Naphtha Shortages Having a Growing Impact in Japan

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Naphtha shortages, caused by the Iran war, are affecting various industries in Japan, including snack food manufacturers like Calbee, which has switched to black-and-white packaging for some products.

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5/30/2026, 2:00:54 PM

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