May 2026
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Honey Jar Sizes UK: Which Size Do You Need?
Honey is sold by weight, not volume. Because honey is around 40% denser than water, a 280ml jar does not hold 280g of honey. A complete size and weight guide for UK producers covering every format from sample jars to bulk supply.
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Glass Jar Specifications for Commercial and Contract Manufacturers Who Are Scaling Chutney Production
A commercial guide for chutney producers and contract manufacturers scaling above 20,000 units per year. Discover how glass jar dimensional tolerances, pallet configurations, BRCGS supply continuity, and Declaration of Compliance (DoC) requirements directly impact automated filling line efficiency and retail audit success.
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UK EPR Fees for Glass Packaging: What Food Producers Pay Per Bottle or Jar in 2026
From April 2025, every glass jar or bottle you sell carries an EPR fee based purely on its weight. A 500g jam jar costs 9.6p. A spirit bottle reaches 11p. Meanwhile, plastic bottles weighing 50g pay around 2.1p and some pay nothing at all. This guide breaks down how the fee is calculated, who pays it, and the practical steps food producers can take to reduce their exposure.
