Coca-Cola calls for regulatory change to smooth path for circular economy innovation

Madeleine Cuff
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Beverage giant says rollout of its plant-based packaging in Europe and beyond is being hindered by complex system of tariffs and duties

Beverage giant Coca-Cola has called for simplification of the tariffs and duties facing recycled products and biomass material in order to support the growth of the circular economy. Speaking at an...

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