Compliance & Regulation
Stay on top of US packaging laws, state requirements, and industry regulations affecting brands and manufacturers.
EPR Compliance by State: 2026 Tracker
Seven states now have active packaging EPR laws. Several compliance deadlines have already passed. If your brand sells packaged goods in Oregon, Colorado, or Washington and you haven’t registered with a Producer Responsibility Organization, you’re not behind on a future requirement — you’re behind on a current one. Oregon’s first fees were due in July … Continued
Pasha Hanover Updated on June 6, 2026
Understanding State-Specific Cannabis Packaging Laws
Navigate the complex landscape of state-specific cannabis packaging laws. From child-resistant seals to detailed labeling, ensure your products meet the latest regulations and stay compliant across the U.S.
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026
What You Need to Know About the EPR Packaging Laws
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is changing how companies design, sell, and recover packaging across the United States. If you manufacture, import, or sell products that create packaging waste, EPR laws can require you to fund or manage the end-of-life collection, sorting, and recycling of that packaging. This guide explains how EPR works, which states have … Continued
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026
Extended Producer Responsibility EPR Packaging Laws: What Brand Owners Need to Know in 2026
Your packaging supplier isn’t responsible for EPR compliance. You are. That distinction matters more in Oregon and California right now than most small brands realise. Both states have passed packaging EPR legislation with compliance obligations that already apply to brand owners — not manufacturers, not printers, not converters. If your name is on the packaging … Continued
Ron Perry Updated on June 2, 2026
Packaging Compliance Checklist for U.S. Brands Selling Across Multiple States
Scaling distribution across the United States requires packaging that aligns with a complex mix of federal, state, and local rules. This packaging compliance checklist for U.S. brands selling across multiple states offers a practical framework to design, label, and ship packaging that meets regulatory requirements wherever you sell. Use the packaging compliance checklist for U.S. … Continued
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026
Food Packaging Regulations in the U.S.: What Manufacturers and Brands Must Follow
Food packaging regulations in the United States define which materials can safely contact food, how labels must present required information, and the practices companies must implement across production and distribution. For manufacturers and brands, mastering these rules protects consumers, reduces recall risk, and preserves market access. This guide summarizes the core legal frameworks, the agencies … Continued
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026
How to Future-Proof Your Packaging Against Regulation Changes
Packaging rules and enforcement shift quickly across markets, and companies that plan ahead avoid costly redesigns, missed launch windows, and penalties. This guide from Packaging Studio shows how to future-proof your packaging against regulation changes by anticipating regulatory trends, designing with flexibility, and building a repeatable compliance program that keeps your packaging aligned with evolving … Continued
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026
Oklahoma HB 3361: Cannabis Pre-Packaging & Display Requirements
Stay ahead of evolving regulations with Oklahoma’s HB 3361. Starting June 1, 2025, all medical marijuana flower, trim, shake, and kief must be pre-packaged in set quantities and placed in opaque containers before leaving the dispensary. Ensure compliance and keep your operations running smoothly.
Ron Perry Updated on May 18, 2026