Media Releases
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European aluminium industry publishes Design for Recyclability Guidelines for Packaging containing Aluminium
The European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), together with partner associations (European Aluminium, Aluminium Closures Group, Metal Packaging Europe, etma and AEROBAL) involved in aluminium packaging, has published a new framework for packaging design: the Design for Recyclability Guidelines and Recyclability Assessment for Packaging containing Aluminium. The aim is to ensure that packaging design facilitates efficient recycling at the end of the life cycle.
New survey shows high use of aluminium household foil across Europe
The European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) has published the results of a recent consumer survey on the use of aluminium household foil. Conducted by global market research institute Censuswide, the survey took place in six major European markets (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK and Poland) in 2024 and recorded responses from a total of 6,000 consumers. The results confirm the continued importance of aluminium foil in European households, particularly for food storage and cooking.