In this episode, Partner Sheila Millar, Counsel Antonia Stamenova-Dancheva, and Associate Anushka Stein join our hosts to break down the complex world of packaging regulations for consumer products. From identifying which types of packaging fall under federal scrutiny to preparing for major upcoming changes like CPSC eFiling in 2026, we dive into essentials for producers and importers. We explore the specific laws that govern safety, including the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA), and analyze real-world recall examples involving physical hazards, lead limits, and child-resistant closures.

In this episode of Food & Chemicals Unpacked, we’re joined by Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief of Food Processing magazine, to unpack the growing debate over ultra-processed foods (UPFs). We discuss Mark Thompson's article, "Ultraprocessed Foods: What Are We Even Talking About?" along with recent regulatory and legislative developments, including the FDA’s request for information on UPFs, state-level actions such as California’s AB 1264, and ongoing efforts to define what “ultra-processed” really means.

In this episode of Food and Chemicals Unpacked, we revisit Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for packaging, now rapidly advancing with deadlines approaching. Keller and Heckman Partner Rachel Bond returns to share updates on state implementation, reporting requirements, a legal challenge, and the latest legislative developments, including new study bills and growing momentum across the U.S.