In an interconnected global economy, even the smallest shifts can create powerful waves of change. Nowhere is this more evident than in the packaging industry, where the availability and cost of raw materials, such as plastics, metals, and resins, used in manufacturing capsules and closures have been significantly impacted by economic factors. As supply chains stretch across borders, fluctuations in the economy have set off a chain reaction that is reverberating throughout the industry, causing concerns over costs and availability. The rising cost of raw materials has become a pressing issue for packaging manufacturers. The prices of key inputs, including petroleum, metals, and natural resources, have experienced notable volatility, driven by a combination of global demand, geopolitical factors, and supply chain disruptions. This has led to a significant increase in the cost of producing
