About the Flexible Packaging Association

THE VOICE OF THE INDUSTRY

REPRESENTING INDUSTRY MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS

The Flexible Packaging Association is the U.S. association of the manufacturers of flexible packaging; and, material or equipment suppliers to the industry. Flexible packaging is produced from paper, plastic, film, aluminum foil, or any combination of those materials, and includes bags, pouches, labels, liners, wraps, rollstock, and other flexible products.

A GROWING INDUSTRY

Established in 1950, the Flexible Packaging Association has seen the industry grow from $400 Million in the early 1950s to over 42 billion today. Members include small, medium and large converters and suppliers representing seventy percent of the “value added” Flexible Packaging industry. FPA is the leading advocate and voice for the U.S. flexible packaging industry. FPA provides valuable benefits, programs, and services that support the success, growth, and advancement of the competitive business climate of our members.

AN OVERVIEW OF FPA

The Report to the Members provides an overview of the many initiatives and activities FPA conducts on behalf of its members. As the voice of the flexible packaging industry for over 70 years, FPA provides a wealth of significant benefits that support the success of FPA members and the advancement of the flexible packaging industry.

The FPA Mission

STRATEGIC GOALS

Promoting and protecting the benefits, contributions, and advantages—including the sustainability—of the valued added segment of the flexible packaging industry.
Researching, collecting, analyzing and providing FPA members easy access to industry data and market information to help them benchmark and recognize trends and opportunities.
Providing representation and advocacy for the flexible packaging industry before stakeholders including government, retailers, customers and consumers.
Providing educational and networking opportunities for industry leaders.

Company Website: www.flexpack.org