industry is committed to providing Americans with education and resources surrounding the benefits of flexible packaging as it relates to the environment, recycling, and food waste. Flexible packaging comes in many forms and with technical advances and innovative design, the industry is leading the way to extend product shelf life while increasing safety, design flexibility, convenience, and sustainability to the consumer. And, unbeknownst to many, a large part of flexible packaging can be recycled, and it reduces food waste. FPA is comprised of the producer and converter companies that manufacture and sell flexible packaging as well as the suppliers that provide equipment and materials to these companies. FPA also includes academic members from colleges and universities that offer packaging science curriculums. The association’s mission is connecting, advancing and leading the flexible packaging industry. Flexible packaging represents over $31 billion in annual sales in the U.S. and