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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 20222023
OR
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM     TO      
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 1-11846
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AptarGroup, Inc.
Delaware36-3853103
(State of Incorporation)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
265 EXCHANGE DRIVE, SUITE 301, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60014
815-477-0424
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.01 par valueATRNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes þ No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes þ No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer”, “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer
Accelerated filer

Non-accelerated
filer
Smaller reporting
company
Emerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes No þ
The number of shares outstanding of common stock, as of October 21, 2022,20, 2023, was 65,284,00865,781,269 shares.


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AptarGroup, Inc.
Form 10-Q
Quarter Ended September 30, 20222023
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PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
AptarGroup, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(Unaudited)
In thousands, except per share amountsIn thousands, except per share amountsIn thousands, except per share amounts
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Net SalesNet Sales$836,860 $825,442 $2,526,335 $2,413,228 Net Sales$892,997 $836,860 $2,648,970 $2,526,335 
Operating Expenses:Operating Expenses:Operating Expenses:
Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)546,376 537,085 1,638,114 1,548,840 Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)566,691 546,376 1,697,824 1,638,114 
Selling, research & development and administrativeSelling, research & development and administrative135,428 135,931 416,351 411,192 Selling, research & development and administrative138,137 135,428 427,488 416,351 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization57,601 59,280 174,818 174,508 Depreciation and amortization62,686 57,601 184,212 174,818 
Restructuring initiativesRestructuring initiatives2,270 10,223 2,989 18,771 Restructuring initiatives6,161 2,270 19,628 2,989 
Total Operating ExpensesTotal Operating Expenses741,675 742,519 2,232,272 2,153,311 Total Operating Expenses773,675 741,675 2,329,152 2,232,272 
Operating IncomeOperating Income95,185 82,923 294,063 259,917 Operating Income119,322 95,185 319,818 294,063 
Other (Expense) Income:Other (Expense) Income:Other (Expense) Income:
Interest expenseInterest expense(9,756)(8,011)(30,668)(22,601)Interest expense(9,984)(9,756)(29,900)(30,668)
Interest incomeInterest income752 401 2,029 1,406 Interest income946 752 2,266 2,029 
Net investment gain (loss)649 (9,021)(1,084)6,177 
Net investment (loss) gainNet investment (loss) gain(1,240)649 1,839 (1,084)
Equity in results of affiliatesEquity in results of affiliates178 (71)(184)(505)Equity in results of affiliates1,002 178 1,514 (184)
Miscellaneous, net(2,093)13 (3,144)(2,978)
Miscellaneous income (expense), netMiscellaneous income (expense), net3 (2,093)(1,341)(3,144)
Total Other ExpenseTotal Other Expense(10,270)(16,689)(33,051)(18,501)Total Other Expense(9,273)(10,270)(25,622)(33,051)
Income before Income TaxesIncome before Income Taxes84,915 66,234 261,012 241,416 Income before Income Taxes110,049 84,915 294,196 261,012 
Provision for Income TaxesProvision for Income Taxes30,738 19,340 80,851 55,309 Provision for Income Taxes25,751 30,738 72,265 80,851 
Net IncomeNet Income$54,177 $46,894 $180,161 $186,107 Net Income$84,298 $54,177 $221,931 $180,161 
Net Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests$67 $366 $131 $381 
Net (Gain) Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling InterestsNet (Gain) Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests$(2)$67 $201 $131 
Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.$54,244 $47,260 $180,292 $186,488 Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.$84,296 $54,244 $222,132 $180,292 
Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc. per Common Share:Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc. per Common Share:Net Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc. per Common Share:
BasicBasic$0.83 $0.72 $2.75 $2.84 Basic$1.28 $0.83 $3.39 $2.75 
DilutedDiluted$0.81 $0.70 $2.70 $2.75 Diluted$1.26 $0.81 $3.32 $2.70 
Average Number of Shares Outstanding:Average Number of Shares Outstanding:Average Number of Shares Outstanding:
BasicBasic65,322 65,900 65,446 65,652 Basic65,707 65,322 65,550 65,446 
DilutedDiluted66,581 67,801 66,825 67,799 Diluted67,035 66,581 66,865 66,825 
Dividends per Common ShareDividends per Common Share$0.38 $0.38 $1.14 $1.12 Dividends per Common Share$0.41 $0.38 $1.17 $1.14 

See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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AptarGroup, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Unaudited)
In thousandsIn thousandsIn thousands
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Net IncomeNet Income$54,177 $46,894 $180,161 $186,107 Net Income$84,298 $54,177 $221,931 $180,161 
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss):Other Comprehensive Income (Loss):Other Comprehensive Income (Loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments(92,164)(30,410)(184,051)(57,783)Foreign currency translation adjustments(52,514)(92,164)(28,639)(184,051)
Changes in derivative gains, net of tax3,542 230 3,663 1,039 
Changes in derivative gains (losses), net of taxChanges in derivative gains (losses), net of tax2,707 3,542 (2,424)3,663 
Defined benefit pension plan, net of taxDefined benefit pension plan, net of taxDefined benefit pension plan, net of tax
Actuarial gain (loss), net of tax31 87 (719)529 
Actuarial (loss) gain, net of taxActuarial (loss) gain, net of tax(5)31 63 (719)
Amortization of prior service cost included in net income, net of taxAmortization of prior service cost included in net income, net of tax25 25 78 90 Amortization of prior service cost included in net income, net of tax33 25 98 78 
Amortization of net loss included in net income, net of taxAmortization of net loss included in net income, net of tax1,551 2,333 4,703 7,041 Amortization of net loss included in net income, net of tax161 1,551 483 4,703 
Total defined benefit pension plan, net of taxTotal defined benefit pension plan, net of tax1,607 2,445 4,062 7,660 Total defined benefit pension plan, net of tax189 1,607 644 4,062 
Total other comprehensive lossTotal other comprehensive loss(87,015)(27,735)(176,326)(49,084)Total other comprehensive loss(49,618)(87,015)(30,419)(176,326)
Comprehensive (Loss) Income(32,838)19,159 3,835 137,023 
Comprehensive Income Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests910 832 1,750 847 
Comprehensive (Loss) Income Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.$(31,928)$19,991 $5,585 $137,870 
Comprehensive Income (Loss)Comprehensive Income (Loss)34,680 (32,838)191,512 3,835 
Comprehensive Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling InterestsComprehensive Loss Attributable to Noncontrolling Interests88 910 319 1,750 
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.Comprehensive Income (Loss) Attributable to AptarGroup, Inc.$34,768 $(31,928)$191,831 $5,585 
See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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AptarGroup, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
In thousandsIn thousandsIn thousands
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
AssetsAssetsAssets
Cash and equivalentsCash and equivalents$124,812 $122,925 Cash and equivalents$151,573 $141,732 
Short-term investments 740 
Total Cash and equivalents and Short-term investments124,812 123,665 
Accounts and notes receivable, less current expected credit loss ("CECL") of $9,899 in 2022 and $7,374 in 2021690,818 671,350 
Accounts and notes receivable, less current expected credit loss ("CECL") of $12,209 in 2023 and $9,519 in 2022Accounts and notes receivable, less current expected credit loss ("CECL") of $12,209 in 2023 and $9,519 in 2022717,484 676,987 
InventoriesInventories462,752 441,464 Inventories490,872 486,806 
Prepaid and otherPrepaid and other121,352 121,729 Prepaid and other142,829 124,766 
Total Current AssetsTotal Current Assets1,399,734 1,358,208 Total Current Assets1,502,758 1,430,291 
LandLand28,373 31,436 Land29,421 30,197 
Buildings and improvementsBuildings and improvements630,968 631,897 Buildings and improvements718,242 693,542 
Machinery and equipmentMachinery and equipment2,713,619 2,862,142 Machinery and equipment3,022,026 2,925,517 
Property, Plant and Equipment, GrossProperty, Plant and Equipment, Gross3,372,960 3,525,475 Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross3,769,689 3,649,256 
Less: Accumulated depreciationLess: Accumulated depreciation(2,147,160)(2,249,598)Less: Accumulated depreciation(2,381,041)(2,305,592)
Property, Plant and Equipment, NetProperty, Plant and Equipment, Net1,225,800 1,275,877 Property, Plant and Equipment, Net1,388,648 1,343,664 
Investments in equity securitiesInvestments in equity securities51,491 59,485 Investments in equity securities48,022 52,308 
GoodwillGoodwill910,041 974,157 Goodwill943,037 945,632 
Intangible assets, netIntangible assets, net317,144 362,343 Intangible assets, net287,231 315,744 
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets57,098 62,454 Operating lease right-of-use assets53,510 58,675 
MiscellaneousMiscellaneous65,164 48,840 Miscellaneous75,018 57,144 
Total Other AssetsTotal Other Assets1,400,938 1,507,279 Total Other Assets1,406,818 1,429,503 
Total AssetsTotal Assets$4,026,472 $4,141,364 Total Assets$4,298,224 $4,203,458 
See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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AptarGroup, Inc.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
In thousands, except share and per share amountsIn thousands, except share and per share amountsIn thousands, except share and per share amounts
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Liabilities and Stockholders’ EquityLiabilities and Stockholders’ EquityLiabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Current Liabilities:Current Liabilities:Current Liabilities:
Notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdraftsNotes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts$53,209 $147,276 Notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts$124,503 $3,810 
Current maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costsCurrent maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs111,034 142,351 Current maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs366,378 118,981 
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilitiesAccounts payable, accrued and other liabilities732,409 692,865 Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities740,759 794,385 
Total Current LiabilitiesTotal Current Liabilities896,652 982,492 Total Current Liabilities1,231,640 917,176 
Long-Term Obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costsLong-Term Obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs1,028,048 907,024 Long-Term Obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs680,065 1,052,597 
Deferred income taxesDeferred income taxes19,545 27,547 Deferred income taxes17,448 20,563 
Retirement and deferred compensation plansRetirement and deferred compensation plans105,947 116,809 Retirement and deferred compensation plans57,433 48,977 
Operating lease liabilitiesOperating lease liabilities42,125 48,010 Operating lease liabilities39,697 42,948 
Deferred and other non-current liabilitiesDeferred and other non-current liabilities46,030 74,882 Deferred and other non-current liabilities58,252 52,993 
Commitments and contingenciesCommitments and contingencies — Commitments and contingencies — 
Total Deferred Liabilities and OtherTotal Deferred Liabilities and Other213,647 267,248 Total Deferred Liabilities and Other172,830 165,481 
AptarGroup, Inc. stockholders’ equityAptarGroup, Inc. stockholders’ equityAptarGroup, Inc. stockholders’ equity
Common stock, $.01 par value, 199 million shares authorized, 70.7 million and 70.4 million shares issued as of September 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively707 704 
Common stock, $.01 par value, 199 million shares authorized, 71.5 million and 70.9 million shares issued as of September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectivelyCommon stock, $.01 par value, 199 million shares authorized, 71.5 million and 70.9 million shares issued as of September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively715 709 
Capital in excess of par valueCapital in excess of par value954,477 916,534 Capital in excess of par value1,028,663 968,618 
Retained earningsRetained earnings1,895,049 1,789,413 Retained earnings2,074,434 1,929,240 
Accumulated other comprehensive lossAccumulated other comprehensive loss(490,748)(316,041)Accumulated other comprehensive loss(371,440)(341,366)
Less: Treasury stock at cost, 5.4 million and 4.9 million shares as of September 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively(484,803)(421,203)
Less: Treasury stock at cost, 5.7 million and 5.6 million shares as of September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectivelyLess: Treasury stock at cost, 5.7 million and 5.6 million shares as of September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively(532,633)(503,266)
Total AptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ EquityTotal AptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity1,874,682 1,969,407 Total AptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity2,199,739 2,053,935 
Noncontrolling interests in subsidiariesNoncontrolling interests in subsidiaries13,443 15,193 Noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries13,950 14,269 
Total Stockholders’ EquityTotal Stockholders’ Equity1,888,125 1,984,600 Total Stockholders’ Equity2,213,689 2,068,204 
Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ EquityTotal Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity$4,026,472 $4,141,364 Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity$4,298,224 $4,203,458 
See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
(Unaudited)
In thousandsIn thousandsIn thousands
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedAptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ EquityThree Months EndedAptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity
September 30, 2022 and 2021Retained EarningsAccumulated
Other
Comprehensive (Loss) Income
Common
Stock
Par Value
Treasury
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
September 30, 2023 and 2022September 30, 2023 and 2022Retained EarningsAccumulated
Other
Comprehensive (Loss) Income
Common
Stock
Par Value
Treasury
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
Retained EarningsAccumulated
Other
Comprehensive (Loss) Income
Common
Stock
Par Value
Treasury
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
Balance - June 30, 2021
Balance - June 30, 2022Balance - June 30, 2022$1,865,634 $(404,576)$706 $(467,550)$939,897 $14,353 $1,948,464 
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)47,260 — — — — (366)46,894 Net income (loss)54,244 — — — — (67)54,177 
Acquisitions of non-controlling interest— — — — — 38,543 38,543 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— (29,944)— — — (466)(30,410)Foreign currency translation adjustments— (91,321)— — — (843)(92,164)
Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of taxChanges in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 2,445 — — — — 2,445 Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 1,607 — — — — 1,607 
Changes in derivative gains, net of taxChanges in derivative gains, net of tax— 230 — — — — 230 Changes in derivative gains, net of tax— 3,542 — — — — 3,542 
Stock awards and option exercisesStock awards and option exercises— — 884 4,219 — 5,104 Stock awards and option exercises— — 1,988 14,580 — 16,569 
Cash dividends declared on common stockCash dividends declared on common stock(25,078)— — — — — (25,078)Cash dividends declared on common stock(24,829)— — — — — (24,829)
Treasury stock purchasedTreasury stock purchased— — — (28,398)— — (28,398)Treasury stock purchased— — — (19,241)— — (19,241)
Balance - September 30, 2021$1,756,820 $(330,327)$703 $(371,896)$902,601 $38,092 $1,995,993 
Balance - September 30, 2022Balance - September 30, 2022$1,895,049 $(490,748)$707 $(484,803)$954,477 $13,443 $1,888,125 
Balance - June 30, 2022$1,865,634 $(404,576)$706 $(467,550)$939,897 $14,353 $1,948,464 
Balance - June 30, 2023Balance - June 30, 2023$2,017,065 $(321,913)$713 $(526,484)$1,005,007 $14,038 $2,188,426 
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)54,244 — — — — (67)54,177 Net income (loss)84,296 — — — — 84,298 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— (91,321)— — — (843)(92,164)Foreign currency translation adjustments(1)(52,423)— — — (90)(52,514)
Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of taxChanges in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 1,607 — — — — 1,607 Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 189 — — — — 189 
Changes in derivative gains, net of taxChanges in derivative gains, net of tax— 3,542 — — — — 3,542 Changes in derivative gains, net of tax— 2,707 — — — — 2,707 
Stock awards and option exercisesStock awards and option exercises— — 1,988 14,580 — 16,569 Stock awards and option exercises— — 2,114 23,656 — 25,772 
Cash dividends declared on common stockCash dividends declared on common stock(24,829)— — — — — (24,829)Cash dividends declared on common stock(26,926)— — — — — (26,926)
Treasury stock purchasedTreasury stock purchased— —��— (19,241)— — (19,241)Treasury stock purchased— — — (8,263)— — (8,263)
Balance - September 30, 2022$1,895,049 $(490,748)$707 $(484,803)$954,477 $13,443 $1,888,125 
Balance - September 30, 2023Balance - September 30, 2023$2,074,434 $(371,440)$715 $(532,633)$1,028,663 $13,950 $2,213,689 
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In thousandsIn thousandsIn thousands
Nine Months EndedNine Months EndedAptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ EquityNine Months EndedAptarGroup, Inc. Stockholders’ Equity
September 30, 2022 and 2021Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
(Loss) Income
Common
Stock
Par Value
Treasury
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
Balance - December 31, 2020$1,643,825 $(281,709)$695 $(361,583)$849,161 $396 $1,850,785 
Net income (loss)186,488 — — — — (381)186,107 
Acquisitions of non-controlling interest— — — — — 38,543 38,543 
Foreign currency translation adjustments— (57,317)— — — (466)(57,783)
Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 7,660 — — — — 7,660 
Changes in derivative gains, net of tax— 1,039 — — — — 1,039 
Stock awards and option exercises— — 18,085 53,440 — 71,533 
Cash dividends declared on common stock(73,493)— — — — — (73,493)
Treasury stock purchased— — — (28,398)— — (28,398)
Balance - September 30, 2021$1,756,820 $(330,327)$703 $(371,896)$902,601 $38,092 $1,995,993 
September 30, 2023 and 2022September 30, 2023 and 2022Retained
Earnings
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
(Loss) Income
Common
Stock
Par Value
Treasury
Stock
Capital in
Excess of
Par Value
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
Balance - December 31, 2021Balance - December 31, 2021$1,789,413 $(316,041)$704 $(421,203)$916,534 $15,193 $1,984,600 Balance - December 31, 2021$1,789,413 $(316,041)$704 $(421,203)$916,534 $15,193 $1,984,600 
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)180,292 — — — — (131)180,161 Net income (loss)180,292 — — — — (131)180,161 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments— (182,432)— — — (1,619)(184,051)Foreign currency translation adjustments— (182,432)— — — (1,619)(184,051)
Changes in unrecognized pension gains and related amortization, net of tax— 4,062 — — — — 4,062 
Changes in derivative gains, net of tax— 3,663 — — — — 3,663 
Changes in unrecognized pension gains (losses) and related amortization, net of taxChanges in unrecognized pension gains (losses) and related amortization, net of tax— 4,062 — — — — 4,062 
Changes in derivative gains (losses), net of taxChanges in derivative gains (losses), net of tax— 3,663 — — — — 3,663 
Stock awards and option exercisesStock awards and option exercises— — 8,729 37,943 — 46,675 Stock awards and option exercises— — 8,729 37,943 — 46,675 
Cash dividends declared on common stockCash dividends declared on common stock(74,656)— — — — — (74,656)Cash dividends declared on common stock(74,656)— — — — — (74,656)
Treasury stock purchasedTreasury stock purchased— — — (72,329)— — (72,329)Treasury stock purchased— — — (72,329)— — (72,329)
Balance - September 30, 2022Balance - September 30, 2022$1,895,049 $(490,748)$707 $(484,803)$954,477 $13,443 $1,888,125 Balance - September 30, 2022$1,895,049 $(490,748)$707 $(484,803)$954,477 $13,443 $1,888,125 
Balance - December 31, 2022Balance - December 31, 2022$1,929,240 $(341,366)$709 $(503,266)$968,618 $14,269 $2,068,204 
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)222,132 — — — — (201)221,931 
Foreign currency translation adjustmentsForeign currency translation adjustments(227)(28,294)— — — (118)(28,639)
Changes in unrecognized pension gains (losses) and related amortization, net of taxChanges in unrecognized pension gains (losses) and related amortization, net of tax— 644 — — — — 644 
Changes in derivative gains (losses), net of taxChanges in derivative gains (losses), net of tax— (2,424)— — — — (2,424)
Stock awards and option exercisesStock awards and option exercises— — 7,935 60,045 — 67,986 
Cash dividends declared on common stockCash dividends declared on common stock(76,711)— — — — — (76,711)
Treasury stock purchasedTreasury stock purchased— — — (37,302)— — (37,302)
Balance - September 30, 2023Balance - September 30, 2023$2,074,434 $(371,440)$715 $(532,633)$1,028,663 $13,950 $2,213,689 
See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
In thousands, brackets denote cash outflows
Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net income$180,161 $186,107 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operations:
Depreciation142,046 144,637 
Amortization32,772 29,871 
Stock-based compensation31,941 29,720 
Provision for CECL3,344 1,016 
Loss (gain) on disposition of fixed assets315 (225)
Net loss (gain) on remeasurement of equity securities1,084 (6,177)
Deferred income taxes(9,506)(10,926)
Defined benefit plan expense18,367 21,930 
Equity in results of affiliates184 505 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration(2,265)3,110 
Changes in balance sheet items, excluding effects from foreign currency adjustments:
Accounts and other receivables(76,921)(109,194)
Inventories(62,139)(71,482)
Prepaid and other current assets(9,903)(13,105)
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities62,053 63,724 
Income taxes payable15,470 (1,656)
Retirement and deferred compensation plan liabilities(15,432)(6,400)
Other changes, net(5,222)(2,082)
Net Cash Provided by Operations306,349 259,373 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Capital expenditures(226,131)(216,689)
Proceeds from government grants17,058 — 
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment778 4,916 
Maturity of short-term investment740 — 
Purchase of short-term investments (76)
Acquisition of business, net of cash acquired and release of escrow(4,100)(124,998)
Acquisition of intangible assets, net(5,189)— 
Investment in equity securities (5,871)
Proceeds from sale of investment in equity securities1,599 — 
Notes receivable, net(7,155)(713)
Net Cash Used by Investing Activities(222,400)(343,431)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Proceeds from notes payable and overdrafts35,058 10,059 
Repayments of notes payable and overdrafts(33,417)(11,702)
Repayments and proceeds of short term revolving credit facility, net(93,468)6,766 
Proceeds from long-term obligations406,550 11,660 
Repayments of long-term obligations(262,245)(66,026)
Debt issuance costs(4,009)(1,718)
Dividends paid(74,656)(73,493)
Proceeds from stock option exercises18,411 53,979 
Purchase of treasury stock(72,329)(28,398)
Net Cash Used by Financing Activities(80,105)(98,873)
Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash(957)(7,482)
Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash2,887 (190,413)
Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period122,925 304,970 
Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash at End of Period$125,812 $114,557 
In thousands, brackets denote cash outflows
Nine Months Ended September 30,20232022
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net income$221,931 $180,161 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operations:
Depreciation150,718 142,046 
Amortization33,494 32,772 
Stock-based compensation36,084 31,941 
Provision for CECL3,449 3,344 
(Gain) loss on disposition of fixed assets(3,753)315 
Net (gain) loss on remeasurement of equity securities(1,839)1,084 
Deferred income taxes(16,978)(9,506)
Defined benefit plan expense10,659 18,367 
Equity in results of affiliates(1,514)184 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration (2,265)
Changes in balance sheet items, excluding effects from foreign currency adjustments:
Accounts and other receivables(43,061)(76,921)
Inventories(5,188)(62,139)
Prepaid and other current assets(19,236)(9,903)
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities3,860 62,053 
Income taxes payable(8,732)15,470 
Retirement and deferred compensation plan liabilities1,323 (15,432)
Other changes, net(5,615)(5,222)
Net Cash Provided by Operations355,602 306,349 
Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
Capital expenditures(231,199)(226,131)
Proceeds from government grants 17,058 
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment6,037 778 
Maturity of short-term investment 740 
Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired and release of escrow(16,570)(4,100)
Acquisition of intangible assets, net(3,648)(5,189)
Proceeds from sale of investment in equity securities5,604 1,599 
Notes receivable, net439 (7,155)
Net Cash Used by Investing Activities(239,337)(222,400)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
Proceeds from notes payable and overdrafts24,392 35,058 
Repayments of notes payable and overdrafts(27,863)(33,417)
Proceeds and (repayments) of short term revolving credit facility, net123,514 (93,468)
Proceeds from long-term obligations257 406,550 
Repayments of long-term obligations(117,289)(262,245)
Debt issuance costs (4,009)
Payment of contingent consideration obligation(22,750)— 
Dividends paid(76,711)(74,656)
Proceeds from stock option exercises39,742 18,411 
Purchase of treasury stock(37,302)(72,329)
Net Cash Used by Financing Activities(94,010)(80,105)
Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash(12,914)(957)
Net Increase in Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash9,341 2,887 
Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period142,732 122,925 
Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash at End of Period$152,073 $125,812 
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Restricted cash included in the line item prepaid and other on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as shown below represents amounts held in escrow related to the Metaphase acquisition.
Nine Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021Nine Months Ended September 30,20232022
Cash and equivalentsCash and equivalents$124,812 $114,557 Cash and equivalents$151,573 $124,812 
Restricted cash included in prepaid and otherRestricted cash included in prepaid and other1,000 — Restricted cash included in prepaid and other500 1,000 
Total Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash shown in the Statement of Cash FlowsTotal Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash shown in the Statement of Cash Flows$125,812 $114,557 Total Cash and Equivalents and Restricted Cash shown in the Statement of Cash Flows$152,073 $125,812 
See accompanying unaudited Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
(Dollars in Thousands, Except per Share Amounts, or as Otherwise Indicated)
(Unaudited)
NOTE 1 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The accompanying unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of AptarGroup, Inc. and our subsidiaries. The terms “AptarGroup”, “Aptar”, “Company”, “we”, “us” or “our” as used herein refer to AptarGroup, Inc. and our subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. Certain previously reported amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation.
In the opinion of management, the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (the “Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements”) include all normal recurring adjustments necessary for a fair statement of consolidated financial position, results of operations, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows for the interim periods presented. The accompanying Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared by the Company, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations, although we believe that the disclosures made are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. Also, certain financial position data included herein was derived from the audited Consolidated Financial Statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20212022 but does not include all disclosures required by U.S. GAAP. Accordingly, these Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and related notes should be read in conjunction with the audited Consolidated Financial Statements and notes thereto included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021.2022. The results of operations of any interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year.
Beginning July 1, 2018, we have applied highly inflationary accounting for our Argentinian subsidiary pursuant to U.S. GAAP. We have changed the functional currency from the Argentinian peso to the U.S. dollar and remeasured our peso denominated assets and liabilities using the official rate. In September 2019, the President of Argentina reinstituted exchange controls restricting foreign currency purchases in an attempt to stabilize Argentina’s financial markets. As a result of these currency controls, a legal mechanism known as the Blue Chip Swap emerged in Argentina for reporting entities to transfer U.S. dollars. The Blue Chip Swap rate has diverged significantly from Argentina’s “official rate” due to the economic environment. During the second quarter of 2020, we transferred U.S. dollars into Argentina through the Blue Chip Swap method. During the third quarter of 2021, we utilized the Blue Chip Swap and recognized a gain of $1.4 million. Our Argentinian operations contributed less than 1.5% of consolidated net assets and revenues as of and for the nine months ended September 30, 2022.
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in disruptions to the global economy and supply chains. As the rates of transmission have slowed in many regions during 2022, we have seen several of our impacted applications return to more normal volume levels. We have seen improvement in sales of our products to our prescription, beauty, hair care and sun care customers as people return to more active lifestyles. However, we have also seen more normal volumes in some of the applications which benefited from the pandemic, such as our personal cleansing and surface cleaner products, food applications, active material science solutions and injectables components. While some countries continue to experience disruptions due to efforts to eliminate the virus, we do not believe these impacts will be material to our business based on the current environment.
As of September 30, 2022, the war in Ukraine has not had a significant direct impact on our business, though the near-term visibility for this situation is expected to remain fluid and uncertain for the next several quarters. However, we have experienced some indirect impacts on our business, including higher energy and other input costs as well as certain supply chain disruptions.
ADOPTION OF RECENT ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
Changes to U.S. GAAP are established by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) in the form of Accounting Standards Updates (“ASUs”) to the FASB’s Accounting Standards Codification.
In November 2021,September 2022, the FASB issued ASU 2021-10, Government Assistance2022-04, Liabilities-Supplier Finance Programs (Topic 832): Disclosures by Business Entities about Government Assistance. This update405), which enhances the transparency of supplier finance programs and requires annualcertain disclosures about transactions withfor a government thatbuyer in a supplier finance program. The requirements are accountedeffective for by applying a grant or contribution accounting model by analogyfiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022, including interim periods within those fiscal years, except for the nature of the transaction, the financial statement line items affected by the transaction and any significant terms and conditions associated with the transactions.amendment on roll forward information, which is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 13, 2023. Early adoption is permitted. We adopted this guidance in the fourth quarter of 2021 using the prospective approach.
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2022.
In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04, which provides optional expedients and exceptions for applying U.S. GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions affected by reference rate reform if certain criteria are met. The amendments to this update apply only to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. ASU 2020-04 was further amended in January 2021 by ASU 2021-01 which clarified the applicability of certain provisions. Both standards are effective upon issuance and cancould be adopted any time prior to December 31, 2022. The guidance in ASU 2020-04 and ASU 2021-01 is optional and may be elected over time as reference rate reform activities occur. During 2021, we amendedWe adopted this guidance in the revolving credit facility to provide mechanics relating to a transitionsecond quarter of 2023 and have transitioned away from LIBOR (in the case of USD) and the designated benchmark rates for other available currencies and the replacement of any such applicable benchmark by a replacement alternative benchmark rate or mechanism for loans madeto SOFR in the applicable currency. We are evaluating any further impact this standard may have on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and anticipate no further significant impacts.revolving credit facility.
Other accounting standards that have been issued by the FASB or other standards-setting bodies did not have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
INCOME TAXES
We compute taxes on income in accordance with the tax rules and regulations of the many taxing authorities where income is earned. The income tax rates imposed by these taxing authorities may vary substantially. Taxable income may differ from pre-tax income for financial accounting purposes. To the extent that these differences create timing differences between the tax basis of an asset or liability and our reported amount in the financial statements, an appropriate provision for deferred income taxes is made.
The tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022 reflects an out-of-period charge of $7.2 million for taxes due to a legal entity reorganization to enhance the Company's dividend and cash management capabilities. The tax charge contributed 8.5% to the impact on the effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022. The tax charge should have been recognized in the three months ended March 31, 2022. The impacts of the error on the three months ended March 31, 2022 and the three months ended September 30, 2022 are not considered material to either period.
We maintain our assertion that the cash and distributable reserves at our non-U.S. affiliates are indefinitely reinvested. Asreinvested with the following exceptions: all earnings in Germany, the pre-2023 earnings in Suzhou, China and the pre-2020 earnings in Italy, Switzerland and Colombia. The change in the Suzhou, China assertion was made in the current quarter. Under current U.S. tax laws, all of September 30, 2022, under currently enacted laws, we do not have a balance of foreignour non-U.S. earnings that will beare subject to U.S. taxation upon repatriation.on a current or deferred basis. We will provide for the necessary withholding and local income taxes when management decides that an affiliate should make a distribution. These decisions are made taking into consideration the financial requirements of the non-U.S. affiliates and our global cash management goals.
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We provide a liability for the amount of unrecognized tax benefits from uncertain tax positions. This liability is provided whenever we determine that a tax benefit will not meet a more-likely-than-not threshold for recognition.
We are subject to the examination of our returns and other tax matters by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and other tax authorities and governmentalgovernment bodies. We believe that we have adequately provided a tax reserve for any adjustments that may result from tax examinations or uncertain tax positions. However, the outcome of tax audits cannot be predicted with certainty. If any issues addressed in our tax audits are resolved in a manner inconsistent with our expectations, we could be required to adjust our provision for income taxes in the period such resolution occurs. The resolution of each of these audits is not expected to be material to our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
ASSETS HELD FOR SALE
Assets to be disposed of by sale are reported at the lower of their carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell, and are not depreciated while they are held for sale. During the second quarter of 2023, we recorded $0.7 million as assets held for sale within prepaid and other on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets related to three buildings located in France. During the third quarter of 2023, two of the three buildings were sold and we recognized a $0.8 million gain on sale.
SUPPLY CHAIN FINANCE PROGRAM
We facilitate a supply chain finance program ("SCF") across Europe and the U.S. that is administered by a third-party platform. Eligible suppliers can elect to receive early payment of invoices, less an interest deduction, and negotiate their receivable sales arrangements through the third-party platform on behalf of the respective SCF bank. We are not a party to those agreements, and the terms of our payment obligations are not impacted by a supplier's participation in the SCF. Accordingly, we have concluded that this program continues to be a trade payable program and is not indicative of a borrowing arrangement. Under these agreements, the average payment terms range from 60 to 120 days and are based on industry standards and best practices within each of our regions.
All outstanding amounts related to suppliers participating in the SCF are recorded within accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, and associated payments are included in operating activities within our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. As of September 30, 2023, the amounts due to suppliers participating in the SCF and included in accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities were approximately $37.3 million.
We have lengthened the payment terms with our suppliers to be in line with customer trends. While we have offered a third party alternative for our suppliers to receive payments sooner, we generally do not utilize these offerings from our customers as the economic conditions currently are not beneficial for us.
 
