PCPC Leadership On US Legislative Landscape, EU Microplastic Restriction, Other 2021 Concerns
Executive Summary
The Personal Care Products Council’s government affairs heads, chief scientist and executive VP of global strategies discuss the trade association’s 2021 priorities and preoccupations.
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