2026 Paper Packaging Law Seminar
Keller and Heckman is excited to announce our 10th Annual Paper Packaging Law Seminar, taking place April 21 - 22, 2026, in Charlotte, NC. This comprehensive program will cover key food-contact regulatory issues relevant to paper producers, as well as their additive suppliers, converters, and downstream customers.
Program highlights include:
- Latest Developments on GRAS: A discussion of FDA’s Proposed Rule on self-determinations of GRAS status (expected to be released in early 2026) and its implications for the food-contact industry
- U.S. Food-Contact Paper Regulations: A comprehensive overview of FDA regulations along with industry-specific insights
- Paper Packaging Laws Across the Globe: A review of food-contact regulations in China, South America (MERCOSUR), and the EU – with a special focus on Germany’s BfR Recommendation 36
- State-Level Legislation: Updates on U.S. state laws affecting paper food packaging and food service ware, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, GRAS notification laws, laws restricting ‘chemicals of concern,’ and California's Proposition 65
- Customer Assurance: Practical guidance on assessing compliance statements and preparing customer assurance documentation
SPECIAL 10th ANNIVERSARY OFFER: Be among the first 10 to register and receive an additional $100 discount!
Note: discount will automatically apply to the first 10 registrants.
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SEMINAR DETAILS
DATES
Tuesday, April 21 – Wednesday, April 22, 2026
REGISTRATION FEES
Super Early Bird Rate: $1,295 expires January 30
Early Bird Rate: $1,395 expires March 13
Standard Rate: $1,495 after March 13
LOCATION
JW Marriott Charlotte
600 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Keller and Heckman has negotiated a preferred room rate of $339 per night, plus tax, at the JW Marriott Charlotte Hotel. Reservations must be received no later than March 30, 2026, to benefit from the discounted rate.
Book JW Marriott Charlotte Hotel Room
GROUP DISCOUNT
Register three or more people from the same company and receive 10% off the total registration fee. If you are registering individually, email woldai@khlaw.com for instructions on how to receive the discount. If you are registering as a group, the discount will automatically be applied to your registration.
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION (CLE)
CLE credits will be available for this program, pending individual state approval.
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE
All seminar attendees will be eligible to receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the course.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations are accepted and registration fees are refunded, if notice is received by March 13, 2026. If notice is given after March 13th, no refunds will be granted; however, substitutions are welcome.
For questions concerning the 2026 Paper Packaging Law Seminar, please contact:
Sara A. Woldai, CMP
Senior Marketing and Events Manager
woldai@khlaw.com
202.434.4174