Introducing CiPPPA

Circularity in Primary Pharmaceutical Packaging Accelerator

CiPPPA is a collaborative not-for-profit initiative that connects stakeholders across the entire pharmaceutical supply chain to develop and deploy solutions for recycling of primary pharmaceutical packaging.

Our ambition

Reduce waste and recycle pharmaceutical packaging

The initiative seeks to revolutionise the primary pharmaceutical packaging industry by championing sustainable practices, fostering collaboration and commitment, and developing solutions free from competition, for the benefit of all.

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CiPPPA promotes circularity –
focusing on the renewal of materials,
creating a ripple of change

How CiPPPA works

Learn how our Action Task Forces are working towards solutions

CiPPPA’s Action Task Forces – focusing on blister, inhaler, and injectable packaging – are pivotal in driving the initiative forward. Led by industry experts, their aim is to leverage and optimise existing solutions for pharmaceutical packaging – scaling them for use nationally.

Membership

Join CiPPPA to make an impact in the pharmaceutical industry

CiPPPA aims to reshape the management of pharmaceutical packaging and lead the healthcare industry in environmental stewardship. Join us in this groundbreaking initiative to contribute to industry-wide transformation.

Meet our partners

Latest news & updates

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The Take-Back Dilemma: Bridging the Gap Between Recyclable Design and Practical Recycling

As the EU and UK set expanding recycling goals, the reality of take-back schemes shows the challenges around consumer behaviour, infrastructure limitations, and economic constraints. CiPPPA’s latest blog explores the gaps between recyclable packaging design and practical recycling, highlighting the collaborative efforts needed to transform waste management and move closer to a truly circular economy.

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Phasing out PVC in Over-The-Counter Medicine Packaging

When it comes to protecting medicines and ensuring their efficacy, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) has been a common choice for over-the-counter (OTC) medicine packaging in the UK and Europe due to its protective properties and cost-effectiveness. However, recent trends indicate a potential shift away from PVC, driven by environmental concerns and recycling challenges. 

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News

Advancements in Packaging Innovation

In the pharmaceutical industry, packaging innovation is important in ensuring drug effectiveness, patient compliance, and environmental sustainability. CiPPPA members are working to be at the forefront of this innovation, focusing on three key areas: inhalers, blister packs, and injectables.

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