WD-40 Company to launch a limited edition series of collectible cans to honor American military forces. packagedesign.com  +

38 states have reached a settlement with Dannon over false claims on yogurt packaging & advertising. The Associated Press, abc News +

To reduce the attraction of smoking, the British government is considering laws to force tobacco companies to utilize plain packaging. REUTERS +

The Seattle’s Best Coffee “Level” System simplifies their packaging, helping consumers find the coffee that matches their needs. SunHerald.com +

The Hershey Company is suing Mars for trademark infringement, after Mars used similar “Reese’s” colors for its new Dove packaging. Caroline Scott-Thomas, ConfectionaryNews.com +

Alcan Packaging Beauty has designed a new packaging for Sexy Blacks mascara range featuring soft velvet on gold mat. premiumbeautynews.com +

Airless packaging is becoming one of the largest growing sectors in cosmetic packaging. Andrew McDougall, CosmeticsdDesign.com +

UK’s Sainsbury's supermarket is being sued for excessive, environmentally abusive meat packaging. Rebecca Smithers, guardian.co.uk +

Tetley tea received a major global rebranding courtesy of London’s Ziggurat Brands. packagingeurope +

European health officials struggle to decide if BPA is safe to use. Denise Grady, New York times +