NOTE 2 – REVENUE
Segment financial information for the prior periods has been recast to conform to the current presentation. Refer to Note 16 - Segment Information. Revenue by segment and geography based on shipped from locations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 iswas as follows:
For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2022
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Pharma$212,751 $105,542 $6,309 $18,795 $343,397 
Beauty + Home189,963 98,216 44,573 27,071 359,823 
Food + Beverage34,119 76,052 12,399 11,070 133,640 
Total$436,833 $279,810 $63,281 $56,936 $836,860 
For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2023
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Aptar Pharma$252,174 $106,804 $11,118 $19,092 $389,188 
Aptar Beauty203,599 58,181 39,963 22,237 323,980 
Aptar Closures53,431 89,795 21,956 14,647 179,829 
Total$509,204 $254,780 $73,037 $55,976 $892,997 
For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2022
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Aptar Pharma$212,751 $105,542 $6,309 $18,795 $343,397 
Aptar Beauty169,936 75,070 35,195 22,845 303,046 
Aptar Closures54,146 99,198 21,777 15,296 190,417 
Total$436,833 $279,810 $63,281 $56,936 $836,860 
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For the Three Months Ended September 30, 2021
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Pharma$202,893 $89,620 $5,318 $15,394 $313,225 
Beauty + Home193,772 109,103 40,441 30,772 374,088 
Food + Beverage36,824 81,514 11,991 7,800 138,129 
Total$433,489 $280,237 $57,750 $53,966 $825,442 
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Aptar Pharma$733,749 $309,946 $30,699 $61,540 $1,135,934 
Aptar Beauty629,168 175,942 113,282 61,564 979,956 
Aptar Closures167,836 261,903 63,128 40,213 533,080 
Total$1,530,753 $747,791 $207,109 $163,317 $2,648,970 
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Pharma$632,876 $320,297 $20,503 $52,414 $1,026,090 
Beauty + Home601,322 296,386 122,275 79,385 1,099,368 
Food + Beverage102,731 231,934 37,389 28,823 400,877 
Total$1,336,929 $848,617 $180,167 $160,622 $2,526,335 
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Pharma$623,060 $272,442 $15,982 $40,916 $952,400 
Beauty + Home575,383 311,589 113,665 80,643 1,081,280 
Food + Beverage97,728 220,551 33,129 28,140 379,548 
Total$1,296,171 $804,582 $162,776 $149,699 $2,413,228 
For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
SegmentEuropeDomesticLatin
America
AsiaTotal
Aptar Pharma$632,876 $320,297 $20,503 $52,414 $1,026,090 
Aptar Beauty540,629 224,269 97,337 67,558 929,793 
Aptar Closures163,424 304,051 62,327 40,650 570,452 
Total$1,336,929 $848,617 $180,167 $160,622 $2,526,335 
We perform our obligations under a contract with a customer by transferring goods and/or services in exchange for consideration from the customer. The timing of performance will sometimes differ from the timing of the invoicing for the associated consideration from the customer, thus resulting in the recognition of a contract asset or a contract liability. We recognize a contract asset when we transfer control of goods or services to a customer prior to invoicing for the related performance obligation. The contract asset is transferred to accounts receivable when the product is shipped and invoiced to the customer. We recognize a contract liability if the customer's payment of consideration precedes the entity's performance.
The opening and closing balances of our contract asset and contract liabilities arewere as follows:
Balance as of December 31, 2021Balance as of September 30, 2022Increase/
(Decrease)
Balance as of December 31, 2022Balance as of September 30, 2023Increase/
(Decrease)
Contract asset (current)Contract asset (current)$16,878 $12,495 $(4,383)Contract asset (current)$16,736 $19,768 $3,032 
Contract liability (current)Contract liability (current)86,340 89,573 3,233 Contract liability (current)80,241 73,282 (6,959)
Contract liability (long-term)Contract liability (long-term)21,905 24,225 2,320 Contract liability (long-term)25,361 32,818 7,457 
The differences in the opening and closing balances of our contract asset and contract liabilities are primarily the result of timing differences between our performance and the invoicing. The total amount of revenue recognized during the current year against contract liabilities is $96.1$106.0 million, including $52.8$59.4 million relating to contract liabilities at the beginning of the year. Current contract assets and long-term contract assets are included within the Prepaidprepaid and Other and Miscellaneous assets, respectively, while current contract liabilities and long-term contract liabilities are included within Accountsaccounts payable, accrued and other liabilities and deferred and other non-current liabilities, respectively, within our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Determining the Transaction Price
In most cases, the transaction price for each performance obligation is stated in the contract. In determining the variable amounts of consideration within the transaction price (such as volume-based customer rebates), we include an estimate of the expected amount of consideration as revenue. We apply the expected value method based on all of the information (historical, current, and forecast) that is reasonably available and identify reasonable estimates based on this information. We apply the method consistently throughout the contract when estimating the effect of an uncertainty on the amount of variable consideration to which we will be entitled.
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Product Sales
We primarily manufacture and sell drug delivery,and consumer product dosing, dispensing and active material science solutions.protection technologies. The amount of consideration is typically fixed for customers. At the time of delivery, the customer is invoiced at the agreed-upon price. Revenue from product sales is typically recognized upon manufacture or shipment, when control of the goods transfers to the customer.
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To determine when the control transfers, we typically assess, among other things, the shipping terms of the contract, shipping being one of the indicators of transfer of control. For a majority of product sales, control of the goods transfers to the customer at the time of shipment of the goods. Once the goods are shipped, we are precluded from redirecting the shipment to another customer. Therefore, our performance obligation is satisfied at the time of shipment. For sales in which control transfers upon delivery, shipping and/or handling costs that occur before the customer obtains control of the goods are deemed to be fulfillment activities and are accounted for as fulfillment costs and revenue is recorded upon final delivery to the customer location. We have elected to account for shipping and handling costs that occur after the customer has obtained control of a good as fulfillment costs rather than as a promised service. We do not have any material significant payment terms as payment is typically received shortly after the point of sale.
There also exist instances where we manufacture highly customized products that have no alternative use to us and for which we have an enforceable right to payment for performance completed to date. For these products, we transfer control and recognize revenue over time by measuring progress towards completion using the output method based on the number of products produced. As we normally make our products to a customer’s order, the time between production and shipment of our products is typically within a few weeks. We believe this measurement provides a faithful depiction of the transfer of goods as the costs incurred reflect the value of the products produced.
As a part of our customary business practice, we offer a standard warranty that the products will materially comply with the technical specifications and will be free from material defects. Because such warranties are not sold separately, do not provide for any service beyond a guarantee of a product’s initial specifications, and are not required by law, there is no revenue deferral for these types of warranties.
Tooling Sales
We also build or contract for molds and other tools (collectively defined as “tooling”) necessary to produce our products. As with product sales, we recognize revenue when control of the tool transfers to the customer. If the tooling is highly customized with no alternative use to us and we have an enforceable right to payment for performance completed to date, we transfer control and recognize revenue over time by measuring progress towards completion using the input method based on costs incurred relative to total estimated costs to completion. Otherwise, revenue for the tooling is recognized at the point in time when the customer approves the tool. We do not have any material significant payment terms as payment is typically either received during the mold-build process or shortly after completion.
In certain instances, we offer extended warranties on our tools above and beyond the normal standard warranties. We normally receive payment at the inception of the contract and recognize revenue over the term of the contract. We do not have any material extended warranties as of September 30, 20222023 or December 31, 2021.2022.
Service Sales
We also provide services to our pharmaceutical customers. As with product sales, we recognize revenue based on completion of each performance obligation of the service contract. Milestone deliverables and upfront payments are tied to specific performance obligations and recognized upon satisfaction of the individual performance obligation.
Contract Costs
We do not incur significant costs to obtain or fulfill revenue contracts.
Credit Risk
We are exposed to credit losses primarily through our product sales, tooling sales and services to our customers. We assess each customer’s ability to pay for the products we sell by conducting a credit review. The credit review considers our expected billing exposure and timing for payment and the customer’s established credit rating or our assessment of the customer’s creditworthiness based on our analysis of their financial statements when a credit rating is not available. We also consider contract terms and conditions, country and political risks, and business strategy in our evaluation. A credit limit is established for each customer based on the outcome of this review.
We monitor our ongoing credit exposure through active review of customer balances against contract terms and due dates. Our activities include timely account reconciliation, dispute resolution and payment confirmation. We may employ collection agencies and legal counsel to pursue recovery of defaulted receivables.
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Current uncertainty in credit and market conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, rising interest rates and inflation may slow our collection efforts if customers experience significant difficulty accessing credit and paying their obligations. Imposed sanctions delay payment, which may lead to higher than normal accounts receivable and increased CECL charges.
NOTE 3 - INVENTORIES
Inventories, by component net of reserves, consisted of:
September 30,
2022
December 31,
2021
September 30,
2023
December 31,
2022
Raw materialsRaw materials$150,931 $140,818 Raw materials$145,742 $159,041 
Work in processWork in process138,890 137,654 Work in process173,453 153,592 
Finished goodsFinished goods172,931 162,992 Finished goods171,677 174,173 
TotalTotal$462,752 $441,464 Total$490,872 $486,806 

NOTE 4 – GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 by reporting segment since December 31, 2021 arewere as follows:
PharmaBeauty +
Home
Food +
Beverage
Total
Balance as of December 31, 2021$520,197 $325,719 $128,241 $974,157 
Acquisition3,029 — — 3,029 
Foreign currency exchange effects(51,844)(14,462)(839)(67,145)
Balance as of September 30, 2022$471,382 $311,257 $127,402 $910,041 
Aptar
Pharma
Aptar
Beauty
Aptar ClosuresTotal
Balance as of December 31, 2022$498,742 $319,011 $127,879 $945,632 
Reclassification due to segment change— (39,472)39,472 — 
Acquisitions— 3,655 114 3,769 
Foreign currency exchange effects(5,191)(1,025)(148)(6,364)
Balance as of September 30, 2023$493,551 $282,169 $167,317 $943,037 
The table below shows a summary of intangible assets as of September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 2021.2022.
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Value
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Value
Weighted Average Amortization Period (Years)Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Value
Gross
Carrying
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Net
Value
Amortized intangible assets:Amortized intangible assets:Amortized intangible assets:
PatentsPatents9.0$7,498 $(1,678)$5,820 $2,767 $(1,528)$1,239 Patents9.8$7,181 $(1,617)$5,564 $8,044 $(1,968)$6,076 
Acquired technologyAcquired technology11.4128,193 (50,619)77,574 140,936 (45,613)95,323 Acquired technology11.4136,860 (65,378)71,482 135,191 (56,628)78,563 
Customer relationshipsCustomer relationships13.4298,658 (90,059)208,599 311,964 (77,512)234,452 Customer relationships13.5304,726 (116,570)188,156 305,994 (99,130)206,864 
Trademarks and trade namesTrademarks and trade names7.142,531 (25,729)16,802 44,893 (22,886)22,007 Trademarks and trade names7.544,140 (32,555)11,585 43,998 (28,190)15,808 
License agreements and otherLicense agreements and other38.014,755 (6,406)8,349 16,179 (6,857)9,322 License agreements and other31.416,910 (6,466)10,444 15,425 (6,992)8,433 
Total intangible assetsTotal intangible assets13.1$491,635 $(174,491)$317,144 $516,739 $(154,396)$362,343 Total intangible assets13.3$509,817 $(222,586)$287,231 $508,652 $(192,908)$315,744 
Aggregate amortization expense for the intangible assets above for the quarters ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 was $11,400 and 2021 was $10,678, and $10,249, respectively. Aggregate amortization expense for the intangible assets above for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 was $33,494 and 2021 was $32,772, and $29,871, respectively.
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FutureSeptember 30, 2023, future estimated amortization expense for the years ending December 31 is as follows:
2022$10,685 (remaining estimated amortization for 2022)
2023202342,362 2023$11,473 (remaining estimated amortization for 2023)
2024202439,151 202441,267 
2025202537,702 202539,565 
2026202635,611 202637,287 
2027202726,026 
ThereafterThereafter151,633 Thereafter131,613 
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Future amortization expense may fluctuate depending on changes in foreign currency rates. The estimates for amortization expense noted above are based upon foreign exchange rates as of September 30, 2022.2023.
NOTE 5 – INCOME TAXES
The tax provision for interim periods is determined using the estimated annual effective consolidated tax rate, based on the current estimate of full-year earnings and related estimated full year-taxes,full-year taxes, adjusted for the impact of discrete quarterly items.
The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, respectively, was 36.2%23.4% and 29.2%36.2%. The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, respectively, was 31.0%24.6% and 22.9%31.0%. The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2023 reflects additional tax benefits from employee stock-based compensation and a benefit related to a change in the U.S. tax regulations issued during the quarter related to foreign tax credits. The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022 reflects an out-of-period charge of $7.2 million for taxes related to a legal entity reorganization to enhance the Company'sour dividend and cash management capabilities. The tax charge contributedhad an 8.5% to the impact on the effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022. The tax charge should have been recognized in the three months ended March 31, 2022. The lower reported effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 20212023 reflects additional tax benefits from employee stock-based compensation. The impactscompensation, the refining of certain U.S. tax filing positions and a change in the error onU.S. tax regulations pertaining to foreign tax credits. As mentioned above, the three months ended March 31, 2022 andtax rate for the threenine months ended September 30, 2022, are not considered material to either period.reflects an out-of-period charge for $7.2 million and had a 2.8% impact on the effective tax rate.
NOTE 6 – DEBT
Notes Payable, Revolving Credit Facility and Overdrafts
At September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, our notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts consisted of the following:
September 30,
2022
December 31,
2021
Revolving credit facility 1.68%$49,005 $144,383 
Overdrafts 1.46% to 15.37%4,204 2,893 
$53,209 $147,276 
September 30,
2023
December 31,
2022
Revolving credit facility 4.73% to 6.18%$123,790 $— 
Overdrafts 4.64% to 4.71%713 3,810 
$124,503 $3,810 
On June 30, 2021, we entered into an amended and restated multi-currency revolving credit facility (the "revolving credit facility") with a syndicate of banks to replace the then-existing facility maturing July 2022 (the "prior credit facility") and to amend and restate the unsecured term loan facility extended to our wholly-owned UK subsidiary under the prior credit facility (as amended, the "amended term facility"). The revolving credit facility matures in June 2026, subject to a maximum of two one-year extensions in certain circumstances, and provides for unsecured financing of up to $600 million available in the U.S. and to our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. The amended term facility matured in July 2022 and was repaid in full. The revolving credit facility can be drawn in various currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, and CHF to the equivalent of $600 million, which may be increased by up to $300 million subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions. As of September 30, 2023, $44.5 million and €75.0 million ($79.3 million) was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S. and no balance was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. As of December 31, 2022, no balance was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S. and €50.0 million (approximately $49.0 million)no balance was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. As of December 31, 2021, $133 million was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S., €10 million (approximately $11.4 million given the exchange rates at the end of 2021) was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary and $56 million remained outstanding under the amended term facility.
There are no compensating balance requirements associated with our revolving credit facility. Each borrowing under the revolving credit facility will bear interest at rates based on LIBORSOFR (in the case of USD), EURIBOR (in the case of EUR), SONIA (in the case of GBP), SARON (in the case of CHF), prime rates or other similar rates, in each case plus an applicable margin. In May 2023 the revolving credit facility was amended to make SOFR the default borrowing rate for USD. The revolving credit facility also provides mechanics relating to a transition away from LIBOR (in the case of USD) and the designated benchmark rates for other available currencies and the replacement of any such applicable benchmark by a replacement alternative benchmark rate or mechanism for loans made in the applicable currency. A facility fee on the total amount of the revolving credit facility is also payable quarterly, regardless of usage. The applicable margins for borrowings under the revolving credit facility and the facility fee percentage may change from time to time depending on changes in our consolidated leverage ratio.
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In October 2020, we entered into an unsecured money market borrowing arrangement to provide short term financing of up to $30 million that is available in the U.S. No borrowing on this facility is permitted over a quarter end date. As such, no balance was utilized under this arrangement as of September 30, 20222023 or December 31, 2021.2022.
Long-Term Obligations
On July 19, 2023, we repaid in full the €100 million 0.98% Senior Notes that were due July 2023.
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On March 7, 2022, we issued $400 million aggregate principal amount of 3.60% Senior Notes due March 2032 in an underwritten public offering. The form and terms of the notes were established pursuant to an Indenture, dated as of March 7, 2022, as amended and supplemented by a First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of March 7, 2022, each between the Company and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee. Interest is payable semi-annually in arrears. The notes are unsecured obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of our other existing and future senior, unsecured indebtedness.
We redeemed all $75.0 million of our 3.25% senior unsecured notes during the second quarter of 2022 at a price equal to the principal amount plus accrued interest and a $0.4 million make-whole payment.
We redeemed all $125.0 million of our 3.49% senior unsecured notes during the third quarter of 2022 at a price equal to the principal amount plus accrued interest.
At September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, our long-term obligations consisted of the following:
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Notes payable 0.00% – 14.42%, due in monthly and annual installments through 2028$24,032 $22,785 
Senior unsecured notes 3.2%, due in 2022 75,000 
Senior unsecured debts 2.19% USD floating swapped to 1.36% EUR fixed, due in 2022 56,000 
Senior unsecured notes 3.5%, due in 2023 125,000 
Notes payable 0.00% – 2.25%, due in monthly and annual installments through 2031Notes payable 0.00% – 2.25%, due in monthly and annual installments through 2031$15,005 $29,167 
Senior unsecured notes 1.0%, due in 2023Senior unsecured notes 1.0%, due in 202398,010 113,830 Senior unsecured notes 1.0%, due in 2023 106,995 
Senior unsecured notes 3.4%, due in 2024Senior unsecured notes 3.4%, due in 202450,000 50,000 Senior unsecured notes 3.4%, due in 202450,000 50,000 
Senior unsecured notes 3.5%, due in 2024Senior unsecured notes 3.5%, due in 2024100,000 100,000 Senior unsecured notes 3.5%, due in 2024100,000 100,000 
Senior unsecured notes 1.2%, due in 2024Senior unsecured notes 1.2%, due in 2024196,020 227,660 Senior unsecured notes 1.2%, due in 2024211,440 213,990 
Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2025Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2025125,000 125,000 Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2025125,000 125,000 
Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2026Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2026125,000 125,000 Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2026125,000 125,000 
Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2032, net of discount of $1.0 million399,024 — 
Senior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2032, net of discount of $0.9 millionSenior unsecured notes 3.6%, due in 2032, net of discount of $0.9 million399,128 399,050 
Finance Lease LiabilitiesFinance Lease Liabilities26,741 30,185 Finance Lease Liabilities24,867 26,934 
Unamortized debt issuance costsUnamortized debt issuance costs(4,745)(1,085)Unamortized debt issuance costs(3,997)(4,558)
$1,139,082 $1,049,375 $1,046,443 $1,171,578 
Current maturities of long-term obligationsCurrent maturities of long-term obligations(111,034)(142,351)Current maturities of long-term obligations(366,378)(118,981)
Total long-term obligationsTotal long-term obligations$1,028,048 $907,024 Total long-term obligations$680,065 $1,052,597 
The aggregate long-term maturities, excluding finance lease liabilities and unamortized debt issuance costs, which are discloseddiscussed in Note 7, due annually from the current balance sheet date for the next five years and thereafter are:
Year One$107,873363,408 
Year Two104,8596,368 
Year Three251,033256,200 
Year Four254,048315 
Year Five17572 
Thereafter399,098399,210 
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Covenants
Our revolving credit facility and corporate long-term obligations require us to satisfy certain financial and other covenants including:
RequirementLevel at September 30, 20222023
Consolidated Leverage Ratio (1) Maximum of 3.50 to 1.00 1.761.61 to 1.00
Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio (1) Minimum of 3.00 to 1.00 16.0216.19 to 1.00

