that we have talked about multi-layer materials, biopolymers, and inks, I think it’s a good segue into mentioning a presentation that will intrinsically be used throughout all of these evaluations, and that is toxicology and risk assessment that will be demystified by Guillaume and Nick; our Director and Senior Director of Toxicology. 

 

11:17 --> 11:39
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Oh, of course, toxicology is really the bridge between analytical data and real-world safety. You can generate pages and pages of analytical results but without toxicology, you don’t actually know what those numbers mean. Concepts like the threshold of toxicological concern and expected daily intake or acceptable daily intake, are critical here.

 

11:39 --> 11:53
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Exactly. Analytical testing tells you what is there and how much might migrate, but toxicology helps you interpret whether that exposure is actually acceptable for the intended use.

 

11:53 --> 12:04
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And that’s where things get more nuanced, because safety isn’t one-size-fits-all. The same material might be perfectly acceptable for one application and not appropriate for another.

12:04 --> 12:35
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Right. An exposure-led assessment brings the focus back to how the packaging is actually used, looking at things like: food type, temperature, contact time, consumer population. That’s especially important when you’re looking at vulnerable populations, like infants or children, where margins of safety are much tighter.

And this can become even more important with biopolymers and multi-layer materials, where you might see different degradation products, reaction by-products, or interactions between layers that wouldn’t exist in a traditional single-layer structure.

 

12:35 --> 12:56
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And you know I’m going to make an extra mention here- but with inks and coatings, you’re often dealing with very low-level migrants or non intentionally added substances. Toxicology helps determine whether those trace levels are meaningful or whether they fall below levels of concern, and that’s where TTC frameworks can be incredibly useful.

 

12:56 --> 13:15
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yep, just reiterating the point that without toxicology, you’re left guessing. With it, you can connect analytical data to real exposure scenarios and decide if the product is truly safe for its intended end use and that is what our toxicologists are going to help you understand.

 

13:15 --> 13:28
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And once you start thinking about toxicology in that way, tying analytical data back to exposure and intended use, it naturally leads into one of the biggest questions we get around sustainability.

 

13:28 --> 13:32
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes – a crowd favorite - Recycled materials!

 

13:32 --> 13:49
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Exactly. Because when you introduce recycled content into packaging, toxicology becomes even more critical and the conversation shifts from “What did we design into this material?” to “What could realistically be there, and does it matter from a safety standpoint?”

 

13:49 --> 13:58
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Which makes recycled materials a perfect next topic, because safety, circularity, and compliance all intersect right there.

 

13:58 --> 14:25
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

So next up we have the FDA No-Objection Letter, or NOL. In the U.S., if recycled plastics are going to be used in food-contact packaging, it often starts with the recycler obtaining an NOL from FDA. And it’s important to say upfront — this isn’t a statement of compliance or even an approval. It’s FDA’s opinion that the recycling process is capable of producing material suitable for certain food-contact applications.

 

14:25 --> 14:52
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, the process and work required to submit for a US FDA NOL is highly dependent on your process and getting there often times requires challenge testing. That’s where we will intentionally contaminate the plastic with surrogate chemicals designed to represent worst-case contaminants, and then the recycler will run the material through their recycling process to be evaluated to determine how well the process has removed those contaminant substances.

 

14:52 --> 15:09
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Those surrogates are chosen to cover a range of molecular weights and polarities, and the test conditions are designed to stress the process. The idea is to demonstrate that, even under conservative assumptions, the process can reduce potential contaminants to safe levels.

15:09 --> 15:55
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

But more often than not, it’s not always straightforward. Not every recycling process fits neatly into FDA’s existing models, especially when you’re talking about advanced recycling, new feedstock streams, or post-consumer materials with mixed prior uses.

In some cases, a traditional challenge test may not be fully applicable, or additional data is needed to support the submission. That’s where we can help in determining an applicable strategy and work with FDA if there is a need for alternative justifications.

To achieve an NOL, it isn’t just a paperwork process. In reality, the NOL lives and dies by the quality of the data, how well the recycling process is characterized, how defensible the challenge test is, and how clearly the assumptions are documented.


 15:55 --> 16:13
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And here’s the most important point, an NOL only addresses the recycling process itself. It does not automatically mean that the recycled material is safe in every packaging application. It essentially makes the recycled material eligible to be used in food contact or cosmetic applications. 

 

16:13 --> 16:30
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

That’s exactly it, Chloe. Once that recycled resin leaves the recycler with that coveted NOL attached to it, there’s still work to do. Downstream manufacturers still have to evaluate how that material is used whether it’s appropriate and safe for the end use and conditions.

 

16:30 --> 16:59
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Which is exactly why the next presentation focuses on evaluating recycled materials for compliance and safe use. The NOL is the starting line not the finish line.

So once a recycled material exists, even one supported by an FDA No-Objection Letter, the next question becomes: Can this material actually be used safely in my specific packaging application? And the daunting question – how can you evaluate the safety of something that is as variable as recycled materials? 

 

16:59 --> 17:54
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, if you’ve ever been a part of a discussion with me you will have heard me say “the NOL process is how we evaluate the incidental contamination, but we still have to address the feedstock material for the inherent contamination or substances.  Even if the recycling process effectively removes the incidental contamination that can be present on your feedstock, it doesn’t account for the inherent substances or materials that may be in the feedstock that may not be suitable for the intended use of YOUR product. 

