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Japan sees shortage of plastic bags, trays and gloves, as Iran war-induced naphtha shortage worsens
Japan faces a critical shortage of plastic goods due to a naphtha supply disruption stemming from the Middle East conflict. The crisis is impacting retailers, waste management, and public sentiment, with similar effects spreading across East Asia.
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Japan sees shortage of plastic bags, trays and gloves, as Iran war-induced naphtha shortage worsens
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