(1)Definitions of ratios are included as part of the revolving credit facility agreement and the private placement agreements.
NOTE 7 – LEASES
We lease certain warehouse, plant and office facilities, as well as certain equipment, under non-cancelable operating and finance leases expiring at various dates through the year 2034.2037. Most of the operating leases contain renewal options and certain leases include options to purchase the related asset during or at the end of the lease term.
Amortization expense related to finance leases is included in depreciation expense, while rent expense related to operating leases is included within cost of sales and selling, research & development and administrative expenses (“SG&A”).expenses.
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The components of lease expense for the three and nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022 were as follows:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Operating lease costOperating lease cost$4,870 $5,423 $15,605 $17,256 Operating lease cost$5,150 $4,870 $15,841 $15,605 
Finance lease cost:Finance lease cost:Finance lease cost:
Amortization of right-of-use assetsAmortization of right-of-use assets$1,050 $1,107 $3,307 $3,182 Amortization of right-of-use assets$908 $1,050 $2,686 $3,307 
Interest on lease liabilitiesInterest on lease liabilities307 343 947 1,030 Interest on lease liabilities289 307 883 947 
Total finance lease costTotal finance lease cost$1,357 $1,450 $4,254 $4,212 Total finance lease cost$1,197 $1,357 $3,569 $4,254 
Short-term lease and variable lease costsShort-term lease and variable lease costs$4,226 $3,353 $11,437 $8,925 Short-term lease and variable lease costs$5,774 $4,226 $15,883 $11,437 
Supplemental cash flow information related to leases was as follows:
Nine Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021Nine Months Ended September 30,20232022
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leasesOperating cash flows from operating leases$15,001 $17,310 Operating cash flows from operating leases$15,993 $15,001 
Operating cash flows from finance leasesOperating cash flows from finance leases941 1,052 Operating cash flows from finance leases883 941 
Financing cash flows from finance leasesFinancing cash flows from finance leases2,749 3,392 Financing cash flows from finance leases2,377 2,749 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leasesOperating leases$13,146 $6,890 Operating leases$7,764 $13,146 
Finance leasesFinance leases919 5,707 Finance leases401 919 
NOTE 8 – RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS
Effective January 1, 2021, our domestic noncontributory retirement plans were closed to new employees and employees who were rehired after December 31, 2020. These employees are instead eligible for additional contribution to their defined contribution 401(k) employee savings plan. All domestic employees with hire/rehire dates prior to January 1, 2021 are still eligible for the domestic pension plans and continue to accrue plan benefits after this date.
Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost:
Domestic PlansForeign Plans
Three Months Ended September 30,2023202220232022
Service cost$2,409 $3,948 $1,487 $1,775 
Interest cost2,158 1,742 915 330 
Expected return on plan assets(3,094)(3,228)(589)(653)
Amortization of net loss 1,668 230 403 
Amortization of prior service cost — 45 35 
Net periodic benefit cost$1,473 $4,130 $2,088 $1,890 
Domestic PlansForeign Plans
Nine Months Ended September 30,2023202220232022
Service cost$7,228 $11,838 $4,444 $5,621 
Interest cost6,473 5,227 2,735 1,045 
Expected return on plan assets(9,283)(9,684)(1,758)(2,069)
Amortization of net loss 5,003 687 1,280 
Amortization of prior service cost — 133 106 
Net periodic benefit cost$4,418 $12,384 $6,241 $5,983 
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Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost:
Domestic PlansForeign Plans
Three Months Ended September 30,2022202120222021
Service cost$3,948 $4,074 $1,775 $2,037 
Interest cost1,742 1,601 330 203 
Expected return on plan assets(3,228)(3,060)(653)(675)
Amortization of net loss1,668 2,498 403 568 
Amortization of prior service cost — 35 34 
Net periodic benefit cost$4,130 $5,113 $1,890 $2,167 
Domestic PlansForeign Plans
Nine Months Ended September 30,2022202120222021
Service cost$11,838 $12,242 $5,621 $6,186 
Interest cost5,227 4,816 1,045 629 
Expected return on plan assets(9,684)(9,197)(2,069)(2,119)
Amortization of net loss5,003 7,502 1,280 1,748 
Amortization of prior service cost — 106 123 
Net periodic benefit cost$12,384 $15,363 $5,983 $6,567 
The components of net periodic benefit cost, other than the service cost component, are included in the line Miscellaneous,miscellaneous income (expense), net in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income.
Employer Contributions
We currently have no minimum funding requirements for our domestic and foreign plans. We contributed $15.0 millionThere were no contributions to our domestic defined benefit plans during the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and we do not expect additional significant payments during 2022.the rest of 2023. We contributed $1.3$1.0 million to our foreign defined benefit plans during the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and do not expect additional significant contributions during 2022.the rest of 2023.
NOTE 9 – ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income by Component:
Foreign CurrencyDefined Benefit Pension PlansDerivativesTotalForeign CurrencyDefined Benefit Pension PlansDerivativesTotal
Balance - December 31, 2020$(178,025)$(102,322)$(1,362)$(281,709)
Balance - December 31, 2021Balance - December 31, 2021$(249,500)$(66,486)$(55)$(316,041)
Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassificationsOther comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications(57,317)529 7,346 (49,442)Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications(182,432)(719)3,617 (179,534)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— 7,131 (6,307)824 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— 4,781 46 4,827 
Net current-period other comprehensive (loss) incomeNet current-period other comprehensive (loss) income(57,317)7,660 1,039 (48,618)Net current-period other comprehensive (loss) income(182,432)4,062 3,663 (174,707)
Balance - September 30, 2021$(235,342)$(94,662)$(323)$(330,327)
Balance - September 30, 2022Balance - September 30, 2022$(431,932)$(62,424)$3,608 $(490,748)
Balance - December 31, 2021$(249,500)$(66,486)$(55)$(316,041)
Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications(182,432)(719)3,617 (179,534)
Balance - December 31, 2022Balance - December 31, 2022$(328,740)$(5,951)$(6,675)$(341,366)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassificationsOther comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(28,294)63 (2,424)(30,655)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive incomeAmounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income— 4,781 46 4,827 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income— 581 — 581 
Net current-period other comprehensive (loss) income(182,432)4,062 3,663 (174,707)
Balance - September 30, 2022$(431,932)$(62,424)$3,608 $(490,748)
Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss)Net current-period other comprehensive income (loss)(28,294)644 (2,424)(30,074)
Balance - September 30, 2023Balance - September 30, 2023$(357,034)$(5,307)$(9,099)$(371,440)
Reclassifications Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income:
Details about Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Income Components
Amount Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive IncomeAffected Line in the Statement
Where Net Income is Presented
Three Months Ended September 30,20232022
Defined Benefit Pension Plans
Amortization of net loss$230 $2,071 (1)
Amortization of prior service cost45 35 (1)
275 2,106 Total before tax
(81)(530)Tax impact
$194 $1,576 Net of tax
Derivatives
Changes in cross currency swap: interest component$ $(33)Interest Expense
Changes in cross currency swap: foreign exchange component 4,843 Miscellaneous, net
$ $4,810 Net of tax
Total reclassifications for the period$194 $6,386 
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Reclassifications Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive (Loss) Income:
Details about Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Income Components
Amount Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive IncomeAffected Line in the Statement
Where Net Income is Presented
Three Months Ended September 30,20222021
Defined Benefit Pension Plans
Amortization of net loss$2,071 $3,066 (1)
Amortization of prior service cost35 34 (1)
2,106 3,100 Total before tax
(530)(742)Tax impact
$1,576 $2,358 Net of tax
Derivatives
Changes in cross currency swap: interest component$(33)$Interest Expense
Changes in cross currency swap: foreign exchange component4,843 (3,052)Miscellaneous, net
$4,810 $(3,050)Net of tax
Total reclassifications for the period$6,386 $(692)
Details about Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Income Components
Details about Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Income Components
Amount Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive IncomeAffected Line in the Statement
Where Net Income is Presented
Details about Accumulated Other
Comprehensive Income Components
Amount Reclassified from Accumulated Other Comprehensive IncomeAffected Line in the Statement
Where Net Income is Presented
Nine Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021Nine Months Ended September 30,20232022
Defined Benefit Pension PlansDefined Benefit Pension PlansDefined Benefit Pension Plans
Amortization of net lossAmortization of net loss$6,283 $9,250 (1)Amortization of net loss$687 $6,283 (1)
Amortization of prior service costAmortization of prior service cost106 123 (1)Amortization of prior service cost133 106 (1)
6,389 9,373 Total before tax820 6,389 Total before tax
(1,608)(2,242)Tax impact(239)(1,608)Tax impact
$4,781 $7,131 Net of tax$581 $4,781 Net of tax
DerivativesDerivativesDerivatives
Changes in cross currency swap: interest componentChanges in cross currency swap: interest component$(171)$(16)Interest ExpenseChanges in cross currency swap: interest component$ $(171)Interest Expense
Changes in cross currency swap: foreign exchange componentChanges in cross currency swap: foreign exchange component217 (6,291)Miscellaneous, netChanges in cross currency swap: foreign exchange component 217 Miscellaneous, net
$46 $(6,307)Net of tax$ $46 Net of tax
Total reclassifications for the periodTotal reclassifications for the period$4,827 $824 Total reclassifications for the period$581 $4,827 

(1)These accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income components are included in the computation of net periodic benefit costs, net of tax. See Note 8 – Retirement and Deferred Compensation Plans for additional details.
NOTE 10 – DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
We maintain a foreign exchange risk management policy designed to establish a framework to protect the value of our non-functional currency denominated transactions from adverse changes in exchange rates. Sales of our products can be denominated in a currency different from the currency in which the related costs to produce the product are denominated. Changes in exchange rates on such inter-country sales or intercompany loans can impact our results of operations. Our policy is not to engage in speculative foreign currency hedging activities, but to minimize our net foreign currency transaction exposure, defined as firm commitments and transactions recorded and denominated in currencies other than the functional currency. We may use foreign currency forward exchange contracts, options and cross currency swaps to economically hedge these risks.
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For derivative instruments designated as hedges, we formally document the nature and relationships between the hedging instruments and the hedged items, as well as the risk management objectives, strategies for undertaking the various hedge transactions, and the method of assessing hedge effectiveness at inception. Quarterly thereafter, we formally assess whether the derivatives that are used in hedging transactions are highly effective in offsetting changes in the fair value or cash flows of the hedged item. Additionally, in order to designate any derivative instrument as a hedge of an anticipated transaction, the significant characteristics and expected terms of any anticipated transaction must be specifically identified, and it must be probable that the anticipated transaction will occur. All derivative financial instruments used as hedges are recorded at fair value in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (See Note 11 - Fair Value).
Cash Flow Hedge
For derivative instruments that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges, the changes in fair values are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss and included in changes in derivative gain/loss. The changes in the fair values of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to net income when the underlying hedged item is recognized in earnings. Cash flows from the settlement of derivative contracts designated as cash flow hedges offset cash flows from the underlying hedged items and are included in operating activities in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.
Net Investment Hedge
A significant number of our operations are located outside of the United States. Because of this, movements in exchange rates may have a significant impact on the translation of the financial condition and results of operations of our foreign subsidiaries. A weakening U.S. dollar has an additive effect. In 2017,some cases, we maintain debt in these subsidiaries to offset the net asset exposure. Conversely, a strengthening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has a dilutive translation effect on our wholly-owned UK subsidiary borrowed $280 million in term loan borrowings underfinancial condition and results of operations. In the event we plan on a full or partial liquidation of any of our prior credit facility. In orderforeign subsidiaries where our net investment is likely to mitigatebe monetized, we will consider hedging the currency riskexposure associated with such a transaction.
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Net Investment Hedge
On July 6, 2022, we entered into a seven year USD/EUR fixed-to-fixed cross currency interest rate swap to effectively hedge the interest rate exposure relating to $203 million of the $400 million 3.60% Senior Notes due March 2032, which were issued by AptarGroup, Inc. on March 7, 2022. This USD/EUR swap agreement exchanged USD $203 million of fixed-rate 3.60% U.S. dollar debt to €200 million of fixed-rate 2.5224% euro debt. We pay semi-annual fixed rate interest payments on the euro notional amount of €2.5 million and receive semi-annual fixed rate interest payments on the USD notional amount of $3.7 million. This swap has been designated as a net investment hedge to effectively hedge the foreign exchange risk associated with €200 million of our euro denominated net assets. We elected the spot method for recording the net investment hedge. Gains and losses resulting from the settlement of the excluded components are recorded in interest expense in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. Gains and losses resulting from the fair value adjustments to the cross currency swap agreements are recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss(loss) income as the swaps are effective in hedging the designated risk. As of September 30, 2022,2023, the fair value of the cross currency swap was a $4.8$12.0 million asset.liability. The swap agreement will mature on September 15, 2029.
Hedge of Net Investments in Foreign Operations
A significant number of our operations are located outside of the United States. Because of this, movements in exchange rates may have a significant impact on the translation of the financial condition and results of operations of our foreign subsidiaries. A strengthening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has a dilutive translation effect on our financial condition and results of operations. Conversely, a weakening U.S. dollar has an additive effect. In some cases, we maintain debt in these subsidiaries to offset the net asset exposure. In the event we plan on a full or partial liquidation of any of our foreign subsidiaries where our net investment is likely to be monetized, we will consider hedging the currency exposure associated with such a transaction.
Other
As of September 30, 2022,2023, we have recorded the fair value of foreign currency forward exchange contracts of $0.2$0.4 million in Prepaidprepaid and other and $0.9$0.3 million in Accountsaccounts payable, accrued and other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. All forward exchange contracts outstanding as of September 30, 20222023 had an aggregate notional contract amount of $56.9$51.1 million.
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Fair Value of Derivative Instruments in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 20212022
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Balance Sheet
Location
Derivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives not Designated as Hedging Instruments
Balance Sheet
Location
Derivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives not Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives not Designated as Hedging Instruments
Derivative AssetsDerivative AssetsDerivative Assets
Foreign Exchange ContractsForeign Exchange ContractsPrepaid and other$ $176 $— $331 Foreign Exchange ContractsPrepaid and other$ $377 $— $1,107 
Cross Currency Swap Agreement (1)Prepaid and other4,778  511 — 
$4,778 $176 $511 $331 $ $377 $— $1,107 
Derivative LiabilitiesDerivative LiabilitiesDerivative Liabilities
Foreign Exchange ContractsForeign Exchange ContractsAccounts payable, accrued and other liabilities$ $914 $— $221 Foreign Exchange ContractsAccounts payable, accrued and other liabilities$ $305 $— $269 
Cross Currency Swap Contract (1)Cross Currency Swap Contract (1)Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities12,049  8,840 — 
$12,049 $305 $8,840 $269 
$ $914 $— $221 
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(1)This cross currency swap agreement is composed of both an interest component and a foreign exchange component.
The Effect of Derivatives Designated as Hedging Instruments on Accounting on Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Three Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022
Derivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsAmount of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Location of (Loss)
Gain Recognized
in Income on
Derivatives
Amount of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Total Amount of Affected Income Statement Line ItemDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsAmount of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Location of (Loss)
Gain Recognized
in Income on
Derivatives
Amount of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Total Amount of Affected Income Statement Line Item
20222021202220212023202220232022
Cross currency swap agreement:Cross currency swap agreement:Cross currency swap agreement:
Interest componentInterest component$(30)$228 Interest expense$33 $(2)$(9,756)Interest component$ $(30)Interest expense$ $33 $(9,984)
Foreign exchange componentForeign exchange component(1,238)3,052 Miscellaneous, net(4,843)3,052 (2,093)Foreign exchange component2,707 (1,238)Miscellaneous, net (4,843)3 
$(1,268)$3,280 $(4,810)$3,050 $2,707 $(1,268)$ $(4,810)
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The Effect of Derivatives Designated as Hedging Instruments on Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022
Derivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsAmount of Gain
Recognized in
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Location of Gain Recognized
in Income on
Derivatives
Amount of Gain
Reclassified from
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Total Amount of Affected Income Statement Line ItemDerivatives Designated as Hedging InstrumentsAmount of Gain
Recognized in
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Location of Gain Recognized
in Income on
Derivatives
Amount of Gain
Reclassified from
Accumulated
Other Comprehensive
Income on Derivative
Total Amount of Affected Income Statement Line Item
20222021202220212023202220232022
Cross currency swap agreement:Cross currency swap agreement:Cross currency swap agreement:
Interest componentInterest component$229 $1,055 Interest expense$171 $16 $(30,668)Interest component$ $229 Interest expense$ $171 $(29,900)
Foreign exchange componentForeign exchange component3,388 6,291 Miscellaneous, net(217)6,291 (3,144)Foreign exchange component(2,424)3,388 Miscellaneous, net (217)(1,341)
$3,617 $7,346 $(46)$6,307 $(2,424)$3,617 $ $(46)
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The Effect of Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income for the Three Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022
Derivatives Not Designated
as Hedging Instruments
Derivatives Not Designated
as Hedging Instruments
Location of (Loss) Gain Recognized
in Income on Derivatives
Amount of (Loss) Gain
Recognized in Income
on Derivatives
Derivatives Not Designated
as Hedging Instruments
Location of (Loss) Gain Recognized
in Income on Derivatives
Amount of (Loss) Gain
Recognized in Income
on Derivatives
2022202120232022
Foreign Exchange ContractsForeign Exchange ContractsOther (Expense) Income:
Miscellaneous, net
$(853)$1,518 Foreign Exchange ContractsOther (Expense) Income:
Miscellaneous, net
$44 $(853)
$(853)$1,518 $44 $(853)
The Effect of Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022
Derivatives Not Designated
as Hedging Instruments
Location of Loss Recognized
in Income on Derivatives
Amount of Loss
Recognized in Income
on Derivatives
20232022
Foreign Exchange ContractsOther (Expense) Income:
Miscellaneous, net
$(756)$(962)
$(756)$(962)
Derivatives Not Designated
as Hedging Instruments
Location of Loss Recognized
in Income on Derivatives
Amount of Loss
Recognized in Income
on Derivatives
20222021
Foreign Exchange ContractsOther (Expense) Income:
Miscellaneous, net
$(962)$(171)
$(962)$(171)
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Gross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial PositionNet Amounts Presented in the Statement of Financial PositionGross Amounts not Offset in the Statement of Financial PositionGross Amounts Offset in the Statement of Financial PositionNet Amounts Presented in the Statement of Financial PositionGross Amounts not Offset in the Statement of Financial Position
Gross AmountFinancial InstrumentsCash Collateral ReceivedNet AmountGross AmountFinancial InstrumentsCash Collateral ReceivedNet Amount
September 30, 2022
September 30, 2023September 30, 2023
Derivative AssetsDerivative Assets$4,954  $4,954   $4,954 Derivative Assets$377  $377   $377 
Total AssetsTotal Assets$4,954  $4,954   $4,954 Total Assets$377  $377   $377 
Derivative LiabilitiesDerivative Liabilities$914  $914   $914 Derivative Liabilities$12,354  $12,354   $12,354 
Total LiabilitiesTotal Liabilities$914  $914   $914 Total Liabilities$12,354  $12,354   $12,354 
December 31, 2021
December 31, 2022December 31, 2022
Derivative AssetsDerivative Assets$842 — $842 — — $842 Derivative Assets$1,107 — $1,107 — — $1,107 
Total AssetsTotal Assets$842 — $842 — — $842 Total Assets$1,107 — $1,107 — — $1,107 
Derivative LiabilitiesDerivative Liabilities$221 — $221 — — $221 Derivative Liabilities$9,109 — $9,109 — — $9,109 
Total LiabilitiesTotal Liabilities$221 — $221 — — $221 Total Liabilities$9,109 — $9,109 — — $9,109 

