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Japan Faces Shortages of Plastic Bags and Trays Amid Naphtha Crisis

4 Haziran 2026The Guardian

Japan is experiencing a significant shortage of plastic bags, trays, and gloves, primarily due to a worsening naphtha shortage linked to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Naphtha is a crucial ingredient derived from crude oil, which Japan heavily relies on for its plastic production, especially in the food sector.
With the food industry consuming nearly one-third of Japan's annual plastic usage, the impact of these shortages is being felt widely, prompting some businesses to incentivize customers to use their own reusable containers.
Japan's dependence on the Middle East for crude oil underscores the interconnectedness of global markets and the direct impact of regional conflicts on domestic industries. The ongoing war in Iran has exacerbated the naphtha shortage, revealing the fragility of supply chains that many sectors, including food service…
The current plastic supply crisis in Japan highlights the vulnerabilities in global supply chains, particularly those reliant on geopolitical stability in oil-rich regions. As the naphtha shortage continues to escalate, it raises questions about the sustainability of Japan's plastic consumption patterns and the need…

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