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The Principal Display Panel and Information Panel Explained
The Principal Display Panel and Information Panel (PDPs and IPs) are foundational to the FDA’s label placement requirements. Every food and drink brand selling products
The Principal Display Panel and Information Panel Explained
The Principal Display Panel and Information Panel (PDPs and IPs) are foundational to the FDA’s label placement requirements. Every food and drink brand selling products
US Tariffs – Feb 21, 2026
Recent updates to U.S. tariff policy may influence how imported goods are priced and positioned in the market. Overseas manufacturers selling into the U.S. should remain aware of these developments when planning supply chain and commercial strategies.
Retail Scans Explained: From Setup to Billing
Retail scans are one of the most widely used trade promotion tools in the consumer packaged goods industry. A retail scan is a discount taken at the register, the moment a product is scanned through the retailer’s point-of-sale system.
Navigating U.S. Customs: Choosing the Right Customs Broker for Your FMCG Business
A customs broker can be one of your greatest assets if you’re an overseas consumer goods brand entering the U.S. market. Most brands align with
Upcoming Events
Tuttofood 2026: Milan, Italy, May 11–14, 2026
International B2B trade fair for the global food and beverage industry.
Tuttofood is a major international food and beverage exhibition focused on global sourcing, innovation, and commercial partnerships. The event attracts manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and service providers across both established and emerging food categories.
With a strong emphasis on international trade, private label, and cross-border market access, Tuttofood provides a valuable setting for understanding how food brands are positioning themselves for growth across Europe and beyond.
The Opal Group will follow activity at Tuttofood as part of our continued work with international FMCG brands evaluating U.S. market entry, operational setup, and long-term growth strategies.
Dates: May 11–14, 2026
Summer Fancy Food Show 2026: New York, New York, June 28–30, 2026
North America’s premier specialty food and beverage trade event.
The Summer Fancy Food Show is the leading specialty food and beverage trade event in North America, bringing together thousands of manufacturers, buyers, brokers, distributors, and industry professionals for three days of product discovery, networking, and business opportunity. It highlights innovation across hundreds of food and drink categories and provides insight into emerging trends, category expansion, and global sourcing.
The Opal Group will be watching developments and connecting with industry partners as part of our ongoing commitment to supporting FMCG brands exploring U.S. market opportunities and strategic growth.
Dates: June 28–30, 2026
SIAL Paris 2026: Paris, France, October 17–21, 2026
Global food innovation and international trade exhibition.
SIAL Paris is one of the world’s largest international food trade shows, bringing together consumer goods manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and industry professionals from across the global food and beverage ecosystem. This show showcases product innovation, market trends, and emerging business opportunities while providing a platform for networking, insight-sharing, and collaboration.
The Opal Group will be at SIAL Paris as part of our continued commitment to tracking global food industry trends and supporting FMCG brands looking to enter the U.S. market.
Dates: October 17–21, 2026
PLMA 2026 Annual Private Label Trade Show: Chicago, Illinois, November 15–17, 2026
North America’s leading private label and store brands trade event.
The PLMA Annual Private Label Trade Show is the premier industry event dedicated to store brands and private label products, bringing together manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, and service providers from across the consumer goods industry. The show highlights innovation in private label products spanning food, beverages, personal care, household goods, and more while offering extensive opportunities for sourcing, networking, and category exploration.
The Opal Group will be at PLMA 2026 as part of our continued support for FMCG brands navigating private label opportunities and growth in the U.S. market.
Dates: November 15–17, 2026
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