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APPA’s 2026 Pet Market Forecast: Hardware Priorities for Value-Conscious Brands
APPA reports $158 billion in U.S. pet expenditure in 2025 and projects $165 billion for 2026. Here is a measured hardware-sourcing response to a resilient but value-conscious market.
EU PPWR Pallet-Wrap Exemption: What Hardware Shippers Should Still Check
The Commission exempted certain pallet wrapping and straps from a 100% reuse requirement. The exemption does not remove all EU packaging obligations.
140th Canton Fair 2026: A Hardware Buyer’s Phase-One Preparation Guide
The 140th Canton Fair lists hardware and tools in its October 15–19 Phase One. Prepare a technical comparison sheet before meeting potential suppliers.
Pet Fair Asia 2026: What Global Buyer Growth Means for Pet Hardware Sourcing
Pet Fair Asia reported record 2026 scale and international participation. Here are practical sourcing implications for leash, collar and harness hardware buyers.
EU Safety Gate 2025 Report: Lessons for Pet and Luggage Hardware Buyers
The European Commission reported a record 4,671 Safety Gate alerts in 2025. Hardware buyers can use the trend to strengthen product risk files and traceability.
ECHA Adds Two SVHCs in 2026: A Coatings and Material-Declaration Check
ECHA added two substances to the SVHC Candidate List in February 2026. Hardware buyers should review relevant chemicals and article declarations without assuming every coating contains them.