NOTE 11 – FAIR VALUE
Authoritative guidelines require the categorization of assets and liabilities into three levels based upon the assumptions (inputs) used to price the assets or liabilities. Level 1 provides the most reliable measure of fair value, whereas Level 3 generally requires significant management judgment. The three levels are defined as follows:
Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
Level 2: Observable inputs other than those included in Level 1. For example, quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets or quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in inactive markets.
Level 3: Unobservable inputs reflecting management’s own assumptions about the inputs used in pricing the asset or liability.
As of September 30, 2023, the fair values of our financial assets and liabilities were categorized as follows:
TotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3
Assets
Investment in equity securities (1)
$1,532 $1,532 $— $— 
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
377 — 377 — 
Convertible notes5,650 — — 5,650 
Total assets at fair value$7,559 $1,532 $377 $5,650 
Liabilities
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
$305 $— $305 $— 
Cross currency swap contract (2)
12,049 — 12,049 — 
Total liabilities at fair value$12,354 $— $12,354 $— 
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As of September 30,December 31, 2022, the fair values of our financial assets and liabilities were categorized as follows:
TotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3
Assets
Investment in equity securities (1)
$6,323 $6,323 $— $— 
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
176 — 176 — 
Cross currency swap agreement (2)
4,778 — 4,778 — 
Convertible notes6,000 — — 6,000 
Total assets at fair value$17,277 $6,323 $4,954 $6,000 
Liabilities
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
$914 $— $914 $— 
Contingent consideration obligation31,643 — — 31,643 
Total liabilities at fair value$32,557 $— $914 $31,643 
As of December 31, 2021, the fair values of our financial assets and liabilities were categorized as follows:
TotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3TotalLevel 1Level 2Level 3
AssetsAssetsAssets
Investment in equity securities (1)
Investment in equity securities (1)
$9,006 $9,006 $— $— 
Investment in equity securities (1)
$5,297 $5,297 $— $— 
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
331 — 331 — 
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
1,107 — 1,107 — 
Cross currency swap agreement (2)
511 — 511 — 
Convertible noteConvertible note5,650 — — 5,650 
Total assets at fair valueTotal assets at fair value$9,848 $9,006 $842 $— Total assets at fair value$12,054 $5,297 $1,107 $5,650 
LiabilitiesLiabilitiesLiabilities
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
$221 $— $221 $— 
Foreign exchange contracts (2)
$269 $— $269 $— 
Cross currency swap contract (2)
Cross currency swap contract (2)
8,840 — 8,840 — 
Contingent consideration obligationContingent consideration obligation33,908 — — 33,908 Contingent consideration obligation25,310 — — 25,310 
Total liabilities at fair valueTotal liabilities at fair value$34,129 $— $221 $33,908 Total liabilities at fair value$34,419 $— $9,109 $25,310 

(1)Investment in PureCycle Technologies ("PCT" or "PureCycle"). See Note 18 - Investment in Equity Securities for discussion of this investment.
(2)Market approach valuation technique based on observable market transactions of spot and forward rates.
The carrying amounts of our other current financial instruments such as cash and equivalents, accounts and notes receivable, notes payable and current maturities of long-term obligations approximate fair value due to the short-term maturity of the instruments.instrument. We consider our long-term debt obligations a Level 2 liability and utilize the market approach valuation technique based on interest rates that are currently available to us for issuance of debt with similar terms and maturities. The estimated fair value of our long-term obligations was $0.9 billion$517.3 million as of September 30, 20222023 and $0.9 billion$868.7 million as of December 31, 2021.2022.
During the first quarter of 2022, we invested $5.0 million in a convertible note in Enable Injections, Inc. This investment is recorded at fair value and is a Level 3 fair value measurement.
During the second quarter of 2022, we invested $1.0 million in a convertible note in Siklus Refill Pte. Ltd. ("Siklus"). During the fourth quarter of 2022, Siklus repaid $0.4 million of its convertible note. This investment is recorded at fair value and is a Level 3 fair value measurement.
As discussed in Note 12 - Fair Value of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021,2022, we have ahad contingent consideration obligationobligations to the selling equity holders of:
Fusion Packaging, Inc. ("Fusion") in connection with the acquisition of 100% of the equity interests of Fusion (the "Fusion Acquisition") based on 2022 cumulative performance targets, and
Noble International Holdings, Inc., Genia Medical, Inc. and JBCB Holdings, LLC (collectively referred to as "Noble") in connection with the acquisition of 100% of the equity interests of Noble (the "Noble Acquisition") based on 2024 cumulative performance targets.
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We consider these obligations a Level 3 liabilitiesliability and have estimated the aggregate fair value for these contingent consideration arrangements as follows:
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021
Fusion Acquisition$26,681 $27,166 
Noble Acquisition4,962 6,742 
$31,643 $33,908 
September 30, 2023December 31, 2022
Fusion Acquisition$$25,310 
Noble Acquisition— 
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Changes in the fair value of these obligations are recorded within selling, research & development and administrative expenses in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. Significant changes to the inputs, as noted above, can result in a significantly higher or lower fair value measurement. In April 2023, we repaid the outstanding contingent consideration obligation to the selling equity holders of Fusion. Approximately $22.8 million is recorded as a financing activity in our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows representing the portion of the outstanding contingent consideration that was associated with the acquisition fair value of the liability. The remaining $2.5 million is recorded within cash flow from operations. The following table provides a summary of changes in our Level 3 fair value measurements:
Balance, December 31, 20212022$33,90825,310 
DecreaseIncrease in fair value recorded in earnings(2,265)— 
Payments(25,310)
Balance, September 30, 20222023$31,643 
NOTE 12 - COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
In the normal course of business, we are subject to a number of lawsuits and claims both actual and potential in nature. While management believes the resolution of these claims and lawsuits will not have a material adverse effect on our financial position, our results of operations or cash flows, claims and legal proceedings are subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable outcomes could occur andthat could include amounts in excess of any accruals which management has established. Were such unfavorable final outcomes to occur, it is possible that they could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.
Under our Certificate of Incorporation, we have agreed to indemnify our officers and directors for certain events or occurrences while the officer or director is, or was, serving at our request in such capacity. The maximum potential amount of future payments we could be required to make under these indemnification agreements is unlimited; however, we have a directors and officers liability insurance policy that covers a portion of our exposure. As a result of our insurance policy coverage, we believe the estimated fair value of these indemnification agreements is minimal. We have no liabilities recorded for these agreements as of September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 2021.2022.
A fire caused damage to our facility in Annecy, France in June 2016. We were insured for the damages caused by the fire, including business interruption insurance. During the second quarter of 2022, we filed a lawsuit against the insurance company to recover a part of our claim. No gain contingencies have been recognized as our ability to realize those gains remains uncertain.
In March 2017, the Supreme Court of Brazil issued a decision that a certain state value added tax should not be included in the calculation of federal gross receipts taxes. We submitted our claim and on September 30, 2021, we received a formal decision statement from the Federal Regional Court of Brazil that the favorable court decisions are final. As a result, in September 2021, we recorded recoveries of $2.7 million in cost of sales. We do not expect to receive any further amounts in future periods.
We are periodically subject to loss contingencies resulting from custom duties assessments. We accrue for anticipated costs when an assessment has indicated that a loss is probable and can be reasonably estimated. We have received claims worth approximately $13 million in principal and $5 million to $6 million for interest and penalties. We are currently defending our position with respect to these claims in the respected administrative procedures. Due to uncertainty in the amount of the assessment and the timing of our appeal, no liability is recorded as of September 30, 2022.2023.
We will continue to evaluate these liabilities periodically based on available information, including the progress of remedial investigations, the status of discussions with regulatory authorities regarding the methods and extent of remediation and the apportionment of costs and penalties among potentially responsible parties.
NOTE 13 – STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM
On April 18, 2019, we announced a share repurchase authorization of up to $350 million of common stock. This authorization replaces previous authorizations and has no expiration date. We may repurchase shares through the open market, privately negotiated transactions or other programs, subject to market conditions.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, we repurchased approximately 66 thousand shares for $8.3 million and 318 thousand shares for $37.3 million, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, we repurchased approximately 181 thousand shares for $19.2 million and 669 thousand shares for $72.3 million, respectively. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, we repurchased approximately 220 thousand shares for $28.4 million. As of September 30, 2022,2023, there was $128.1$70.9 million of authorized share repurchases remaining under the existing authorization.
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NOTE 14 – STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
We issue restricted stock units (“RSUs”), which consist of time-based and performance-based awards, to employees under stock awards plans approved by stockholders. In addition, RSUs are issued to non-employee directors under a Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement for Directors pursuant to the Company’s 2018 Equity Incentive Plan. RSUs granted to employees vest according to a specified performance period and/or vesting period. Time-based RSUs generally vest over three years. Performance-based RSUs vest at the end of the specified performance period, generally three years, assuming required performance or market vesting conditions are met. Performance-based
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For awards granted in the first quarter of 2023 and thereafter, our performance-based RSUs have one of two vesting conditions: (1)will vest solely based on our internal financialreturn on invested capital ("ROIC"). Award share payouts depend on the extent to which the ROIC performance metrics and (2) based on ourgoal has been achieved, but the final payout is adjusted by a total shareholder return (“TSR”("TSR") relative to total shareholder returns of an industrial peer group. modifier.
At the time of vesting, the vested shares of common stock are issued in the employee’s name. In addition, RSU awards are generally net settled (shares are withheld to cover the employee tax obligation). RSUs granted to directors are only time-based and generally vest over one year.on or around the first anniversary of the date of grant.
The fair value of both time-based RSUs and performance-based RSUs pertaining to internal performance metrics is determined using the closing price of our common stock on the grant date. The fair value of performance-based RSUs pertaining to TSR is estimated using a Monte Carlo simulation. Inputs and assumptions used to calculate the fair value are shown in the table below. The fair value of these RSUs is expensed over the vesting period using the straight-line method or using the graded vesting method when an employee becomes eligible to retain the award at retirement.
Nine Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021Nine Months Ended September 30,2023(1)2022
Fair value per stock awardFair value per stock award$141.95 $171.63 Fair value per stock award$116.17 $141.95 
Grant date stock priceGrant date stock price$114.52 $141.59 Grant date stock price$111.38 $114.52 
Assumptions:Assumptions:Assumptions:
Aptar's stock price expected volatilityAptar's stock price expected volatility20.20 %21.40 %Aptar's stock price expected volatility20.00 %20.20 %
Expected average volatility of peer companiesExpected average volatility of peer companies41.70 %50.00 %Expected average volatility of peer companies39.70 %41.70 %
Correlation assumptionCorrelation assumption41.20 %58.10 %Correlation assumption33.30 %41.20 %
Risk-free interest rateRisk-free interest rate2.04 %0.32 %Risk-free interest rate3.83 %2.04 %
Dividend yield assumptionDividend yield assumption1.33 %1.02 %Dividend yield assumption1.36 %1.33 %

(1)The 2023 award inputs and assumptions are related to PSU-ROIC awards with a TSR modifier.
A summary of RSU activity as of September 30, 20222023 and changes during the nine month period then ended is presented below:
Time-Based RSUsPerformance-Based RSUsTime-Based RSUsPerformance-Based RSUs
UnitsWeighted Average
Grant-Date Fair Value
UnitsWeighted Average
Grant-Date Fair Value
UnitsWeighted Average
Grant-Date Fair Value
UnitsWeighted Average
Grant-Date Fair Value
Nonvested at January 1, 2022485,479 $108.73 650,553 $111.04 
Nonvested at January 1, 2023Nonvested at January 1, 2023426,361 $111.60 610,871 $118.77 
GrantedGranted200,815 111.85 249,656 123.97 Granted121,848 110.30 151,415 115.69 
VestedVested(149,044)106.69 (43,388)134.97 Vested(181,248)104.29 (99,878)89.33 
ForfeitedForfeited(6,131)111.59 (75,050)112.28 Forfeited(11,488)108.05 (133,905)93.61 
Nonvested at September 30, 2022531,119 $110.39 781,771 $113.73 
Nonvested at September 30, 2023Nonvested at September 30, 2023355,473 $115.08 528,503 $129.82 
Included in the time-based RSUsRSU activity for the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 are 10,58910,614 units granted to non-employee directors and 10,00710,589 units vested related to non-employee directors.
Nine Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,20222021Nine Months Ended September 30,20232022
Compensation expenseCompensation expense$31,925 $29,493 Compensation expense$32,209 $31,925 
Fair value of units vestedFair value of units vested20,663 29,671 Fair value of units vested27,662 20,663 
Intrinsic value of units vestedIntrinsic value of units vested22,329 39,752 Intrinsic value of units vested32,319 22,329 
The actual tax benefit realized for the tax deduction from RSUs was approximately $5.6 million and $6.2 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2022.2023 and 2022, respectively. As of September 30, 2022,2023, there was $57.3$53.0 million of total unrecognized compensation cost relating to RSU awards which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.11.9 years.
Historically we issued stock options to our employees and non-employee directors. We havedid not issued anyissue stock options since 2018.between 2019 and 2022. Stock options were awarded in the first quarter of 2023 with the exercise price equal to the market price on the date of grant based on the Black-Scholes model and generally vest over three years and expire 10 years after grant. For stock option grants, we used historical data to estimate expected life and volatility.
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The Company uses historical data to estimate expected life and volatility. The weighted-average fair value of stock options granted under the stock awards plans were $19.84 and $24.23 per share for executive officers and all others employees, respectively, during the first nine months of 2023. Aptar executive officers received stock options with an exercise price that was 110% of the closing market price on the date of grant. These values were estimated on the respective dates of grant using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted-average assumptions:
Stock Award Plans:
Nine Months Ended September 30,2023
Dividend Yield1.41%
Expected Stock Price Volatility16.55%
Risk-free Interest Rate3.57%
Expected Life of Option (years)7
 A summary of option activity under our stock plans during the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 is presented below:
Stock Awards PlansDirector Stock Option Plans
OptionsWeighted Average
Exercise Price
OptionsWeighted Average
Exercise Price
Outstanding, January 1, 20223,072,503 $71.99 51,700 $63.91 
Exercised(284,885)64.62   
Forfeited or expired(400)51.80   
Outstanding at September 30, 20222,787,218 $72.74 51,700 $63.91 
Exercisable at September 30, 20222,787,218 $72.74 51,700 $63.91 
Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (Years):
Outstanding at September 30, 20223.41.3
Exercisable at September 30, 20223.41.3
Aggregate Intrinsic Value:
Outstanding at September 30, 2022$64,654 $1,656 
Exercisable at September 30, 2022$64,654 $1,656 
Intrinsic Value of Options Exercised During the Nine Months Ended:
September 30, 2022$13,618 $ 
September 30, 2021$65,139 $4,248 
Stock Awards PlansDirector Stock Option Plans
OptionsWeighted Average
Exercise Price
OptionsWeighted Average
Exercise Price
Outstanding, January 1, 20232,623,944 $73.34 51,700 $63.91 
Granted314,833 116.20   
Exercised(545,104)69.30 (32,700)62.36 
Forfeited or expired(4,130)83.84   
Outstanding at September 30, 20232,389,543 $79.89 19,000 $66.59 
Exercisable at September 30, 20232,075,973 $74.40 19,000 $66.59 
Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Term (Years):
Outstanding at September 30, 20233.70.6
Exercisable at September 30, 20232.80.6
Aggregate Intrinsic Value:
Outstanding at September 30, 2023$108,471 $1,115 
Exercisable at September 30, 2023$105,629 $1,115 
Intrinsic Value of Options Exercised During the Nine Months Ended:
September 30, 2023$27,392 $1,978 
September 30, 2022$13,618 $— 
Nine Months Ended September 30,20232021
Compensation expense (included in SG&A)$185 3,561
Compensation expense (included in Cost of sales)31442 
Compensation expense, Total$227 3,875
Compensation expense, net of tax174 3,875
Grant date fair value of options vested2,421 
The reductionincrease in stock option expense is due to our move to RSUsthe newly issued options as discussed above. Cash received from option exercises for the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022 was approximately $18.4$39.7 million and $54.0$18.4 million, respectively. The actual tax benefit realized for the tax deduction from option exercises was approximately $2.8$6.8 million and $15.4$2.8 million in the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, respectively. As of September 30, 2022,2023, there is no remaining valuationwas $3.1 million of total unrecognized compensation cost relating to stock option awards which is expected to be expensed in future periods.recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.2 years.
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NOTE 15 – EARNINGS PER SHARE
Basic net income per share is calculated by dividing net income attributable to Aptar by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income per share is calculated by dividing the net income attributable to Aptar by the weighted-average number of common and common equivalent shares outstanding during the applicable period. The difference between basic and diluted earnings per share is attributable to stock-based compensation awards. Stock-based compensation awards for which total employee proceeds exceed the average market price over the applicable period would have an antidilutive effect on earnings per share, and accordingly, are excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. The reconciliation of basic and diluted earnings per share for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 iswas as follows:
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Three Months EndedThree Months Ended
September 30, 2022September 30, 2021September 30, 2023September 30, 2022
DilutedBasicDilutedBasicDilutedBasicDilutedBasic
Consolidated operationsConsolidated operationsConsolidated operations
Income available to common stockholdersIncome available to common stockholders$54,244 $54,244 $47,260 $47,260 Income available to common stockholders$84,296 $84,296 $54,244 $54,244 
Average equivalent sharesAverage equivalent sharesAverage equivalent shares
Shares of common stockShares of common stock65,322 65,322 65,900 65,900 Shares of common stock65,707 65,707 65,322 65,322 
Effect of dilutive stock-based compensationEffect of dilutive stock-based compensationEffect of dilutive stock-based compensation
Stock optionsStock options884 — 1,464 — Stock options874 — 884 — 
Restricted stockRestricted stock375 — 437 — Restricted stock454 — 375 — 
Total average equivalent sharesTotal average equivalent shares66,581 65,322 67,801 65,900 Total average equivalent shares67,035 65,707 66,581 65,322 
Net income per shareNet income per share$0.81 $0.83 $0.70 $0.72 Net income per share$1.26 $1.28 $0.81 $0.83 
Nine Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30, 2022September 30, 2021September 30, 2023September 30, 2022
DilutedBasicDilutedBasicDilutedBasicDilutedBasic
Consolidated operationsConsolidated operationsConsolidated operations
Income available to common stockholdersIncome available to common stockholders$180,292 $180,292 $186,488 $186,488 Income available to common stockholders$222,132 $222,132 $180,292 $180,292 
Average equivalent sharesAverage equivalent sharesAverage equivalent shares
Shares of common stockShares of common stock65,446 65,446 65,652 65,652 Shares of common stock65,550 65,550 65,446 65,446 
Effect of dilutive stock-based compensationEffect of dilutive stock-based compensationEffect of dilutive stock-based compensation
Stock optionsStock options1,034 1,688 Stock options886 1,034 
Restricted stockRestricted stock345 459 Restricted stock429 345 
Total average equivalent sharesTotal average equivalent shares66,825 65,446 67,799 65,652 Total average equivalent shares66,865 65,550 66,825 65,446 
Net income per shareNet income per share$2.70 $2.75 $2.75 $2.84 Net income per share$3.32 $3.39 $2.70 $2.75 
NOTE 16 – SEGMENT INFORMATION
During the year ended December 31, 2022, our organizational structure consisted of three market-focused business segments: Pharma, Beauty+Home and Food+Beverage. Effective January 1, 2023, we realigned two of our segments, allowing us to better serve our customers and positioning us for long-term profitable growth. We are organized intocontinue to have three reporting segments. Operationssegments; Aptar Pharma and Aptar Beauty are named for the markets they serve with multiple product platforms, while Aptar Closures is named primarily for a single product platform that sell dispensing systems, drug delivery systems, sealing solutions and services to the prescription drug, consumer health care, injectables, active material science solutions and digital healthserves all available markets.
We combined all of our closures operations into a single segment - Aptar Closures. The Aptar Closures business serves multiple markets, form the Pharma segment. Operations that sell dispensing systems and sealing solutions primarily to the beauty,including food, beverage, personal care, and home care, markets form thebeauty and healthcare. Closures that were developed in Beauty + Home moved to Aptar Closures together with the operations of legacy Food + Beverage. Aptar's food protection business and our elastomeric flow-control technology business continue to report through the Aptar Closures segment. Operations that sell
At the same time, we have simplified and focused our Beauty + Home segment to better leverage our complex spray and dispensing systems, sealing solutions for prestige and food service trayspremium brands in the beauty and personal care markets. For many of our customers, personal care products are considered part of "beauty" and so we renamed this segment, simply, Aptar Beauty. The segment realignment had no impact on our consolidated statements of income, balance sheets, and cash flows. Segment financial information for the prior periods has been recast to conform to the food and beverage markets form the Food + Beverage segment.current presentation.
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The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in Part II, Item 8, Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021.2022. We evaluate performance of our reporting segments and allocate resources based upon Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items.
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Financial information regarding our reporting segments is shown below:
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Total Sales:Total Sales:Total Sales:
Pharma$345,079 $317,358 $1,037,120 $961,718 
Beauty + Home365,105 378,158 1,117,070 1,098,176 
Food + Beverage133,869 138,735 401,758 381,356 
Aptar PharmaAptar Pharma$389,423 $345,079 $1,136,544 $1,037,120 
Aptar BeautyAptar Beauty330,467 308,353 1,002,209 947,515 
Aptar ClosuresAptar Closures181,562 192,706 539,472 577,940 
Total SalesTotal Sales$844,053 $834,251 $2,555,948 $2,441,250 Total Sales$901,452 $846,138 $2,678,225 $2,562,575 
Less: Intersegment Sales:Less: Intersegment Sales:Less: Intersegment Sales:
Pharma$1,682 $4,133 $11,030 $9,318 
Beauty + Home5,282 4,070 17,702 16,896 
Food + Beverage229 606 881 1,808 
Aptar PharmaAptar Pharma$235 $1,682 $610 $11,030 
Aptar BeautyAptar Beauty6,487 5,307 22,253 17,722 
Aptar ClosuresAptar Closures1,733 2,289 6,392 7,488 
Total Intersegment SalesTotal Intersegment Sales$7,193 $8,809 $29,613 $28,022 Total Intersegment Sales$8,455 $9,278 $29,255 $36,240 
Net Sales:Net Sales:Net Sales:
Pharma$343,397 $313,225 $1,026,090 $952,400 
Beauty + Home359,823 374,088 1,099,368 1,081,280 
Food + Beverage133,640 138,129 400,877 379,548 
Aptar PharmaAptar Pharma$389,188 $343,397 $1,135,934 $1,026,090 
Aptar BeautyAptar Beauty323,980 303,046 979,956 929,793 
Aptar ClosuresAptar Closures179,829 190,417 533,080 570,452 
Net SalesNet Sales$836,860 $825,442 $2,526,335 $2,413,228 Net Sales$892,997 $836,860 $2,648,970 $2,526,335 
Adjusted EBITDA (1):Adjusted EBITDA (1):Adjusted EBITDA (1):
Pharma$107,235 $100,738 $333,793 $315,201 
Beauty + Home41,230 43,789 125,607 117,055 
Food + Beverage18,816 22,379 55,756 61,995 
Aptar PharmaAptar Pharma$136,344 $107,235 $371,508 $333,793 
Aptar BeautyAptar Beauty41,070 36,563 121,375 112,343 
Aptar ClosuresAptar Closures27,607 23,483 81,387 69,020 
Corporate & Other, unallocatedCorporate & Other, unallocated(13,537)(12,745)(45,170)(40,311)Corporate & Other, unallocated(11,659)(13,537)(45,996)(45,170)
Acquisition-related costs (2)Acquisition-related costs (2)(231)(1,793)(231)(4,227)Acquisition-related costs (2) (231)(255)(231)
Restructuring Initiatives (3)Restructuring Initiatives (3)(2,270)(10,223)(2,989)(18,771)Restructuring Initiatives (3)(6,161)(2,270)(19,628)(2,989)
Net unrealized investment gain (loss) (4)277 (9,021)(2,297)6,177 
Net unrealized investment (loss) gain (4)Net unrealized investment (loss) gain (4)(5,428)277 (2,349)(2,297)
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization(57,601)(59,280)(174,818)(174,508)Depreciation and amortization(62,686)(57,601)(184,212)(174,818)
Interest ExpenseInterest Expense(9,756)(8,011)(30,668)(22,601)Interest Expense(9,984)(9,756)(29,900)(30,668)
Interest IncomeInterest Income752 401 2,029 1,406 Interest Income946 752 2,266 2,029 
Income before Income TaxesIncome before Income Taxes$84,915 $66,234 $261,012 $241,416 Income before Income Taxes$110,049 $84,915 $294,196 $261,012 

