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Calbee goes black and white as ink shortage hits snack packaging supply

Calbee goes black and white as ink shortage hits snack packaging supply

Japanese snack maker Calbee will temporarily switch 14 popular potato chip products to black-and-white packaging from May 25. The company says the move is driven by concerns over supply disruptions and the availability of naphtha, a key Middle East–imported input used for printing ink. Calbee is aiming to keep shipments stable despite disruptions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Grocery and personal care prices may jump again as Dabur flags Q1 FY27 hikes

Grocery and personal care prices may jump again as Dabur flags Q1 FY27 hikes

Dabur India expects further price hikes in Q1 FY27, citing persistent inflationary pressure, especially on packaging materials linked to Middle East tensions. The company has already implemented a 4% increase. Other FMCG players like HUL are also seeing higher component and packaging costs, suggesting margins could stay under strain even as demand shows signs of recovery.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Alcohol makers urge state price hikes as packaging costs surge and shutdowns loom

Alcohol makers urge state price hikes as packaging costs surge and shutdowns loom

Alcohol beverage makers are asking state governments to raise liquor prices, warning that production is getting squeezed by surging packaging costs. They cite sharp increases in the prices of glass, paper, cans and bottles, driven by supply chain disruptions linked to the West Asia crisis. With margins shrinking and costs still climbing, manufacturers warn some units may have to shut down.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
UltraTech Cement warns soaring packaging and fuel costs could hit FY27 growth plans

UltraTech Cement warns soaring packaging and fuel costs could hit FY27 growth plans

UltraTech Cement says rising expenses tied to plastic packaging and fuel are a major headwind as it targets double digit volume growth in FY27. While the company cautions that these cost pressures could weigh on performance, it is still pushing capacity expansion and expects cement demand to stay supported by urbanisation and government infrastructure spending.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
Brands intensify anti counterfeit crackdown as fakes replicate even holograms

Brands intensify anti counterfeit crackdown as fakes replicate even holograms

As fake products flood Indian markets, major brands are overhauling packaging and tightening verification checks across categories from toothpaste to cigarettes. Counterfeiters are keeping pace, replicating security features including holograms, while social media spreads brand damage fast. With enforcement gaps widening, companies are increasingly pushing compliance training for distributors and retailers to stay ahead.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
D2C brands rework packaging and sizes as West Asia conflict drives costs higher

D2C brands rework packaging and sizes as West Asia conflict drives costs higher

D2C brands are adjusting packaging and product variants as West Asia conflict fuels input cost hikes. To protect margins, companies are shifting to new packaging formats, rolling out larger or pricier versions, and speeding up supply chain localization. The result is a quiet but real shift in pricing and product offerings across multiple consumer categories.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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Edible oil pack sizes changed and shoppers are being misled by confusing labels

Edible oil pack sizes changed and shoppers are being misled by confusing labels

Since January 2023, India stopped using standard edible oil pack quantities, leaving consumers to navigate an uneven range of sizes. The result, according to SOPA, is confusion at the shelf and potential deception, as shoppers struggle to compare prices across brands with inconsistent labeling.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Commerce ministry meets exporters to fix West Asia shipping and packaging shock

Commerce ministry meets exporters to fix West Asia shipping and packaging shock

India’s commerce ministry held talks with exporters to address the fallout from the West Asia crisis, focusing on disrupted shipping routes, strained port operations, and new packaging challenges. The meeting highlighted rising material costs and supply-chain bottlenecks, while exploring practical steps exporters can take to manage delays and protect export continuity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Crude tops 100 dollars and packaging costs spike as supply chains scramble to stay stocked

Crude tops 100 dollars and packaging costs spike as supply chains scramble to stay stocked

Crude oil has crossed $100 a barrel, and the shock is rippling into packaging costs and supply-chain planning. Higher input prices are making packaging more expensive, while uncertainty is pushing firms to favor availability over savings. Instead of optimizing inventory, many are stockpiling supplies to reduce disruption risk as conditions remain volatile.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Corrugated box makers warn costs are surging and GST refunds stuck—price hikes may be next

Corrugated box makers warn costs are surging and GST refunds stuck—price hikes may be next

India’s corrugated box industry is warning of a severe cost squeeze as kraft paper prices jump 15–20% and key inputs like gum and ink rise 30–40%. Higher factory running costs are compounding pressure, while delayed GST refunds are tying up working capital. Manufacturers are now calling for immediate price revisions and policy support to prevent supply disruptions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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