You know, think about it, if the recycled materials are coming from a source that isn’t already a food contact material – there can be all types of additives, stabilizers, UV inhibitors, or colorants that were intentional and great for the material’s original use, but maybe not so much for more sensitive end use packaging applications like food contact or cosmetic.

 

17:54 --> 18:31
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, the evaluations and questions to address include things like: What is the type of recycled material itself? Is it post-consumer or post-industrial? What was the prior use? How consistent is the feedstock? 

Then you also need to consider how the recycled resin is being used in the package. Is it a monolayer, or part of a multilayer structure? Is there a functional barrier between the recycled material and the product?

The variability in recycled streams can introduce uncertainty that has to be managed through testing and controls and how it is being incorporated into your new product can significantly impact how we can evaluate it. 

 

18:31 --> 19:09
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

You hit it right on the head Chloe--evaluating recycled materials isn’t a single checkbox. It’s a combination of material science, regulatory review, testing strategy, and risk assessment, all tied back to how the packaging will actually be used.

And when it’s done right, it allows companies to move forward with incorporating recycled content confidently and that’s exactly what Taylor’s segment will provide. She will be navigating us through some of these vital questions, provide guidance on what companies should be looking for when qualifying recycled materials suppliers, and explain how the evaluation for these products can be conducted to ensure the final materials are safe for their intended use. 

 

19:09 --> 19:39
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And last but not least--claims matter! If you fall anywhere in the supply chain where you have done the work to incorporate these recycled materials, you are going to want to use that. So whether you are making claims on recycled content, sustainability, or safety, you need documentation that supports them, because regulators, customers, and consumers are all paying closer attention. That is what Tommy will be addressing during the recycling supply chain and recycled content verification discussion.  

 

19:39 --> 20:06
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

You have never lied, Consumers and regulators alike are paying much closer attention these days and they want to see the receipts. Recycled content verification and chain of custody are becoming must-haves not just nice-to-have. You need frameworks in place that avoid greenwashing and back your claims with robust evidence. Tools like mass balance and audit trails are key to help your company demonstrate authenticity of recycled content.

 

20:06 --> 20:26
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Well, I will leave all of the technical discussion to Tommy in his presentation, but what I do know is the key part to these claims and verification processes is this--Documentation. I don’t know if you’ve seen it before, but the vision of that desk plaque that says “but did you document it” pops into my head. 

 

20:26 --> 20:32
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Haha. Yes, I have seen that. I believe also in t-shirt form as well. 

 

20:32 --> 20:59
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yeah, so as I mentioned, he will be able to provide the in-depth documentation requirements and nuances of obtaining various certifications for these claims along the supply chain including our own Intertek recycling traceability program and recycled content certification, recycled content verification as well as certifications for the Recycled Claim Standard, Global Recycled Standard, Green Blue, and APR. 

 

20:59 --> 21:53
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Wow.. that’s a lot of versions of certification and I’m excited to hear all that Tommy has to present. 

To bring all of this back full circle, you see what I did there, there will also be a panel discussion between our own VP Naeem Mady along with some of our close counterparts and special guests

·         Brett Berry, Packaging Quality and Safety at Chick-Fil-A

·         Kevin C. Kenny, Senior Advisor at FoodChain ID

·         Phillip Berrier, Principal at Graylark, LLC.

Where they will discuss the experiences they encounter and their insights in the debate around tradeoffs around safety, performance and sustainability goals with minimal compromise from one to the other. 

Chloe, thank you for joining me today in this journey through our upcoming virtual conference, and I am excited to present along with you in just a few short weeks.

 

21:53 --> 22:18
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Yes, its been nice re-visiting how the sum of our team has a focused but vital contribution to the overall evaluation for products in the ever growing and ever changing circular product cycle and I look forward to being a part of this alongside everyone--not just our colleagues but including those of you listening who join us on this journey. Thank you again for having me today!

 

22:18 --> 23:39
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Thank you, Chloe. And for those of you who listened in and are interested in joining us for our virtual conference on Sustainable Packaging Compliance, it will be held on February 3 and 4 from 9:00am – 12:00 pm EST. This conference is designed to be more than a one-way exchange of information. The goal of this conference goes beyond sharing technical content and regulatory strategies. We want this to be an interactive experience, where attendees can engage directly with speakers and industry experts, ask questions, and help guide the conversation to address the challenges that matter most to them. For more information you can visit our Intertek event page: www.intertek.com/events/2026 , or email me directly at ashli.henderson-span@intertek.com  

We would love to have you join us. And if you think this may be of interest to someone you know, sharing this information would also be greatly appreciated! 

So whether you’re navigating biopolymers, recycled content, inks, or multilayer structures, just remember: sustainable packaging is a team sport.

 

23:39 --> 23:42
 Speaker 2 – Chloe Lay, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

And compliance is what keeps the team out of trouble.

 

23:42 --> 23:52
 Speaker 1 – Ashli Span, Project Manager, Regulatory Market Access, Intertek Assuris

Thanks for listening! We’ll see you at the conference, where the questions are encouraged and the decision trees are definitely not decorative.