(1)We evaluate performance of our reporting segments and allocate resources based upon Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items.
(2)Acquisition-related costs include transaction costs (and purchase accounting adjustments related to acquisitions and investments) (see Note 17 – Acquisitions for further details).
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(3)Restructuring Initiatives includes expense items for the three and nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022 as follows (see Note 19 – Restructuring Initiatives for further details):
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2022202120222021
Restructuring Initiatives by Segment
Pharma$ $13 $ $86 
Beauty + Home2,344 5,442 3,022 7,995 
Food + Beverage(74)131 (33)169 
Corporate & Other 4,637  10,521 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$2,270 $10,223 $2,989 $18,771 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2023202220232022
Restructuring Initiatives by Plan:
Optimization initiative$6,586 $2,254 $20,069 $2,254 
Prior year initiatives(425)16 (441)735 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$6,161 $2,270 $19,628 $2,989 
Restructuring Initiatives by Segment:
Aptar Pharma$92 $— $1,657 $— 
Aptar Beauty2,880 2,240 12,650 2,774 
Aptar Closures3,098 30 4,060 215 
Corporate & Other91 — 1,261 — 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$6,161 $2,270 $19,628 $2,989 
(4)Net unrealized investment gain (loss) represents the change in fair value of our investment in PCT (see Note 18 – Investment in Equity Securities for further details).
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NOTE 17 – ACQUISITIONS
Business Combinations
On August 1, 2023, we paid the remaining $5.2 million purchase price in relation to the 2021 Hengyu acquisition. No further liability remains outstanding for this acquisition.
On March 1, 2023, we completed the acquisition of all the outstanding capital stock of iD SCENT. Located in Lyon, France, iD SCENT is an expert producer of paper fragrance sampling solutions that present multiple sustainability features. The purchase price was approximately $9.4 million (net of $1.4 million cash acquired) and was funded with cash on hand. The results of iD SCENT have been included in the consolidated financial statements within our Aptar Beauty segment since the date of acquisition.
Also on March 1, 2023, we completed the acquisition of 80% of the equity interest of Gulf Closures W.L.L. ( "Gulf Closures"). Gulf Closures, located in Bahrain, is a closure manufacturer for beverage products. The purchase price for 80% ownership was approximately $1.5 million (net of $1.2 million cash acquired) and was funded with cash on hand. This values the full company equity at approximately $3.3 million and implies a non-controlling interest valued at approximately $0.7 million as of the acquisition date. The results of Gulf Closures have been included in the consolidated financial statements within our Aptar Closures segment since the date of acquisition.
On August 31, 2022, we completed the acquisition of all the outstanding capital stock of Metaphase Design Group Inc. ("Metaphase"). Metaphase, located in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading expert in ergonomic and industrial design of handheld devices including medical devices. The purchase price was approximately $5.1 million (net of $0.1 million cash acquired) and was funded with cash on hand. As of the acquisition date, $1.0 million was held in restricted cash for an indemnity escrow. The results of Metaphase have been included in the consolidated financial statements within our Aptar Pharma segment since the date of acquisition.
On September 2, 2021, following the signature of a share purchase agreement on July 22, 2021 and the approval of the French Ministry of Economy under the foreign investment clearance regulations, we completed the acquisition of 64.3% of the share capital of Voluntis S.A. (“Voluntis”). Voluntis, based in Paris, France and Boston, MA, is a pioneer in digital therapeutics. We acquired from certain members of the management and certain shareholders the entirety of their shares representing approximately 64.3% of the share capital of Voluntis (on a non-diluted basis) at a price of €8.70 per share for €50.8 million (approximately $60.4 million) funded with available cash on hand. This values the full company equity (on a fully diluted basis) at €79.1 million (approximately $93.9 million). Aptar launched a mandatory cash simplified tender offer to acquire Voluntis's remaining shares for the same price of €8.70 per share. During September 2021, Aptar acquired €8.4 million (approximately $9.9 million) of additional shares from the tender offer, bringing the total investment as of September 30, 2021 to €59.2 million (approximately $70.3 million) representing 74.9% of the total share capital, which implied a non-controlling interest valued at €19.9 million (approximately $23.6 million). Following completion of the tender offer, Aptar implemented a mandatory squeeze-out on the remaining outstanding shares of Voluntis on the same financial terms as those of the tender offer. During the fourth quarter of 2021, the tender offer and squeeze-out were completed and funded with available cash on hand and we acquired the remaining 25.1% of the share capital for €19.5 million (approximately $22.6 million), resulting in Aptar owning 100.0% of the share capital of Voluntis.
The fair value of the Voluntis assets acquired include a technology intangible asset of $27.9 million and other intangible assets of $8.4 million. The technology intangible asset was valued using the Multi-Period Excess Earnings Method ("MPEEM") valuation approach. Judgment was applied with respect to determining the fair value of the acquired technology, which involved the use of significant estimates and assumptions with respect to the revenue growth rate, technology obsolescence rate and discount rate.
On August 17, 2021, we completed the acquisition of 80% of the equity interests of Weihai Hengyu Medical Products Co., Ltd. ("Hengyu"). Hengyu, a leading Chinese manufacturer of elastomeric and plastic components used in injectable drug delivery, is based in Weihai, China. Under the terms of the agreement, 90% of the estimated purchase price for 80% ownership, RMB 347.7 million (approximately $53.6 million), was paid to the sellers in August 2021 with available cash on hand. A final purchase price adjustment of RMB 1.5 million (approximately $0.2 million) was recorded to Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities and was paid in the fourth quarter of 2021. The remaining 10% of the acquisition price for 80% ownership, RMB 38.7 million (approximately $6.0 million), is payable to the sellers eighteen months after closing plus simple interest of 4% and is expected to be funded with available cash on hand. This values the full company equity (on a fully diluted basis) at RMB 484.9 million (approximately $74.8 million) and implies a non-controlling interest valued at RMB 97.0 million (approximately $15.0 million) as of the acquisition date. Pursuant to the agreement, we have the option to acquire the remaining 20% of the equity of Hengyu upon the fifth anniversary of the closing date.
The fair value of the Hengyu assets acquired include a customer relationship intangible asset of $24.1 million and other intangible assets of $5.6 million. The customer relationship intangible asset was valued using the MPEEM valuation approach. Judgment was applied with respect to determining the fair value of the customer relationships, which involved the use of significant estimates and assumptions with respect to the revenue growth rates, customer attrition rates, Adjusted EBIT margins and discount rate.
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The following table summarizes the assets acquired and liabilities assumed for the Voluntis and Hengyu acquisitions as of the acquisition dates at estimated fair value.
2021
Assets
Cash and equivalents$3,852 
Accounts receivable5,208 
Inventories606 
Other Receivable286 
Prepaid and other1,863 
Property, plant and equipment14,081 
Goodwill104,433 
Intangible assets65,981 
Operating lease right-of-use assets2,309 
Other miscellaneous assets78 
Liabilities
Current maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs1,410 
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities9,663 
Deferred income taxes16,792 
Operating lease liabilities2,306 
Deferred and other non-current liabilities5,770 
Net assets acquired$162,756 
The following table is a summary of the fair value estimates of the acquired identifiable intangible assets and weighted-average useful lives for the Voluntis and Hengyu acquisitions as of the acquisition dates:
2021
Weighted-Average Useful Life (in Years)Estimated Fair Value of Assets
Acquired technology10$34,322 
Customer relationships11.630,258 
License agreements and other0.251,401 
Total$65,981 
Goodwill in the amount of $104.4 million was recorded related to the Voluntis and Hengyu acquisitions, which is included in the Pharma segment. Goodwill is calculated as the excess of the consideration transferred over the net assets acquired and represents the estimated future economic benefits arising from other assets acquired that could not be individually identified and separately recognized. Goodwill acquired in the Voluntis and Hengyu acquisitions largely consists of expansion into the digital health solutions market, by adding digital therapeutic solutions and broadening our digital health services provided to customers; as well as strengthening our capabilities in high-growth economies by enhancing the ability to respond to changing local market needs in the injectables market. Goodwill will not be amortized, but will be tested for impairment at least annually. For the Voluntis and Hengyu acquisitions, no goodwill will be deductible for tax purposes.
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NOTE 18 – INVESTMENT IN EQUITY SECURITIES
Our investment in equity securities consisted of the following:
September 30,
2022
December 31,
2021
September 30,
2023
December 31,
2022
Equity Method Investments:Equity Method Investments:Equity Method Investments:
BTYBTY$29,877 $33,199 BTY$31,665 $31,490 
SonmolSonmol4,876 5,904 Sonmol4,621 4,997 
Desotec GmbHDesotec GmbH791 919 Desotec GmbH859 863 
Other Investments:Other Investments:Other Investments:
PureCyclePureCycle6,323 9,006 PureCycle1,532 5,297 
YATYAT5,340 5,978 YAT5,204 5,508 
LoopLoop2,894 2,894 Loop2,894 2,894 
OthersOthers1,390 1,585 Others1,247 1,259 
$51,491 $59,485 $48,022 $52,308 
Equity method investmentsMethod Investments
BTY
On January 1, 2020, we acquired 49% of the equity interests in 3 related companies: Suzhou Hsing Kwang, Suqian Hsing Kwang and Suzhou BTY (collectively referred to as “BTY”) for an approximate purchase price of $32.0 million. We have a call option to acquire an additional 26% to 31% of BTY’s equity interests following the initial lock-up period of 5 years based on a predetermined formula. Subsequent to the second lock-up period, which ends 3 years after the initial lock-up period, we have a call option to acquire the remaining equity interests of BTY based on a predetermined formula. Additionally, the selling shareholders of BTY have a put option for the remaining equity interest to be acquired by Aptar based on a predetermined formula. The BTY entities are leading Chinese manufacturers of high quality, decorative metal components, metal-plastic sub-assemblies, and complete color cosmetics packaging solutions for the beauty industry. For the nine months ended September 30, 2023 and September 30, 2022, Aptar had purchases of $10.7 million and $7.2 million, respectively, from BTY. As of September 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, approximately $2.1 million and $1.5 million, respectively, was due to BTY and included in accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Sonmol
On April 1, 2020, we invested $5.0 million to acquire 30% of the equity interests in Healthcare, Inc., Shanghai Sonmol Internet Technology Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary, Shanghai Sonmol Medical Equipment Co., Ltd. (collectively referred to as “Sonmol”),. Sonmol is a pharmaceutical and leading Chinese pharmaceutical company that provides consumer electric devices and connected devices for asthma control.
Desotec GmbH
During 2009, we invested €574 thousand to acquire 23% of the equity interests in Desotec GmbH, a leading manufacturer of special assembly machines for bulk processing for the pharmaceutical, beauty and home and food and beveragesclosures markets.
Other investmentsInvestments
During August 2019,In prior years, we invested, through a series of transactions, an aggregate amount of $3.5$2.9 million in two preferred equity investments in Loop, a sustainability companies Loop and PureCycle that were accounted for at cost less impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from observable price changes in orderlycompany.
In prior years, we also invested, through a series of transactions, for identical or similar investments of the same issuer. During 2020, we invested an additional $1.4$3.0 million in these two equity investmentsPureCycle and also received $333 thousand$0.7 million of equity in PureCycle in exchange for our resource dedication for technological partnership and support. In November 2020, we increased the value of the PureCycle investment by $3.1 million based on observable price changes.
In March 2021, PureCycle was purchased by a special purpose acquisition company and was subsequently listed on Nasdaq under the ticker PCT. At that time, our investment in PureCycle was converted into shares of PCT resulting in less than a 1% ownership interest. This investment is now recorded at fair value based on observable market prices for identical assets and the change in fair value is recorded as a net investment gain or loss in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. In September 2021, we received $333 thousand
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Shares SoldProceedsRealized GainShares SoldProceedsRealized Gain
October 2021191,349$2,439 $2,000 
March 2022March 2022107,600$1,088 $841 March 2022107,600$1,088 $841 
August 2022August 202250,000$511 $372 August 202250,000$511 $372 
July 2023July 2023248,859$2,659 $1,968 
August 2023August 2023261,590$2,945 $2,220 
For the three and nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, we recorded the following net investment gain/(loss)gain or loss on our investment in PureCycle:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022202120222021
Net investment gain (loss)$649 $(9,021)$(1,084)$6,177 
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2023202220232022
Net investment (loss) gain$(1,240)$649 $1,839 $(1,084)
On July 7, 2021, we invested approximately $5.9 million to acquire 10% of the equity interests in YAT, a multi-functional, science-driven online skincare solutions company.
Other than the expected credit loss reserve against the outstanding Kali Care note receivable, thereThere were no indications of impairment noted in the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 related to these investments. In March 2022, we recorded a $1.5 million expected credit loss reserve against the outstanding note receivable from one of our venture investments (Kali Care) as a result of a proposed sale of such business.
NOTE 19 – RESTRUCTURING INITIATIVES
In late 2017, we began a business transformation to drive profitable sales growth, increase operational excellence, enhance our approach to innovation and improve organizational effectiveness. The primary focus of the plan was the Beauty + Home segment; however, certain global general and administrative functions were also addressed. As of the end of 2021, we had successfully completed the vast majority of our planned initiatives related to our transformation plan and do not expect significant additional restructuring expenses related to this plan going forward. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, we recognized $16 thousand and $0.7 million of restructuring costs related to this plan, respectively. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021, we recognized $10.2 million and $18.8 million of restructuring costs related to this plan, respectively. The cumulative expense incurred as of September 30, 2022 was $137.0 million.
As of September 30, 2022 we have recorded the following activity associated with the business transformation:
Beginning Reserve at 12/31/2021Net Charges for the Nine Months Ended 9/30/2022Cash PaidInterest and
FX Impact
Ending Reserve at 9/30/2022
Employee severance$3,535 $660 $(2,747)$(152)$1,296 
Professional fees and other costs260 75 (314)(10)11 
Totals$3,795 $735 $(3,061)$(162)$1,307 
During the third quarter of 2022, we began an initiative to optimizebetter leverage our operationsfixed cost base through growth and SG&A expenses.cost reduction measures. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, we recognized $6.6 million and $20.1 million of restructuring costs related to this initiative, respectively. For the three months ended September 30, 2022, we recognized $2.3 million of restructuring costs related to this plan.initiative. The cumulative expense incurred as of September 30, 2023 was $26.3 million.
As of September 30, 2022,2023, we have recorded the following activity associated with our optimization plan:initiative:
Beginning Reserve at 12/31/2021Net Charges for the Nine Months Ended 9/30/2022Cash PaidInterest and
FX Impact
Ending Reserve at 9/30/2022Beginning Reserve at 12/31/2022Net Charges for the Nine Months Ended 9/30/2023Cash PaidInterest and
FX Impact
Ending Reserve at 9/30/2023
Employee severanceEmployee severance$— $2,052 $— $(6)$2,046 Employee severance$4,993 $15,833 $(8,605)$(105)$12,116 
Professional fees and other costsProfessional fees and other costs— 202 (202)— — Professional fees and other costs— 4,236 (3,991)253 
TotalsTotals$— $2,254 $(202)$(6)$2,046 Totals$4,993 $20,069 $(12,596)$(97)$12,369 

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
(AMOUNTS IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AMOUNTS, OR AS OTHERWISE INDICATED)
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Net salesNet sales100.0 %100.0 %100.0 %100.0 %Net sales100.0 %100.0 %100.0 %100.0 %
Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)65.3 65.1 64.9 64.2 Cost of sales (exclusive of depreciation and amortization shown below)63.5 65.3 64.1 64.9 
Selling, research & development and administrativeSelling, research & development and administrative16.2 16.5 16.5 17.0 Selling, research & development and administrative15.5 16.2 16.1 16.5 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization6.9 7.2 6.9 7.2 Depreciation and amortization7.0 6.9 7.0 6.9 
Restructuring initiativesRestructuring initiatives0.2 1.2 0.1 0.8 Restructuring initiatives0.7 0.2 0.7 0.1 
Operating incomeOperating income11.4 10.0 11.6 10.8 Operating income13.3 11.4 12.1 11.6 
Other income (expense)(1.2)(2.0)(1.3)(0.8)
Interest expenseInterest expense(1.1)(1.2)(1.1)(1.2)
Other expenseOther expense0.1 (0.1)0.1 (0.1)
Income before income taxesIncome before income taxes10.2 8.0 10.3 10.0 Income before income taxes12.3 10.1 11.1 10.3 
Net IncomeNet Income6.5 5.7 7.1 7.7 Net Income9.4 6.5 8.4 7.1 
Effective tax rateEffective tax rate36.2 %29.2 %31.0 %22.9 %Effective tax rate23.4 %36.2 %24.6 %31.0 %
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)18.4 %18.7 %18.6 %18.8 %Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)21.7 %18.4 %19.9 %18.6 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA margin is calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures".Measures."
SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENTS
The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in disruptionsDuring the year ended December 31, 2022, our organizational structure consisted of three market-focused business segments: Pharma, Beauty + Home and Food + Beverage. Effective January 1, 2023, we realigned two of our segments, allowing us to better serve our customers and positioning us for long-term profitable growth. We continue to have three reporting segments; Aptar Pharma and Aptar Beauty are named for the markets they serve with multiple product platforms, while Aptar Closures is primarily named for a single product platform that serves all available markets. Previously reported amounts have been reclassified to conform to the global economy and supply chains. As the rates of transmission have slowed in many regions during 2022, we have seen several of our impacted applications return to more normal volume levels. We have seen improvement in sales of our products to our prescription, beauty, hair care and sun care customers as people return to more active lifestyles. However, we have also seen more normal volumes in some of the applications which benefited from the pandemic, such as our personal cleansing and surface cleaner products, food applications, active material science solutions and injectables components. While some countries continue to experience disruptions due to efforts to eliminate the virus, we do not believe these impacts will be material to our business based on the current environment.
As of September 30, 2022, the war in Ukraine has not had a significant direct impact on our business though the near-term visibility for this situation is expected to remain fluid and uncertain for the next several quarters. However, we have experienced some indirect impacts on our business, including higher energy and other input costs as well as certain supply chain disruptions.period presentation.
NET SALES
We reported net sales of $836.9$893.0 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2022,2023, which represents a 1%7% increase compared to $825.4$836.9 million reported during the third quarter of 2021.2022. The U.S. dollar strengthenedweakened compared to the euro and other major currencies in which we operate, resulting in a negativepositive currency translation impact of 8%4%. There was no significant impact from ourOur acquisitions of Voluntis S.A. ("Voluntis"), Weihai Hengyu Medical Products Co., Ltd. ("Hengyu")Metaphase, iD SCENT, and Metaphase Design Group Inc. ("Metaphase")Gulf Closures also had a 1% positive impact on our consolidated net salesresults during the third quarter of 2022.2023. Therefore, core sales, which excludes acquisitions and changes in foreign currency rates, increased by 9%2% in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to the same period in 2021.2022. Of our 9%2% core sales increase, approximately 5% is relatedhalf was due to improved volumes withstrong volume growth, especially for products in our Pharma segment drivingprescription, consumer healthcare and beauty applications, while inflationary price adjustments represented the majority of this increase. Price adjustments related to the passing through of higher resin and other input costs accounted for the remaining 4% of the core sales increase.half.
Third Quarter 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
PharmaBeauty
+ Home
Food +
Beverage
Total
Core Sales Growth20 %%— %%
Acquisitions%— %— %— %
Currency Effects (1)(11)%(8)%(3)%(8)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth10 %(4)%(3)%1 %


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Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Aptar
Pharma
Aptar
Beauty
Aptar
Closures
Total
Reported Net Sales Growth13 %7 %(6)%7 %
Currency Effects (1)(5)%(5)%(2)%(4)%
Acquisitions— %— %(1)%(1)%
Core Sales Growth%%(9)%%
Reported net sales for the first nine months of 20222023 increased 5% to $2.53$2.65 billion compared to $2.41$2.53 billion for the first nine months of 2021.2022. The average U.S. dollar exchange rate strengthenedweakened compared to the euro and other major currencies in which we operate, resulting in a negativepositive currency translation impact of 6%1%. There was no significant impact from ourOur acquisitions of Voluntis, HengyuMetaphase, iD SCENT, and MetaphaseGulf Closures had a 1% positive impact on our consolidated results during the first nine months of 2022.2023. Therefore, core sales, which excludes acquisitions and changes in foreign currency rates, increased by 11%3% in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to the same period in 2021. Price2022. The combination of strong volume growth, especially for products in our prescription, consumer healthcare and beauty applications as discussed above, along with price increases to recover inflationary cost increases continue to havehad a strongpositive impact on our core sales. Of our 11%3% core sales increase, approximately 5% is2% was due to price adjustments related to the passing through of higher resin and other input costs while improved volumes and product mix while inflationary price adjustments represented the remaining 6%1% of the increase.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
PharmaBeauty
+ Home
Food +
Beverage
Total
Core Sales Growth15 %%%11 %
Acquisitions%— %— %— %
Currency Effects (1)(8)%(6)%(2)%(6)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth8 %2 %6 %5 %


