The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR), Washington, D.C., has released a guidance document that provides information on dealing with the growing issue of full body sleeve labels on PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles. According to the APR, "Sleeve Label Substrate for PET Bottles Critical Guidance Document" addresses several key label design issues that affect the removal of the labels in the recycling process and quantifies the effects of label residue on PET bottle recycling. Through testing and data interpretation the document is designed to help packaging decision ...