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Brazil's packaging exports increase
The Brazilian Packaging Association (ABRE) reported a 22% growth in packaging exports to $280m (£153m) in the first half of 2008, according to a study carried out by the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV).
Empty packaging imports increased 33% between January and June compared with the same period in 2007. Total imports rose to R$211m (£71m).
The study predicts growth of 3% for the Brazilian packaging industry for the full year, with net revenues of R$34.7bn.
ABRE represents the complete packaging supply chain. It was established in 1967 and now has more than 270 members.
Empty packaging imports also increased
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