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Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Aptar
Pharma
Aptar
Beauty
Aptar
Closures
Total
Reported Net Sales Growth11 %5 %(7)%5 %
Currency Effects (1)(1)%(1)%— %(1)%
Acquisitions(1)%— %(1)%(1)%
Core Sales Growth%%(8)%%

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, net sales sourced by geographic location:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022% of Total2021% of Total2022% of Total2021% of Total2023% of Total2022% of Total2023% of Total2022% of Total
DomesticDomestic$279,810 33 %$280,237 34 %$848,617 34 %$804,582 33 %Domestic$254,780 29 %$279,810 33 %$747,791 28 %$848,617 34 %
EuropeEurope436,833 52 %433,489 53 %1,336,929 53 %1,296,171 54 %Europe509,204 57 %436,833 52 %1,530,753 58 %1,336,929 53 %
Latin AmericaLatin America63,281 8 %57,750 %180,167 7 %162,776 %Latin America73,037 8 %63,281 %207,109 8 %180,167 %
AsiaAsia56,936 7 %53,966 %160,622 6 %149,699 %Asia55,976 6 %56,936 %163,317 6 %160,622 %
For further discussion on net sales by reporting segment, please refer to the analysis of segment net sales and segment Adjusted EBITDA on the following pages.
COST OF SALES (EXCLUSIVE OF DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION SHOWN BELOW)
Cost of sales (“COS”) as a percent of net sales increaseddecreased to 63.5% in the third quarter of 2023 compared to 65.3% in the third quarter of 2022 compared to 65.1% in the third quarter of 2021. While our2022. Our COS percentage was positively impacted by an improved mix of our higher-margin Pharma product sales compared to the same period in 2021, this positive impact was more than offset by2022. We also benefited from the moderation of inflationary cost increases, higher tooling sales which typically carry lower margins than our normal product sales, and under-absorption at certain Beauty + Home and Food + Beverage sites due to lower production volumes. During the third quarter, we experienced increases in several input costs including utilities, metals, freight and labor, including a $4.5 million one-time payment to certain European employees to mitigate higher inflationary costs.negatively impacted prior year results. While we maintainmaintained our normal pass-through of resin cost increases and have implemented general price increases to offset other cost increases during the third quarter of 2022, there is no margin on resin pass-through costs, which increasesincreased our COS as a percentage of sales. During the third quarter of 2023, lower input costs had the opposite impact, which lowered our COS as a percentage of sales.
For the first nine months of 2022,2023, COS as a percent of net sales increaseddecreased to 64.9%64.1% compared to 64.2%64.9% in the same period in 20212022, in spite of approximately $16 million of additional costs related to the validation of the new injectables expansion capacity as well as inefficiencies in the first part of the year due to the sameEnterprise Resource Planning ("ERP") system implementation. As discussed above, this decrease is mainly due to an improved mix of our higher-margin Pharma products and the moderation of inflationary cost increases discussed above.increases.
SELLING, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE
Selling, research & development and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) decreasedincreased by approximately $0.5$2.7 million to $135.4$138.1 million in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to $135.9$135.4 million during the same period in 2021.2022. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, SG&A decreased by approximately $2.7 million in the quarter. Incremental costs related to our acquisitions of Metaphase, iD SCENT, and Gulf Closures were $0.4 million. The current quarter decrease in SG&A is related to lower headcount and other overhead costsas part of our ongoing focus on fixed cost management. SG&A as a percentage of net sales decreased to 15.5% in the third quarter of 2023 compared to 16.2% in the same period in 2022.
SG&A increased by $11.1 million to $427.5 million in the first nine months of 2023 compared to $416.4 million during the same period in 2022. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, SG&A increased by approximately $9.3$7.9 million in the quarter. This increase is mainly duefirst nine months of 2023 compared to the first nine months of 2022. Incremental costs related to our acquisitions of Metaphase, iD SCENT, and Gulf Closures were $1.1 million. Improvements from our overhead cost management initiatives for the first nine months of 2023 were more than offset by higher compensation costs, including accruals related to our current short-term and long-term incentive compensation programs, along with higher professional fees for internal projects and higher travel costs compared to 2021.2022. SG&A as a percentage of net sales decreased to 16.2%16.1% in the third quarterfirst nine months of 20222023 compared to 16.5% in the same period in 2021.2022.
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SG&A increased by $5.2 million to $416.4 million in the first nine months of 2022 compared to $411.2 million during the same period in 2021. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, SG&A increased by approximately $27.0 million in the first nine months of 2022 compared to the first nine months of 2021. Of this increase, $3.0 million relates to incremental SG&A costs in 2022 due to our acquisitions of Hengyu and Voluntis which were completed during the third quarter of 2021. The remaining increase is partially related to higher compensation costs, including accruals related to our current short-term incentive compensation programs and the timing of certain equity compensation arrangement expense recognition. We also experienced an increase in information systems costs due to an upgrade of our enterprise reporting system along with higher professional fees for internal projects and higher travel costs compared to 2021. Also, in March 2022 we recorded a $1.4 million expected net credit loss reserve against the outstanding note receivable from one of our venture investments (Kali Care). SG&A as a percentage of net sales decreased to 16.5% in the first nine months of 2022 compared to 17.0% during the same period in 2021.
DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION
Reported depreciation and amortization expenses decreasedincreased by approximately $1.7$5.1 million to $57.6$62.7 million in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to $59.3$57.6 million during the same period in 2021.2022. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, depreciation and amortization increased by approximately $3.1$2.6 million in the third quarter compared to the third quarter of 2021. Approximately $1.1 million2022. Incremental depreciation and amortization costs related to our acquisitions of Metaphase, iD SCENT, and Gulf Closures were $0.4 million. The majority of this increase is duerelates to incremental depreciation and amortization associated with our acquisitions of Voluntis and Hengyu, each of which closed during the third quarter of 2021. We also increased ourhigher capital spending during the current and prior yearyears to support our growth strategy.strategy, including several new manufacturing facilities commencing production during 2023. Depreciation and amortization as a percentage of net sales decreasedincreased to 6.9%7.0% in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to 7.2%6.9% in the same period of the prior year.
Reported depreciation and amortization expenses increased by approximately $0.3$9.4 million to $174.8$184.2 million in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to $174.5$174.8 million during the same period a year ago. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, depreciation and amortization increased by approximately $10.7$7.8 million in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to the same period a year ago. Incremental depreciation and amortization costs related to our acquisitions of Metaphase, iD SCENT, and Gulf Closures were $0.6 million. As mentioneddiscussed above, approximately $4.1 million of this increase is due to our acquisitions of Voluntis and Hengyu completed during the third quarter of 2021 and the remaining increase relates to higher internal capital spendinginvestments during the current and prior year to support our growth strategy.years. Depreciation and amortization as a percentage of net sales decreasedincreased to 6.9%7.0% in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to 7.2%6.9% in the same period of the prior year.
RESTRUCTURING INITIATIVES
In late 2017,During the third quarter of 2022, we began a business transformation planan initiative to drive profitable salesbetter leverage our fixed cost base through growth increase operational excellence, enhance our approach to innovation and improve organizational effectiveness. The primary focuscost reduction measures. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023, we recognized $6.6 million and $20.1 million of the plan was the Beauty + Home segment; however, certain global general and administrative functions were also addressed. As of the end of 2021, we had successfully completed the vast majority of our planned initiativesrestructuring costs related to our transformation plan, including implementing new commercial strategies, reducingthis initiative, respectively. For the three months ended September 30, 2022, we recognized $2.3 million of restructuring costs and adding capabilities in Asia and in fast growing application fields that we believe will position the segment for future growth and profitability.related to this initiative. The cumulative expense incurred for this transformation plan as of September 30, 20222023 was $137.0 million, of which $0.7 million was recognized in the first nine months of 2022.
We continue to look at our operating structure and are continuing to identify actions to further reduce cost and improve our competitiveness. During the third quarter, we recognized $2.3 million in charges.$26.3 million.
Restructuring costs for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 arewere as follows:
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022202120222021
Restructuring Initiatives by Segment
Pharma$ $13 $ $86 
Beauty + Home2,344 5,442 3,022 7,995 
Food + Beverage(74)131 (33)169 
Corporate & Other 4,637  10,521 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$2,270 $10,223 $2,989 $18,771 
Three Months Ended
September 30,
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
2023202220232022
Restructuring Initiatives by Plan:
Optimization initiative$6,586 $2,254 $20,069 $2,254 
Prior year initiatives(425)16 (441)735 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$6,161 $2,270 $19,628 $2,989 
Restructuring Initiatives by Segment:
Aptar Pharma$92 $— $1,657 $— 
Aptar Beauty2,880 2,240 12,650 2,774 
Aptar Closures3,098 30 4,060 215 
Corporate & Other91 — 1,261 — 
Total Restructuring Initiatives$6,161 $2,270 $19,628 $2,989 
OPERATING INCOME
Operating income increased approximately $12.3$24.1 million to $95.2$119.3 million in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to $82.9$95.2 million in the same period a year ago. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, operating income increased by approximately $22.2$17.6 million in the quarter compared to the same period a year ago. Strongago mainly due to the strong sales growth along with lower restructuring costs, duringin our Pharma segment and the current quarter drove this improvement.SG&A leverage mentioned above. Operating income as a percentage of net sales increased to 11.4%13.3% in the third quarter of 20222023 compared to 10.0%11.4% in the prior year period.
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For the first nine months of 2022,2023, operating income increased approximately $34.1$25.8 million to $294.1$319.8 million compared to $259.9$294.1 million in the same period of the prior year. Excluding changes in foreign currency rates, operating income increased by approximately $56.3$19.9 million in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to the same period a year ago. Asago as our strong Pharma segment growth and SG&A leverage mentioned above the combination of strong sales and lowerwas partially offset by higher restructuring costs led to this improvement.costs. Operating income as a percentage of net sales increased to 11.6%12.1% in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to 10.8%11.6% for the same period in the prior year.
TOTALINTEREST EXPENSE
Interest expense increased approximately $0.2 million to $10.0 million in the third quarter of 2023 compared to $9.8 million for the same period of the prior year. This slight increase is due to the maturity of the €100 million 0.98% Senior Notes due July 2023 which was repaid using our variable interest rate revolving credit facility.
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Interest expense decreased by $0.8 million to $29.9 million in the first nine months of 2023 compared to $30.7 million during the first nine months of 2022. This reduction is mainly due to the repayment of part of our private placement debt, which also included a $0.4 million make-whole payment for the early redemption during the second quarter of 2022 which did not repeat during 2023. See Note 6 - Debt of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further details.
NET OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE)
Net other expenseincome increased $1.2 million to $0.7 million of income in the third quarter of 2022 decreased $6.42023 from $0.5 million to $10.3 million from $16.7 millionof expense in the same period of the prior year. This reductionincrease is mainly due to $0.8 million of improvements in our equity investments along with $0.6 million in lower pension costs during the third quarter of 2023 compared to the third quarter of 2022.
Net other income increased $6.7 million to $4.3 million of income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 from $2.4 million of expense in the same period of the prior year. $2.9 million of this increase is due to the change in the fair value of our PureCycle investment. As discussed in Note 18 - Investment in Equity Securities of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, our investment in PureCycle was converted into shares of PCT, a publicly traded entity, during the first quarter of 2021. This investment is recorded at fair value based on observable market prices for identical assets with the change in fair value being recorded as a net investment gain or loss in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. During the third quarter, we recognized a $0.6 million gain on this investment while we reported a $9.0 million loss during the third quarter of 2021. Interest expense increased by $1.7 million in the third quarter of 2022, primarily as a result of our $400 million 3.60% Senior Notes due March 2032, which were issued on March 7, 2022. See Note 6 - Debt of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further details. During the prior year, we also recognized a $1.4 million foreign currency gain on an Argentina Blue Chip Swap agreement, which negatively impacts the current year comparison.
Net other expense increased $14.6 million to $33.1 million of expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2022 from $18.5 million of expense in the same period of the prior year. Of thisThe remaining increase $7.3 million is due to the changeimprovements in fair value of our investment in PureCycle as discussed above. Interest expense also increased by $8.1 million in the first nine months of 2022 as a result of approximately seven months of interest expense on our $400 million 3.60% Senior Notesother equity investments along with lower pension costs as discussed above.
PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES
The tax provision for interim periods is determined using the estimated annual effective consolidated tax rate, based on the current estimate of full-year earnings and related estimated full year-taxes,full-year taxes, adjusted for the impact of discrete quarterly items.
The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, respectively, was 36.2%23.4% and 29.2%36.2%. The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, respectively, was 31.0%24.6% and 22.9%31.0%.The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2023 reflects additional tax benefits from employee stock-based compensation and a benefit related to a change in the U.S. tax regulations issued during the quarter related to foreign tax credits. The effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022 reflects an out-of-period charge of $7.2 million for taxes related to a legal entity reorganization to enhance the Company'sour dividend and cash management capabilities. The tax charge contributedhad an 8.5% to the impact on the effective tax rate for the three months ended September 30, 2022. The tax charge should have been recognized in the three months ended March 31, 2022. The lower reported effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 20212023 reflects additional tax benefits from employee stock-based compensation. The impactscompensation, the refining of certain U.S. tax filing positions and a change in the error onU.S. tax regulations pertaining to foreign tax credits. As mentioned above, the three months ended March 31, 2022 andtax rate for the threenine months ended September 30, 2022, are not considered material to either period.reflects an out-of-period charge for $7.2 million and had a 2.8% impact on the effective tax rate.
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO APTARGROUP, INC.
We reported net income attributable to AptarGroup, Inc. of $54.2$84.3 million and $180.3$222.1 million in the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022,2023, respectively, compared to $47.3$54.2 million and $186.5$180.3 million for the same periods in the prior year.
APTAR PHARMA SEGMENT
Operations that sell proprietary dispensing systems, drug delivery systems, sealing solutions and services to the prescription drug, consumer health care, injectables, active material science solutions and digital health markets form our Aptar Pharma segment.
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
20222021202220212023202220232022
Net SalesNet Sales$343,397 $313,225 $1,026,090 $952,400 Net Sales$389,188 $343,397 $1,135,934 $1,026,090 
Adjusted EBITDA (1)Adjusted EBITDA (1)107,235 100,738 333,793 315,201 Adjusted EBITDA (1)136,344 107,235 371,508 333,793 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)31.2 %32.2 %32.5 %33.1 %Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)35.0 %31.2 %32.7 %32.5 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items. Adjusted EBITDA margins are calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures."
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Net sales for the Aptar Pharma segment increased 13% in the third quarter of 2023 to $389.2 million compared to $343.4 million in the third quarter of 2022. Changes in currencies positively affected net sales by 5%, while the acquisition of Metaphase did not have a significant impact during the third quarter of 2023. Therefore, core sales increased by 8% in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the third quarter of 2022. The majority of the sales growth is due to higher volumes in our prescription drug and consumer health care divisions. Core sales of our products to the prescription drug market increased 20% on strong demand for our products used on emergency medicines as customers prepare for opioid overdose reversal medications going over the counter in North America. We also continue to see strong growth in our allergic rhinitis, asthma, COPD therapies and central nervous system product sales. The 14% core sales growth in the consumer health care market was driven by higher demand for our eye care, cough and cold and nasal saline rinse solutions. Sales of our products to the injectables market increased 6% as new capacity continues to come online. Active material science solutions decreased 23% due to lower tooling sales along with a decrease in active vials used in diabetes care products and lower sales of our products used for probiotics after a period of rapid growth. Digital Health currently does not represent a significant percentage of the total Pharma sales.
Third Quarter 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Prescription
Drug
Consumer
Health Care
InjectablesActive Material Science SolutionsDigital HealthTotal
Reported Net Sales Growth25 %21 %13 %(21)%(76)%13 %
Currency Effects (1)(5)%(7)%(6)%(2)%(1)%(5)%
Acquisitions— %— %(1)%— %— %— %
Core Sales Growth20 %14 %%(23)%(77)%%
Net sales for the first nine months of 2023 increased by 11% to $1.14 billion compared to $1.03 billion in the first nine months of 2022. Changes in currency rates positively impacted net sales by 1%, and the acquisition of Metaphase also had a positive 1% impact during the first nine months of 2023. Therefore, core sales increased by 9% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year. Strong core sales growth for our products to the prescription and consumer health care markets more than compensated for lower sales to the injectables and active material science solutions markets. Core sales to the prescription drug market increased 26% on continued strong demand for our allergic rhinitis, asthma and emergency medicines and central nervous system devices. The 19% core sales growth in the consumer health care market was driven by higher demand for our nasal decongestant, saline rinses, eye care and cough and cold solutions. Core sales of our products to the injectables market declined 9% primarily due to the shutdown of operations for the implementation of our new ERP system in the first quarter. In addition, we were up against strong prior year comparisons as we experienced strong sales of our elastomeric components for COVID-19 and other vaccines during the prior year period which did not repeat in the first nine months of 2023. Similarly, core sales of our active material science solutions decreased 23% mainly on strong prior year period demand for our active film products used with at-home COVID-19 antigen test kits and tooling sales that did not repeat during the first nine months of 2023. Digital Health currently does not represent a significant percentage of the total Pharma sales.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Prescription
Drug
Consumer
Health Care
InjectablesActive Material Science SolutionsDigital HealthTotal
Reported Net Sales Growth27 %21 %(6)%(23)%(18)%11 %
Currency Effects (1)(1)%(2)%(1)%— %(4)%(1)%
Acquisitions— %— %(2)%— %— %(1)%
Core Sales Growth26 %19 %(9)%(23)%(22)%%

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2023 increased 27% to $136.3 million compared to $107.2 million in the same period of the prior year. Earnings derived from the increase in prescription and consumer health care product sales growth, along with lower overhead costs, more than compensated for the softness in active material science solutions. Our Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 35.0% in the third quarter of 2023 from 31.2% in the third quarter of 2022 mainly on the strength of our proprietary dispensing device sales.
Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 2023 increased 11% to $371.5 million compared to $333.8 million in the same period of the prior year. The positive impact of our strong core sales growth in the prescription drug and consumer healthcare divisions was partially offset by the additional expenses related to our injectables ERP system implementation early in the year and the impact of lower COVID-19 related sales in our injectables and active material science solutions divisions, as discussed above. Overall, our Adjusted EBITDA margin improved slightly to 32.7% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to 32.5% in the first nine months of 2022.
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APTAR BEAUTY SEGMENT
Operations that sell dispensing systems and sealing solutions to the beauty, personal care and home care markets form our Aptar Beauty segment.
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2023202220232022
Net Sales$323,980 $303,046 $979,956 $929,793 
Adjusted EBITDA (1)41,070 36,563 121,375 112,343 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)12.7 %12.1 %12.4 %12.1 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items. Adjusted EBITDA margins are calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures."
Reported net sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 increased 7% to $324.0 million compared to $303.0 million in the third quarter of the prior year. Changes in currency rates positively impacted net sales by 5% in the third quarter of 2023 while our acquisition of iD SCENT did not have a material impact on the sales in the quarter. Therefore, core sales increased 2% in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the same quarter of the prior year. Regionally, Europe delivered solid quarterly sales growth which more than compensated for the ongoing softness in demand in North America. Latin America also had good growth and Asia continued to gradually improve. Core sales of our products to the beauty market increased 14% as consumer demand for prestige and mass fragrance applications remained strong. Personal care and home care core sales decreased 15% and 24%, respectively, due to ongoing softness in demand, mainly in North America.
Third Quarter 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Personal
Care
BeautyHome
Care
Total
Reported Net Sales Growth(11)%21 %(21)%7 %
Currency Effects (1)(4)%(6)%(3)%(5)%
Acquisitions— %(1)%— %— %
Core Sales Growth(15)%14 %(24)%%
For the first nine months of 2023, reported net sales increased 5% to $980.0 million compared to $929.8 million in the first nine months of the prior year. Changes in currency rates positively impacted net sales by approximately 1% while our acquisition of iD SCENT did not have an impact on segment sales. Therefore, core sales increased by 4% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year. Consistent with the quarterly results, strong regional sales growth in Europe and Latin America more than offset lower North American demand. Core sales of our products to the beauty market increased 14% during the first nine months of 2023 on higher sales in both prestige and mass fragrance, along with continued growth for our facial skin care and color cosmetic solutions. Personal care core sales decreased 7% as higher demand for our sun care applications was offset by softness in baby and hair care product sales mainly due to customer destocking in North America. Core sales of our home care market products declined 23% mainly due to lower demand from our hair care and surface cleaner customers.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Personal
Care
BeautyHome
Care
Total
Reported Net Sales Growth(6)%15 %(22)%5 %
Currency Effects (1)(1)%(1)%(1)%(1)%
Acquisitions— %— %— %— %
Core Sales Growth(7)%14 %(23)%%

