Supply Chain

Bayer Consumer Health is replacing mixed material PVC blister packs with monomaterial PET blisters beginning with Aleve in the Netherlands. HBW Insight speaks to vice president and global head of design, packaging, product experience and sustainability, Chris Padain, about the "evolutionary" strategy behind the move, the complexities of choosing the right material for the right product, and the importance of industry cross-collaboration via associations like GSCF.

Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act planner Shari Franjevic acknowledges the Washington State Department of Ecology is authorized to use enforcement discretion regarding the new law’s 1ppm limit on trace lead in cosmetic products, effective 1 January 2025, or raise the ceiling via rulemaking. But it does not seem inclined to do either based on data known to the department at present. 

Country Life Vitamins launches healthy aging support line as it announces less than half of US consumers in a recent survey were aware of biological processes that affect aging. Groupe Berken and Arctic Biosciences partner to bring to North America herring caviar oil extract in a supplement designed to support optimal health across all life stages.

In addition to its recently established Precision Health division, Bayer Consumer Health is using artificial intelligence to save time on routine tasks and to manage supply and demand, the firm’s head of digital transformation and IT, Cristina Nitulescu, tells HBW Insight.

Streamlined process for reporting problems is key piece of “unified Human Foods Program” which officially launched on 1 October, as Commissioner Robert Califf says, “a new model for field operations and other modernization efforts.”

Liquid herbal blends firm WishGarden Herbs expands its leadership with three hires; ChromaDex appoints Ozan Pamir CFO; Vivazen adds CMO; Post Malone promotes poppi; and marketing consultant Gould gets ‘Most Influential’ nod.

Bayer’s Midol and nonprofit Period. provide PeriodTalk campaign for awareness of the gaps in period education; “The M Factor” film coming day before World Menopause Day in October; Exeltis USA’s Blues Away provides postpartum mood support; and Doctor's Best Women's Collection includes menopause, sleep, digestive, heart and hair/skin/nails support products.

Joint letter on scheduling for proceedings before a trial CRN’s attorneys and state AG’s office recently submitted in New York federal court includes, among other information, a statement that both the trade group and the state anticipate a settlement could be reached.

Laifen, Opalescence Moon, Lewie and quip are among US companies with recent launches to boost their oral care market shares. Recent launch by Arm & Hammer global oral care brand also targets driving growth in the category.

In this episode of the Over the Counter podcast, HBW Insight speaks to Kerry's RDA senior manager of immune and joint health, Sonja Nodland, about the opportunity for innovation that postbiotics represent for the consumer health industry. 

Conflicted experts should be allowed to participate as nonvoting members and panels should take a benefit-risk vote on product-specific applications, the majority of respondents said in a survey conducted by 3D Communications.

Plastics – specifically the reduction of virgin plastic in packaging and the move to recyclable or refillable packaging – is one of nine priority topics Kenvue is focused on as part of its global sustainability strategy, according to the company’s global head of packaging innovation, sustainability and experience, David Lickstein.

The Fragrance Creators Association president and CEO discusses the group’s vision for fragrance industry stewardship and opportunities provided by AI, biotechnology and wellness trends in an exclusive Q&A with HBW Insight.

California Senate Appropriations Committee suspends consideration of bill for current session after it and Judiciary Committee voted to recommend passing the bill earlier in session. Legislative sessions continue in Massachusetts and New Jersey with bills for similar restrictions.

“We continue to believe that taking care of your health or someone in your family is the last place to look to make a change or save a few pennies,” says CEO Ron Lombardi. Firm more frequently using air freight services so Clear Eyes products are on store shelves when consumers expect.

Perfect Corp. identifies waste reduction at beauty retail as the most effective AI-driven strategy for improved sustainability, based on a survey of C-level industry executives summarized in its report, "The Most Influential AI Trends in Beauty and Fashion."

CRN appreciates Durbin’s “commitment to greater transparency in the dietary supplement marketplace,” but “cannot endorse it in its current form”; AHPA asks for better option; and NPA remains opposed.

Consumers increasingly demand more from health and wellness brands, particularly valuing those that connect wellness with the home environment, PA Consulting's Rhea Patten explains, in this episode of HBW Insight’s Over the Counter podcast. Consumer health companies also now have a responsibility to contribute to global wellbeing, which can in turn enhance brand impact and drive business growth.

Martha Stewart sells supplements on iHerb; Cheribundi partners spread the brand at Paris Games; GoodSport’s latest partner is a Bear; Herbalife-sponsored runner competes in ultramarathons; Dutch researcher joins Unicity science board; and Beacon Wellness adds sales strategy chief.

Publication of final guidance for industry on submitting change proposals and other requests using the only accepted format, electronic, leaves agency at four of the five required guidances it has provided on compliance with requirements of its streamlined OTC monograph process.