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Acquisition opens door to wider use of compliance packaging

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July 22, 2008 - MWV, formerly MeadWestvaco, Richmond, VA, expands worldwide access to compliance packaging with acquisition of International Labs, St. Petersburg, FL. Purchase made in conjunction with Bilcare, Pune, India, combines MWV expertise in package design with Bilcare’s capabilities in packaging materials, anti-counterfeiting technology, clinical services, research services, plus International Labs’ contract packaging services for retail pharmacies, drug makers. International Labs relies on MWV’s Shellpak compliance packaging for generic, branded drug programs. Child-resistant, senior-friendly Shellpak design integrates foil-backed blister pack with labeled, injection molded plastic shell, eliminates need for additional transport packaging, provides billboard space to increase shelf visibility, brand identity. Pre-filled Shellpak minimizes pill-counting time in pharmacy, provides consumer with on-pack instructions regarding dosage days/times to make it easier to take medication correctly. Terms of agreement remain undisclosed.
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