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2023 increased 12% to $41.1 million compared to $36.6 million in the same period in the prior year. This is primarily attributable to higher tooling sales, lower input costs and operational improvements, which more than compensated for lower profitability on product sales. Our Adjusted EBITDA margin improved from 12.1% in the third quarter of 2022 to 12.7% during the third quarter of 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 2023 increased 8% to $121.4 million compared to $112.3 million reported in the same period in the prior year mainly due to higher profitability on product sales, along with lower input costs and operational improvements as discussed above. Therefore, our Adjusted EBITDA margin improved from 12.1% in the first nine months of 2022 to 12.4% during the first nine months of 2023.
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APTAR CLOSURES SEGMENT
Operations that sell dispensing systems, sealing solutions and food service trays to the food, beverage, personal care, home care, beauty and healthcare markets form our Aptar Closures segment. Aptar's food protection business and elastomeric flow-control technology business continue to report through the Aptar Closures segment.
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2023202220232022
Net Sales$179,829 $190,417 $533,080 $570,452 
Adjusted EBITDA (1)27,607 23,483 81,387 69,020 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)15.4 %12.3 %15.3 %12.1 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items. Adjusted EBITDA margins are calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures".Measures."
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NetReported sales for the Pharma segment increased 10% in the third quarter of 2022ended September 30, 2023 decreased approximately 6% to $343.4$179.8 million compared to $313.2$190.4 million in the third quarter of 2021.the prior year. Changes in currencies negatively affectedcurrency rates positively impacted net sales by 11%2%, while the acquisitionsour acquisition of Voluntis, Hengyu and Metaphase had a positive impact ofGulf Closures positively impacted net sales by 1% during. Therefore, core sales for the third quarter of 2022. Therefore, core sales increased2023 decreased by 20% in the third quarter of 20229% compared to the thirdsame quarter of 2021. The majoritythe prior year. Approximately 3% of the sale growthdecrease for the current quarter is due to higher volumesthe pass-through of lower input costs while the remaining 6% is due to lower product and tooling sales. Core sales of our productsSales to the prescription drugfood market increased 17%decreased 11% primarily on strongsofter demand for our allergic rhinitisdairy and asthma devices as many regions continuedry spice applications. The 3% increase in beverage market sales is mostly related to experience post-pandemic re-openings. We also realized strong sales of our products on emergency medical applications for existing and new solutions in the prescription drug market. The 26% core sales growth in the consumer health care market was driven by higher customer demand for our nasal decongestant and saline rinse solutions. Coreconcentrate applications. Personal care sales of our elastomeric components to the injectables market increased 5%declined 24% due to continued stronglower demand for our vaccinebody and biologic components, even as demand for COVID-19 vaccines began to decline. Core sales of our active material science solutions increased 33% on higher tooling sales and demand for our oral dose and other diagnostic products.hair care closures.
Third Quarter 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Prescription
Drug
Consumer
Health Care
InjectablesActive Material Science SolutionsDigital Health (2)Total
Third Quarter 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Third Quarter 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
FoodBeveragePersonal CareOther (2)Total
Reported Net Sales GrowthReported Net Sales Growth(10)%17 %(22)%25 %(6)%
Currency Effects (1)Currency Effects (1)(1)%(5)%(2)%(1)%(2)%
AcquisitionsAcquisitions— %(9)%— %— %(1)%
Core Sales GrowthCore Sales Growth17 %26 %%33 %— %20 %Core Sales Growth(11)%%(24)%24 %(9)%
Acquisitions— %— %%— %100 %%
Currency Effects (1)(11)%(13)%(12)%(6)%— %(11)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth6 %13 %(5)%27 %100 %10 %
Net sales for the first nine months of 2022 increased2023 decreased by 8%7% to $1.03 billion$533.1 million compared to $952.4$570.5 million in the first nine months of 2021.2022. Changes in currency rates negativelyhad no impact on net sales while our acquisition of Gulf Closures positively impacted net sales by 8%, while the acquisitions of Voluntis, Hengyu and Metaphase had a positive impact of 1% during the first nine months of 2022.. Therefore, core sales increaseddecreased by 15%8% in the first nine months of 20222023 compared to the same period in the prior year. All legacy markets showedApproximately half of the 8% core sales growth duringdecrease is due to passing through lower input costs. Tooling sales and volumes were also lower as customers continued to work through their inventory levels, primarily in North America. Core sales to the food and personal care markets decreased 8% and 20%, respectively, while core sales to the beverage market increased 2% in the first nine months of 2022. Core sales2023 compared to the prescription drugsame period of the prior year. For the food market, increased 12% on solid demandwe were up against strong prior year period comparisons, mainly for sauces and condiment applications and our allergic rhinitis, asthma and emergency medical devices due to post-pandemic re-openings and product launches as discussed above.food service packaging products. The 17% core sales growth in the consumer healthpersonal care market was driven byalso negatively impacted with lower sales of our body and hair care applications. The beverage market reported growth mainly from higher demand for our nasal decongestant, saline rinses and cough and cold solutions. Core sales of our elastomeric components for COVID-19 and other vaccines drove the 7% core sales growth in our injectables market. Similarly, core sales of our active material science solutions increased 31% mainly on strong demand for our oral solid dose solutions and Activ-Film products used with at-home COVID-19 test kits.juice applications.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Prescription
Drug
Consumer
Health Care
InjectablesActive Material Science SolutionsDigital Health (2)Total
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
FoodBeveragePersonal CareOther (2)Total
Reported Net Sales GrowthReported Net Sales Growth(8)%10 %(19)%3 %(7)%
Currency Effects (1)Currency Effects (1)— %(2)%(1)%— %— %
AcquisitionsAcquisitions— %(6)%— %— %(1)%
Core Sales GrowthCore Sales Growth12 %17 %%31 %— %15 %Core Sales Growth(8)%%(20)%%(8)%
Acquisitions— %— %%— %100 %%
Currency Effects (1)(8)%(8)%(9)%(5)%— %(8)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth4 %9 %1 %26 %100 %8 %

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
(2)Core sales for the comparable period not deemed significant.Other includes beauty, home care and healthcare markets.
Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 20222023 increased 6%18% to $107.2$27.6 million compared to $100.7 million in the same period of the prior year. Strong product sales growth more than compensated for a $10.6 million negative impact from the translation of our foreign currency results into U.S. dollars and a $2.2 million one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees. Our Adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 31.2% in the third quarter of 2022 from 32.2% in the third quarter of 2021 due to the lack of margin on the pass-through of higher input costs, along with higher SG&A costs and the one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees.
Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 2022 increased 6% to $333.8 million compared to $315.2 million in the same period of the prior year. This increase is mainly driven by our strong core sales growth which was able to compensate for a negative $24.2 million impact from the translation of our foreign currency results into U.S. dollars and the $2.2 million one-time inflation payment mentioned above. However, the lack of margin on the pass-through of higher input costs and incremental startup costs for our digital health investments and elastomeric component capacity expansion led to a lower Adjusted EBITDA margin of 32.5% in the first nine months of 2022 compared to 33.1% in the first nine months of 2021.
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BEAUTY + HOME SEGMENT
Operations that sell dispensing systems and sealing solutions to the beauty, personal care and home care markets form our Beauty + Home segment.
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022202120222021
Net Sales$359,823 $374,088 $1,099,368 $1,081,280 
Adjusted EBITDA (1)41,230 43,789 125,607 117,055 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)11.5 %11.7 %11.4 %10.8 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, unallocated corporate expenses, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items. Adjusted EBITDA margins are calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures".
Reported net sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 decreased 4% to $359.8 million compared to $374.1 million in the third quarter of the prior year. Changes in currency rates negatively impacted net sales by 8% in the third quarter of 2022. Therefore, core sales increased 4% in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same quarter of the prior year. The current quarter core sales growth was driven by our price pass-through initiatives. Core sales of our products to the beauty market increased 6% as consumer demand for fragrance and color cosmetic applications increased. Personal care core sales increased 5% due to higher sales to the hair care and sun care markets. Core sales to the home care markets decreased 6% on strong prior year comparisons for household cleaner and laundry care products.
Third Quarter 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Personal
Care
BeautyHome
Care
Total
Core Sales Growth%%(6)%%
Currency Effects (1)(7)%(10)%(5)%(8)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth(2)%(4)%(11)%(4)%
For the first nine months of 2022, net sales increased 2% to $1.10 billion compared to $1.08 billion in the first nine months of the prior year. Changes in currency rates negatively impacted net sales by approximately 6%. Therefore, core sales increased by 8% in the first nine months of 2022 compared to the same period in the prior year. Approximately 7% of this growth came from the pass-through of higher input costs while the remaining increase is due to higher product volumes and mix. Core sales of our products to the beauty market increased 13% during the first nine months of 2022 as we experienced growth across the majority of our applications. Personal care core sales increased 6% on higher sales of our hair care and sun care applications. Core sales of our home care market products declined 12% mainly due to lower tooling sales and normalizing demand for our dish care, industrial and household cleaner applications as rates of COVID-19 transmission have slowed in certain regions.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
Personal
Care
BeautyHome
Care
Total
Core Sales Growth%13 %(12)%%
Currency Effects (1)(5)%(8)%(3)%(6)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth1 %5 %(15)%2 %

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2022 decreased 6% to $41.2 million compared to $43.8 million in the same period in the prior year. The decrease is mainly due to a negative $3.7 million impact from the translation of our foreign currency results into U.S. dollars and a $1.9 million one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees. During the prior year, we reported a $2.7 million favorable value added tax ruling in Brazil, which also negatively impacts the current year comparison.
Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 2022 increased 7% to $125.6 million compared to $117.1 million reported in the same period in the prior year on product sales growth and operational improvements, mainly during the first half of 2022. These improvements were more than able to compensate for a negative $8.1 million impact from the translation of our foreign currency results and the one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees mentioned above. During the prior year, we reported a $2.7 million favorable value added tax ruling in Brazil, which negatively impacts the current year comparison.
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FOOD + BEVERAGE SEGMENT
Operations that sell dispensing systems, sealing solutions and food service trays to the food and beverage markets form our Food + Beverage segment.
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022202120222021
Net Sales$133,640 $138,129 $400,877 $379,548 
Adjusted EBITDA (1)18,816 22,379 55,756 61,995 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (1)14.1 %16.2 %13.9 %16.3 %

(1)Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization,unallocated corporate expenses,restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items. Adjusted EBITDA margins are calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by Reported Net Sales. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures".
Reported sales for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 decreased approximately 3% to $133.6 million compared to $138.1 million in the third quarter of the prior year. Changes in currency rates negatively impacted net sales by 3%. Therefore, core sales for the third quarter of 2022 were flat compared to the same quarter of the prior year. Higher tooling sales and an increase in the passing through of higher input costs offset slightly lower product sales volumes during the third quarter of 2022. Our food market volumes increased mainly on higher tooling sales along with strong growth in our food service packaging applications. The decrease in beverage market sales is mostly related to lower tooling sales leaving product sales relatively flat compared with prior year levels.
Third Quarter 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
FoodBeverageTotal
Core Sales Growth%(16)%— %
Currency Effects (1)(3)%(4)%(3)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth4 %(20)%(3)%
Net sales for the first nine months of 2022 increased by 6% to $400.9 million compared to $379.5 million in the first nine months of 2021. Changes in currency rates negatively impacted net sales by 2%. Therefore, core sales increased by 8% in the first nine months of 2022 compared to the same period in the prior year. Increased product and tooling sales, along with the pass-through of higher material costs, positively impacted the first nine months of 2022. Approximately 6% of the 8% core sales increase is due to passing through higher resin and other input costs. Core sales to the food market increased 10%, while core sales to the beverage market increased 2% in the first nine months of 2022 compared to the same period of the prior year. For the food market, we realized growth in sauces and condiments and our food service packaging products. The beverage market also reported growth due to pricing pass-throughs and improving sales of our premium bottled water products as the market continues to recover from the lower COVID-19 pandemic levels last year.
Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022
Net Sales Change over Prior Year
FoodBeverageTotal
Core Sales Growth10 %%%
Currency Effects (1)(2)%(3)%(2)%
Total Reported Net Sales Growth8 %(1)%6 %

(1)Currency effects are calculated by translating last year’s amounts at this year’s foreign exchange rates.
Adjusted EBITDA in the third quarter of 2022 decreased 16% to $18.8 million compared to $22.4$23.5 million reported in the same period of the prior year. Lower product salesOperational improvements, along with some operational inefficiencies, specifically under-absorption in certain North American sites, negatively impacted results. We also reported a negative $0.5 million impact fromlower SG&A costs were able to compensate for the translation of our foreign currency results into U.S. dollars and a $0.3 million one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees. As mentioned above, lower product sales were mostly offset by higher tooling sales. Historically,noted above. Approximately one third of our tooling sales decrease was due to passing through lower input costs. These pass-throughs typically do not carry any margin, but the lower margins thansales favorably impact our product sales. This change in sales mix also negatively impacted our current quarter adjustedAdjusted EBITDA margin. Therefore, our Adjusted EBITDA margin improved from 12.3% in the third quarter of 2022 to 15.4% during the third quarter of 2023.
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Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 2022 decreased 10%2023 increased 18% to $55.8$81.4 million compared to $62.0$69.0 million reported in the same period of the prior year. Our profitability was positively impacted by a focus on operational improvements and containing costs within our new segment structure. As discussed above, we experienced increased product and toolingapproximately half of our sales growthdecrease was due to passing through lower input costs. As these pass-throughs typically do not carry any margin, the lower sales favorably impact our Adjusted EBITDA margin. This led to our Adjusted EBITDA margin improving from 12.1% in the first nine months of 2022 to 15.3% during the first nine months of 2022. However, our profitability was negatively impacted by unfavorable product mix and some operational inefficiencies in North America. We also reported a negative $0.8 million impact from the translation of our foreign currency results into U.S. dollars and a $0.3 million one-time inflation payment made to certain European employees. These issues, along with the lack of margin on the pass-through of higher input costs, had a negative impact on our Adjusted EBITDA margin during the first nine months of 2022.2023.
CORPORATE & OTHER
In addition to our three reporting segments, we assign certain costs to “Corporate & Other,” which is presented separately in Note 16 – Segment Information of the Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements. For Corporate & Other, Adjusted EBITDA (which excludes net interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities and other special items) primarily includes certain professional fees, compensation and information system costs which are not allocated directly to our reporting segments.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2022,2023, Corporate & Other Adjusted EBITDA increaseddecreased to $11.7 million of expense from $13.5 million from $12.7 millionof expense in the third quarter of 2021.2022. This increaseexpense decrease is partiallydue to approximately $4.2 million of realized gains on the sale of PCT shares related to the PureCycle investment partially offset by higher professional fees for corporate projects and higher incentive compensation costs, including accruals related to our current short-term and travel costs compared to 2021. We also wrote off $0.5 million of assets associated with an office space lease which was not renewed.equity compensation programs.
Corporate & Other Adjusted EBITDA in the first nine months of 20222023 increased to $46.0 million of expense compared to $45.2 million compared to $40.3 millionof expense reported in the same period of the prior year. ThisAs mentioned above, this increase is partiallymainly related to higher incentive compensation costs including accruals related to our current short-term incentive compensation programs and the timing of equity compensation expense recognition including substantive vesting conditions for retirement eligible employees. We also reportedalong with higher professional fees and travel costs as restrictions on travel eased as compared to the prior year.for corporate projects.
NON-U.S. GAAP MEASURES
In addition to the information presented herein that conforms to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP"), we also present financial information that does not conform to U.S. GAAP, which are referred to as non-U.S. GAAP financial measures. Management may assess our financial results both on a U.S. GAAP basis and on a non-U.S. GAAP basis. We believe it is useful to present these non-U.S. GAAP financial measures because they allow for a better period over period comparison of operating results by removing the impact of items that, in management’s view, do not reflect our core operating performance. These non-U.S. GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for U.S. GAAP financial results, but should be read in conjunction with the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income and other information presented herein. Investors are cautioned against placing undue reliance on these non-U.S. GAAP measures. Further, investors are urged to review and consider carefully the adjustments made by management to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP financial measure to arrive at these non-U.S. GAAP financial measures.
In our Management’s Discussion and Analysis, we exclude the impact of foreign currency translation when presenting net sales and other information, which we define as “constant currency.” Changes in net sales excluding the impact of foreign currency translation is a non-U.S. GAAP financial measure. As a worldwide business, it is important that we take into account the effects of foreign currency translation when we view our results and plan our strategies. Consequently, when our management looks at our financial results to measure the core performance of our business, we may exclude the impact of foreign currency translation by translating our prior period results at current period foreign currency exchange rates. As a result, our management believes that these presentations are useful internally and may be useful to investors. We also exclude the impact of material acquisitions when comparing results to prior periods. Changes in operating results excluding the impact of acquisitions are non-U.S. GAAP financial measures. We believe it is important to exclude the impact of acquisitions on period over period results in order to evaluate performance on a more comparable basis.
We present earnings before net interest and taxes (“EBIT”) and earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”). We also present our adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (“Adjusted EBIT”) and adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”), both of which exclude restructuring initiatives, acquisition-related costs, purchase accounting adjustments related to acquisitions and investments and net unrealized investment gains and losses related to observable market price changes on equity securities. Our Outlook is also provided on a non-U.S. GAAP basis because certain reconciling items are dependent on future events that either cannot be controlled, such as exchange rates and changes in the fair value of equity investments, or reliably predicted because they are not part of our routine activities, such as restructuring and acquisition costs.
We provide a reconciliation of Net Debt to Net Capital as a non-U.S. GAAP measure. “Net Debt” is calculated as interest bearinginterest-bearing debt less cash and equivalents and short-term investments while “Net Capital” is calculated as stockholders’ equity plus Net Debt. Net Debt to Net Capital measures a company’s financial leverage, which gives users an idea of a company's financial structure, or how it is financing its operations, along with insight into its financial strength. We believe that it is meaningful to take into consideration the balance of our cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments when evaluating our leverage. If needed, such assets could be used to reduce our gross debt position.
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Finally, we provide a reconciliation of free cash flow as a non-U.S. GAAP measure. Free cash flow is calculated as cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures plus proceeds from government grants related to capital expenditures. We use free cash flow to measure cash flow generated by operations that is available for dividends, share repurchases, acquisitions and debt repayment. We believe that it is meaningful to investors in evaluating our financial performance and measuring our ability to generate cash internally to fund our initiatives.
Three Months EndedThree Months Ended
September 30, 2022September 30, 2023
ConsolidatedPharmaBeauty + HomeFood + BeverageCorporate & OtherNet InterestConsolidatedAptar PharmaAptar BeautyAptar ClosuresCorporate & OtherNet Interest
Net SalesNet Sales$836,860 $343,397 $359,823 $133,640 $— $— Net Sales$892,997 $389,188 $323,980 $179,829 $— $— 
Reported net incomeReported net income$54,177 Reported net income$84,298 
Reported income taxesReported income taxes30,738 Reported income taxes25,751 
Reported income before income taxesReported income before income taxes84,915 83,571 16,184 9,005 (14,841)(9,004)Reported income before income taxes110,049 108,113 17,415 11,647 (18,088)(9,038)
Adjustments:Adjustments:Adjustments:
Restructuring initiativesRestructuring initiatives2,270 — 2,344 (74)— Restructuring initiatives6,161 92 2,880 3,098 91 
Net unrealized investment gain(277)(277)
Transaction costs related to acquisitions231 231 — — — 
Net investment lossNet investment loss1,240 1,240 
Realized gain on investments included in net investment loss aboveRealized gain on investments included in net investment loss above4,188 4,188 
Adjusted earnings before income taxesAdjusted earnings before income taxes87,139 83,802 18,528 8,931 (15,118)(9,004)Adjusted earnings before income taxes121,638 108,205 20,295 14,745 (12,569)(9,038)
Interest expenseInterest expense9,756 9,756 Interest expense9,984 9,984 
Interest incomeInterest income(752)(752)Interest income(946)(946)
Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)96,143 83,802 18,528 8,931 (15,118)— Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)130,676 108,205 20,295 14,745 (12,569)— 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization57,601 23,433 22,702 9,885 1,581 Depreciation and amortization62,686 28,139 20,775 12,862 910 
Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$153,744 $107,235 $41,230 $18,816 $(13,537)$— Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$193,362 $136,344 $41,070 $27,607 $(11,659)$— 
Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)9.4 %
Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.4 %31.2 %11.5 %14.1 %Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)21.7 %35.0 %12.7 %15.4 %
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September 30, 2022
ConsolidatedAptar PharmaAptar BeautyAptar ClosuresCorporate & OtherNet Interest
Net Sales$836,860 $343,397 $303,046 $190,417 $— $— 
Reported net income$54,177 
Reported income taxes30,738 
Reported income before income taxes84,915 83,571 14,729 10,460 (14,841)(9,004)
Adjustments:
Restructuring initiatives2,270 — 2,240 30 — 
Net investment gain(649)(649)
Realized gain on investments included in net investment gain above372 372 
Transaction costs related to acquisitions231 231 — — — 
Adjusted earnings before income taxes87,139 83,802 16,969 10,490 (15,118)(9,004)
Interest expense9,756 9,756 
Interest income(752)(752)
Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)96,143 83,802 16,969 10,490 (15,118)— 
Depreciation and amortization57,601 23,433 19,594 12,993 1,581 
Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$153,744 $107,235 $36,563 $23,483 $(13,537)$— 
Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)6.5 %
Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.4 %31.2 %12.1 %12.3 %
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Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
September 30, 2021September 30, 2023
ConsolidatedPharmaBeauty + HomeFood + BeverageCorporate & OtherNet InterestConsolidatedAptar PharmaAptar BeautyAptar ClosuresCorporate & OtherNet Interest
Net SalesNet Sales$825,442 $313,225 $374,088 $138,129 $— $— Net Sales$2,648,970 $1,135,934 $979,956 $533,080 $— $— 
Reported net incomeReported net income$46,894 Reported net income$221,931 
Reported income taxesReported income taxes19,340 Reported income taxes72,265 
Reported income before income taxesReported income before income taxes66,234 75,611 14,443 12,027 (28,237)(7,610)Reported income before income taxes294,196 288,603 46,643 39,174 (52,590)(27,634)
Adjustments:Adjustments:Adjustments:
Restructuring initiativesRestructuring initiatives10,223 13 5,442 131 4,637 Restructuring initiatives19,628 1,657 12,650 4,060 1,261 
Net unrealized investment loss9,021 9,021 
Net investment gainNet investment gain(1,839)(1,839)
Realized gain on investments included in net investment gain aboveRealized gain on investments included in net investment gain above4,188 4,188 
Transaction costs related to acquisitionsTransaction costs related to acquisitions1,793 1,793 — — — Transaction costs related to acquisitions255 — 199 56 — 
Adjusted earnings before income taxesAdjusted earnings before income taxes87,271 77,417 19,885 12,158 (14,579)(7,610)Adjusted earnings before income taxes316,428 290,260 59,492 43,290 (48,980)(27,634)
Interest expenseInterest expense8,011 8,011 Interest expense29,900 29,900 
Interest incomeInterest income(401)(401)Interest income(2,266)(2,266)
Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)94,881 77,417 19,885 12,158 (14,579)— Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)344,062 290,260 59,492 43,290 (48,980)— 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization59,280 23,321 23,904 10,221 1,834 Depreciation and amortization184,212 81,248 61,883 38,097 2,984 
Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$154,161 $100,738 $43,789 $22,379 $(12,745)$— Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$528,274 $371,508 $121,375 $81,387 $(45,996)$— 
Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)8.4 %
Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.7 %32.2 %11.7 %16.2 %Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)19.9 %32.7 %12.4 %15.3 %
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September 30, 2022September 30, 2022
ConsolidatedPharmaBeauty + HomeFood + BeverageCorporate & OtherNet InterestConsolidatedAptar PharmaAptar BeautyAptar ClosuresCorporate & OtherNet Interest
Net SalesNet Sales$2,526,335 $1,026,090 $1,099,368 $400,877 $— $— Net Sales$2,526,335 $1,026,090 $929,793 $570,452 $— $— 
Reported net incomeReported net income$180,161 Reported net income$180,161 
Reported income taxesReported income taxes80,851 Reported income taxes80,851 
Reported income before income taxesReported income before income taxes261,012 263,222 52,918 25,572 (52,061)(28,639)Reported income before income taxes261,012 263,222 49,196 29,294 (52,061)(28,639)
Adjustments:Adjustments:Adjustments:
Restructuring initiativesRestructuring initiatives2,989 — 3,022 (33)— Restructuring initiatives2,989 — 2,774 215 — 
Net unrealized investment loss2,297 2,297 
Net investment lossNet investment loss1,084 1,084 
Realized gain on investments included in net investment loss aboveRealized gain on investments included in net investment loss above1,213 1,213 
Transaction costs related to acquisitionsTransaction costs related to acquisitions231 231 — — — Transaction costs related to acquisitions231 231 — — — 
Adjusted earnings before income taxesAdjusted earnings before income taxes266,529 263,453 55,940 25,539 (49,764)(28,639)Adjusted earnings before income taxes266,529 263,453 51,970 29,509 (49,764)(28,639)
Interest expenseInterest expense30,668 30,668 Interest expense30,668 30,668 
Interest incomeInterest income(2,029)(2,029)Interest income(2,029)(2,029)
Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)295,168 263,453 55,940 25,539 (49,764)— Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)295,168 263,453 51,970 29,509 (49,764)— 
Depreciation and amortizationDepreciation and amortization174,818 70,340 69,667 30,217 4,594 Depreciation and amortization174,818 70,340 60,373 39,511 4,594 
Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$469,986 $333,793 $125,607 $55,756 $(45,170)$— Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$469,986 $333,793 $112,343 $69,020 $(45,170)$— 
Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)Reported net income margin (Reported net income / Reported Net Sales)7.1 %
Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.6 %32.5 %11.4 %13.9 %Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.6 %32.5 %12.1 %12.1 %
Net Debt to Net Capital ReconciliationSeptember 30,December 31,
20232022
Notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts$124,503 $3,810 
Current maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs366,378 118,981 
Long-Term Obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs680,065 1,052,597 
Total Debt1,170,946 1,175,388 
Less:
Cash and equivalents151,573 141,732 
Net Debt$1,019,373 $1,033,656 
Total Stockholders' Equity$2,213,689 $2,068,204 
Net Debt1,019,373 1,033,656 
Net Capital$3,233,062 $3,101,860 
Net Debt to Net Capital31.5 %33.3 %
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Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2021
ConsolidatedPharmaBeauty + HomeFood + BeverageCorporate & OtherNet Interest
Net Sales$2,413,228 $952,400 $1,081,280 $379,548 $— $— 
Reported net income$186,107 
Reported income taxes55,309 
Reported income before income taxes241,416 245,087 36,253 31,728 (50,457)(21,195)
Adjustments:
Restructuring initiatives18,771 86 7,995 169 10,521 
Net unrealized investment gain(6,177)(6,177)
Transaction costs related to acquisitions4,227 4,227 — — — 
Adjusted earnings before income taxes258,237 249,400 44,248 31,897 (46,113)(21,195)
Interest expense22,601 22,601 
Interest income(1,406)(1,406)
Adjusted earnings before net interest and taxes (Adjusted EBIT)279,432 249,400 44,248 31,897 (46,113)— 
Depreciation and amortization174,508 65,801 72,807 30,098 5,802 
Adjusted earnings before net interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA)$453,940 $315,201 $117,055 $61,995 $(40,311)$— 
Adjusted EBITDA margins (Adjusted EBITDA / Reported Net Sales)18.8 %33.1 %10.8 %16.3 %
Net Debt to Net Capital ReconciliationSeptember 30,December 31,
20222021
Notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts$53,209 $147,276 
Current maturities of long-term obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs111,034 142,351 
Long-Term Obligations, net of unamortized debt issuance costs1,028,048 907,024 
Total Debt1,192,291 1,196,651 
Less:
Cash and equivalents124,812 122,925 
Short-term investments— 740 
Net Debt$1,067,479 $1,072,986 
Total Stockholders' Equity$1,888,125 $1,984,600 
Net Debt1,067,479 1,072,986 
Net Capital$2,955,604 $3,057,586 
Net Debt to Net Capital36.1 %35.1 %
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Free Cash Flow ReconciliationFree Cash Flow ReconciliationSeptember 30,September 30,Free Cash Flow ReconciliationSeptember 30,September 30,
2022202120232022
Net Cash Provided by OperationsNet Cash Provided by Operations$306,349 $259,373 Net Cash Provided by Operations$355,602 $306,349 
Capital ExpendituresCapital Expenditures(226,131)(216,689)Capital Expenditures(231,199)(226,131)
Proceeds from Government GrantsProceeds from Government Grants17,058  Proceeds from Government Grants 17,058 
Free Cash FlowFree Cash Flow$97,276 $42,684 Free Cash Flow$124,403 $97,276 
FOREIGN CURRENCY
Because of our international presence, movements in exchange rates may have a significant impact on the translation of the financial statements of our foreign subsidiaries. Our primary foreign exchange exposure is to the euro, but we also have foreign exchange exposure to the Chinese yuan, Brazilian real, Mexican peso, Swiss franc and other Asian, European and South American currencies. A strengthening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has a dilutive translation effect on our financial statements. Conversely, a weakening U.S. dollar has an additive effect. In some cases, we sell products denominated in a currency different from the currency in which the related costs are incurred. Conversely, a strengthening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has a dilutive translation effect on our financial statements. Any changes in exchange rates on such inter-country sales could materially impact our results of operations. During the third quarter and for the first nine months of 2022,ended September 30, 2023, the U.S. dollar strengthenedweakened compared to all European currencies except the major EuropeanRussian ruble and most Asian currencies. This resulted in a dilutivean additive impact on our translated results during the third quarter and year-to-date period of 20222023 when compared to the third quarter and year-to-date period of 2021.2022.
QUARTERLY TRENDS
Our results of operations in the last quarter of the year typically are negatively impacted by customer plant shutdowns in December. Several of the markets we serve are impacted by the seasonality of underlying consumer products. This, in turn, may have an impact on our net sales and results of operations for those markets. The diversification of our product portfolio minimizes fluctuations in our overall quarterly financial statements and results in an immaterial seasonality impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements when viewed quarter over quarter.
Generally, we have incurred higher stock-based compensation expense in the first quarter compared with the rest of the fiscal year due to the timing and recognition of stock-based expense from substantive vesting for retirement eligible employees. As of September 30, 2023, our estimated stock option expense on a pre-tax basis for the year 2023 compared to 2022 is as follows:
20232022
First Quarter$15,042 $13,362 
Second Quarter10,391 8,774 
Third Quarter10,051 9,805 
Fourth Quarter (estimated for 2023)9,689 8,996 
$45,173 $40,937 
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Given our current low level of leverage relative to others in our industry and our ability to generate strong levels of cash flow from operations, we believe we are in a strong financial position and have the financial resources to meet our business requirements in the foreseeable future. We have historically used cash flow from operations, our revolving and other credit facilities, proceeds from stock options and debt, as needed, as our primary sources of liquidity. Our primary uses of cash are to invest in equipment and facilities that are necessary to support our growth, pay quarterly dividends to stockholders, to make acquisitions and repurchase shares of our common stock and to make acquisitions that will contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. Due to uncertainties amid the war in Ukraine, potential new COVID-19 variants across the globeuncertain macroeconomic conditions, including rising interest rates and the inflationary environment, in the event that customer demand decreases significantly for a prolonged period of time and adversely impacts our cash flows from operations, we would have the ability to restrict and significantly reduce capital expenditure levels and share repurchases, as well as evaluatereevaluate our acquisition strategy. A prolonged and significant reduction in capital expenditure levels could increase future repairs and maintenance costs as well as have a negative impact on operating margins if we were unable to invest in new innovative products.
Cash and equivalents and restricted cash increased to $125.8$152.1 million at September 30, 20222023 from $122.9$142.7 million at December 31, 2021.2022. Total short and long-term interest bearinginterest-bearing debt of $1.2 billion at September 30, 20222023 was consistent with the $1.2 billion at December 31, 2021.2022. The ratio of our Net Debt (interest bearing(interest-bearing debt less cash and equivalents) to Net Capital (stockholders’ equity plus Net Debt) increaseddecreased to 36.1%31.5% at September 30, 2022 compared to 35.1%2023 from 33.3% at December 31, 2021 primarily driven by the lower stockholders equity driven by currency translation adjustments.2022. See the reconciliation under "Non-U.S. GAAP Measures".Measures."
In the first nine months of 2022,2023, our operations provided approximately $306.3$355.6 million in net cash flow compared to $259.4$306.3 million for the same period a year ago. In both periods, cash flow from operations was primarily derived from earnings before depreciation and amortization. The increase in cash provided by operating activities during the first nine months
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We used $222.4$239.3 million in cash for investing activities during the first nine months of 20222023 compared to $343.4$222.4 million during the same period a year ago. During 2023, approximately $9.4 million was utilized to fund the iD SCENT acquisition, $5.2 million was utilized to fund the remaining payment on the Hengyu acquisition and $1.5 million was utilized to fund the Gulf Closures acquisition. Our investment in capital projects net of government grant proceeds increased $9.4$22.1 million during the first nine months of 20222023 compared to the first nine months of 2021, which is2022 primarily relateddue to additional investments in capacity for our injectables division, offset bythe $17.1 million received by governmentin grant proceeds primarily forreceived in 2022 offsetting a portion of our active material science solution division.capital expenditures. Our 20222023 estimated cash outlays for capital expenditures net of government grant proceeds are expected to be in the range of approximately $300 million to $320 million.
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Financing activities used $80.1$94.0 million in cash during the first nine months of 20222023 compared to $98.9$80.1 million in cash used by financing activities during the same period a year ago. During the first nine months of 2023, we paid $76.7 million of dividends, received $39.7 million from stock option exercises and purchased $37.3 million of treasury stock. Additionally, we paid our outstanding contingent consideration obligation for Fusion of $25.3 million of which $22.8 million was treated as a financing outflow and repaid $117.3 million of long-term debt. During the first nine months of 2022, we received proceeds from long-term obligations of $406.6 million primarily from the issuance of $400 million of our 3.60% Senior Notes due March 2032 during the first quarter of 2022. As part of our bond offering, we paid $4.0 million in debt issuance costs. Additionally,and we repaid $93.5 million related to our revolving credit facility, paid $56 million related to our term loan that matured in July 2022, paid $74.7 million of dividends and purchased $72.3 million of treasury stock. We redeemed all $75.0 million of our 3.25% senior unsecured notes during the second quarter of 2022 at a price equal to the principal amount plus accrued interest and a $0.4 million make-whole premium. Additionally, we redeemed allrepaid $125.0 million of our 3.49% senior unsecured notes duringnotes.
In October 2020, we entered into an unsecured money market borrowing arrangement to provide short term financing of up to $30 million that is available in the thirdU.S. No borrowing on this facility is permitted over a quarter at a price equal to the principal amount plus accrued interest.end date. As such, no balance was utilized under this arrangement as of September 30, 2023.
On June 30, 2021, we entered into an amended and restated multi-currency revolving credit facility (the "revolving credit facility") with a syndicate of banks to replace the then existingthen-existing facility maturing July 2022 (the "prior credit facility") and to amend and restate the unsecured term loan facility extended to our wholly-owned UK subsidiary under the prior credit facility (as amended, the "amended term facility"). The revolving credit facility matures in June 2026, subject to a maximum of two one-year extensions in certain circumstances, and provides for unsecured financing of up to $600 million available in the U.S. and to our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. The amended term facility matured in July 2022 and was paidrepaid in full. The revolving credit facility can be drawn in various currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, and CHF to the equivalent of $600 million, which may be increased by up to $300 million subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions. As of September 30, 2023, $44.5 million and €75.0 million ($79.3 million) was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S. and no balance was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. As of December 31, 2022, no balance was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S. and no balance was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary.
There are no compensating balance requirements associated with our revolving credit facility. Each borrowing under the revolving credit facility will bear interest at rates based on LIBORSOFR (in the case of USD), EURIBOR (in the case of EUR), SONIA (in the case of GBP), SARON (in the case of CHF), prime rates or other similar rates, in each case plus an applicable margin. In May 2023 the revolving credit facility was amended to make SOFR the default borrowing rate for USD. The revolving credit facility also provides mechanics relating to a transition away from LIBOR (in the case of USD) and the designated benchmark rates for other available currencies and the replacement of any such applicable benchmark by a replacement alternative benchmark rate or mechanism for loans made in the applicable currency. A facility fee on the total amount of the revolving credit facility is also payable quarterly, regardless of usage. The applicable margins for borrowings under the revolving credit facility and the facility fee percentage may change from time to time depending on changes in our consolidated leverage ratio. As of September 30, 2022, no balance was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S. and €50.0 million (approximately $49.0 million) was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary. As of December 31, 2021, $133 million was utilized under the revolving credit facility in the U.S., €10 million (approximately $11.4 million) was utilized by our wholly-owned UK subsidiary and $56 million remained outstanding under the amended term facility. Credit facility balances are included in notes payable, revolving credit facility and overdrafts on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
Our revolving credit facility and corporate long-term obligations require us to satisfy certain financial and other covenants including:
RequirementLevel at September 30, 20222023
Consolidated Leverage Ratio (1)Maximum of 3.50 to 1.001.761.61 to 1.00
Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio (1)Minimum of 3.00 to 1.0016.0216.19 to 1.00

