Naphtha Shortage in Japan Leads to Packaging Changes, Price Hikes
- Posted on May 19, 2026
- By The Japan News
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Naphtha Shortage in Japan Leads to Packaging Changes, Price Hikes
Due to the situation in the Middle East, Japan is facing a shortage of naphtha, a petroleum product used as a raw material for many everyday products. The shortage has forced manufacturers to change their food packaging designs or raise prices. Despite the government’s efforts to diversify sources, bottlenecks in the supply chain remain unresolved.
