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California’s lower SB 54 baseline: what it means for producers

November 4, 2026 by PPWREU Desk

A technician seen from behind weighs and tests plain plastic tubs and film samples on a bright laboratory bench with a balance and tensile tester.

CalRecycle has reportedly cut the plastic baseline that sets California’s 25% reduction target. What changed, what stays unconfirmed, and what packaging teams should check before the plan decision.