(1)Definitions of ratios are included as part of the revolving credit facility agreement and note purchaseprivate placement agreements.
Based upon the above consolidated leverage ratio covenant, we would have the ability to borrow approximately an additional $1.1$1.2 billion before the 3.50 to 1.00 maximum ratio requirement iswould be exceeded.
In October 2020,On July 6, 2022, we entered into an unsecured money market borrowing arrangementagreement to provide short term financingswap approximately $200 million of upour fixed USD debt to $30fixed EUR debt which would generate interest savings of approximately $0.5 million that is available in the U.S. No borrowing on this facility is permitted over aper quarter end date. As such, no balance was utilized under this arrangementbased upon exchange rates as of September 30, 2022.the transaction date.
On October 12, 2023, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.41 per share payable on November 16, 2023 to stockholders of record as of October 26, 2023.
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Our foreign operations have historically met cash requirements with the use of internally generated cash or uncommitted short-term borrowings. We also have committed financing arrangements in both the U.S. and the UK as detailed above. We manage our global cash requirements considering (i) available funds among the many subsidiaries through which we conduct business, (ii) the geographic location of our liquidity needs, and (iii) the cost to access international cash balances.
We facilitate a supply chain finance program ("SCF") across Europe and the U.S. that is administered by a third-party platform. Eligible suppliers can elect to receive early payment of invoices, less an interest deduction, and negotiate their receivable sales arrangements through the third-party platform on behalf of the respective SCF bank. We are not a party to those agreements, and the terms of our payment obligations are not impacted by a supplier's participation in the SCF. Accordingly, we have concluded that this program continues to be a trade payable program and is not indicative of a borrowing arrangement.
All outstanding amounts related to suppliers participating in the SCF are recorded within Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities in our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, and associated payments are included in operating activities within our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. As of September 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the amounts payable related to the SCF program were approximately $35 million and $30 million, respectively.
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Collection and payment periods tend to be longer for our operations located outside the United States due to local business practices. We have also seen an increasing trend in pressure from certain customers to lengthen their payment terms. As the majority of our products are made to order, we have not needed to keep significant amounts of finished goods inventory to meet customer requirements. However, some of our contracts specify an amount of finished goods safety stock we are required to maintain.
To the extent our financial position allows and there is a clear financial benefit, we from time-to-time benefit from early payment discounts with some suppliers. We are also lengthening the payment terms with our suppliers to be in line with customer trends. While we have offered third party alternatives for our suppliers to receive payments sooner, we generally do not utilize these offerings from our customers as the economic conditions currently are not beneficial for us.
On July 6, 2022, we entered into an agreement to swap approximately $200 million of our fixed USD debt to fixed EUR debt which should generate interest savings of approximately $0.5 million per quarter based upon current exchange rates.
On October 13, 2022, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share payable on November 16, 2022 to stockholders of record as of October 26, 2022.
CONTINGENCIES
The Company, in the normal course of business, is subject to a number of lawsuits and claims both actual and potential in nature. Please refer to Note 12 - Commitments and Contingencies of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of contingencies affecting our business.
RECENTLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
We have reviewed the recently issued accounting standards updatesASUs to the FASB’s Accounting Standards Codification that have future effective dates. Standards that have been adopted during 20222023 are discussed in Note 1 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies of the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-04, which provides optional expedients and exceptions for applying U.S. GAAP to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions affected by reference rate reform if certain criteria are met. The amendments to this update apply only to contracts, hedging relationships and other transactions that reference LIBOR or another reference rate expected to be discontinued because of reference rate reform. ASU 2020-04 was further amended in January 2021 by ASU 2021-01 which clarified the applicability of certain provisions. Both standards are effective upon issuance and can be adopted any time prior to December 31, 2022. The guidance in ASU 2020-04 and ASU 2021-01 is optional and may be elected over time as reference rate reform activities occur. During 2021, we amended the revolving credit facility to provide mechanics relating to a transition away from LIBOR (in the case of USD) and the designated benchmark rates for other available currencies and the replacement of any such applicable benchmark by a replacement alternative benchmark rate or mechanism for loans made in the applicable currency. We are evaluating any further impact this standard may have on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and anticipate no further significant impacts.
Other accounting standards that have been issued by the FASB or other standards-setting bodies that do not require adoption until a future date are not expected to have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements upon adoption.
OUTLOOK
Looking forward toIn the fourth quarter, we expect continued growth in our Pharma segment is expectedproprietary pharma drug delivery systems and continued improvement in our injectables division’s performance as new capacity continues to continuecome online. Our fragrance dispensing solutions experienced strong growth in the first nine months of the year and we anticipate sales for these dispensing solutions to grow at more normalized levels, however,finish strong in 2023. Our Beauty and Closures segments will be aided by the improving environment in North America as we do not expectstart to repeat last year’s strong sales of active material solutions for at-home COVID-19 test kits. We anticipatemove past the softening in demand in markets such as personal care, food and beverage to continue. We remain focused on managing the inflationary environment through price initiatives and energy surcharges, as well as controlling expenses. We will continue to allocate capital selectively while maintaining our strong balance sheet.destocking caused by elevated inventory levels.
We expect earnings per share for the fourth quarter of 2022,2023, excluding any restructuring expenses, changes in the fair value of equity investments and acquisition costs, to be in the range of $0.73$1.06 to $0.83$1.14 and this guidance is based on an effective tax rate range of 28%24% to 30%26%.
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements in Management’s Discussion and Analysis and other sections of this Form 10-Q are forward-looking and involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including certain statements set forth in the Significant Developments, Restructuring Initiatives, Quarterly Trends, Liquidity and Capital Resources, Contingencies and Outlook sections of this Form 10-Q. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “future,” “potential”, "are optimistic" and other similar expressions or future or conditional verbs such as “will,” “should,” “would” and “could” are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and are based on our beliefs as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to us. Accordingly, our actual results or other events may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements due to known or unknown risks and uncertainties that exist in our operations and business environment including, but not limited to:
geopolitical conflicts worldwide including the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military and the recent events in the Middle East and the resulting indirect impact on demand from our customers selling their products into these countries, as well as rising input costs and certain supply chain disruptions;
lower demand and asset utilization due to an economic recession either globally or in key markets we operate within;
the impact of COVID-19 and its variants on our global supply chain and our global customers, employees and operations, which has elevated and will continue to elevate many of the risks and uncertainties discussed below;
economic conditions worldwide, including inflationary conditions and potential deflationary conditions in other regions we rely on for growth;
the availabilityexecution of direct labor workers and the increase in direct labor costs, especially in North America;
our ability to preserve organizational culture and maintain employee productivity in the work-from-home environment caused by the current pandemic;fixed cost initiatives, including our optimization initiative;
the availability of raw materials and components (particularly from sole sourced suppliers) as well as the financial viability of these suppliers;
fluctuations in the cost of materials, components, transportation cost as a result of supply chain disruptions and labor shortages, and other input costs (particularly resin, metal, anodization costs and energy costs);
significant fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates or our effective tax rate;
the impact of tax reform legislation, changes in tax rates and other tax-related events or transactions that could impact our effective tax rate;
financial conditions of customers and suppliers;
consolidations within our customer or supplier bases;
changes in customer and/or consumer spending levels;
loss of one or more key accounts;
our ability to successfully implement facility expansions and new facility projects;
our ability to offset inflationary impacts with cost containment, productivity initiatives and price increases;
changes in capital availability or cost, including rising interest rates;
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volatility of global credit markets;
our ability to identify potential new acquisitions and to successfully acquire and integrate such operations, including the successful integration of the businesses we have acquired, including contingent consideration valuation;
our ability to build out acquired businesses and integrate the product/service offerings of the acquired entities into our existing product/service portfolio;
direct or indirect consequences of acts of war, terrorism or social unrest;
cybersecurity threats that could impact our networks and reporting systems;
the impact of natural disasters and other weather-related occurrences;
fiscal and monetary policies and other regulations;
changes or difficulties in complying with government regulation;
changing regulations or market conditions regarding environmental sustainability;
work stoppages due to labor disputes;
competition, including technological advances;
our ability to protect and defend our intellectual property rights, as well as litigation involving intellectual property rights;
the outcome of any legal proceeding that has been or may be instituted against us and others;
our ability to meet future cash flow estimates to support our goodwill impairment testing;
the demand for existing and new products;
the success of our customers’ products, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry;
our ability to manage worldwide customer launches of complex technical products, particularly in developing markets;
difficulties in product development and uncertainties related to the timing or outcome of product development;
significant product liability claims; and
other risks associated with our operations.
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Although we believe that our forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that actual results, performance or achievements will not differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Please refer to Item 1A (Risk Factors) of Part I included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20212022 for additional risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results or other events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements.
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ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
A significant number of our operations are located outside of the United States. Because of this, movements in exchange rates may have a significant impact on the translation of the financial condition and results of operations of our subsidiaries. Our primary foreign exchange exposure is to the euro, but we also have foreign exchange exposure to the Chinese yuan, Brazilian real, Mexican peso, Swiss franc and other Asian, European and South American currencies. A strengtheningweakening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has a dilutivean additive translation effect on our financial condition and results of operations. Conversely, a weakeningstrengthening U.S. dollar relative to foreign currencies has an additivea dilutive translation effect on our financial condition and results of operations. Additionally, in some cases, we sell products denominated in a currency different from the currency in which the related costs are incurred. Any changes in exchange rates on such inter-country sales may impact our results of operations.
The table below provides information as of September 30, 20222023 about our forward currency exchange contracts. The majority of the contracts expire before the end of the fourth quarter of 2022.2023.
Buy/SellBuy/SellContract Amount
(in thousands)
Average
Contractual
Exchange Rate
Min / Max
Notional
Volumes
Buy/SellContract Amount
(in thousands)
Average
Contractual
Exchange Rate
Min / Max
Notional
Volumes
EUR / USDEUR / USD$15,109 1.0170 9,784 - 21,523EUR / USD$13,536 1.0879 13,535 - 30,321
EUR / BRLEUR / BRL10,437 5.5793 10,437 - 11,011EUR / BRL11,314 5.3288 11,314 - 12,050
EUR / CNY1,666 7.1966 1,666 - 2,750
CZK / EURCZK / EUR1,666 0.0401 1,666 - 7,092CZK / EUR5,829 0.0414 2,148 - 7,194
EUR / THBEUR / THB4,486 37.5751 4,486 - 4,663EUR / THB4,652 36.8238 4,652 - 4,964
MXN / USDMXN / USD4,000 0.0576 4,000 - 5,300
USD / EURUSD / EUR3,714 0.9157 1,837 - 3,714
USD / CNYUSD / CNY2,100 7.0552 2,100 - 2100
CHF / EURCHF / EUR5,503 1.0317 0 - 5,503CHF / EUR1,889 1.0427 478 - 1,889
MXN / USD3,700 0.0485 2,400 - 3,700
USD / CNY1,000 6.6671 1,000 - 1,400
EUR / CNYEUR / CNY1,585 7.5409 1,585 - 6,504
GBP / EURGBP / EUR959 1.1605 476 - 959
EUR / MXNEUR / MXN3,626 21.0721 2,037 - 3,626EUR / MXN845 18.5248 0 - 845
GBP / EUR363 1.1687 363 - 1,170
EUR / CHFEUR / CHF212 0.9642 0 - 212
USD / GBPUSD / GBP183 0.7756 76 - 183
CHF / USDCHF / USD163 1.1366 161 - 273
USD / CHFUSD / CHF93 0.8904 0 - 93
EUR / GBPEUR / GBP722 0.8701 0 - 722EUR / GBP53 0.8625  0 - 53
USD / EUR8,476 0.9999 708 - 11,116
CHF / USD153 1.0437 153 - 156
TotalTotal$56,907 Total$51,127 
As of September 30, 2022,2023, we have recorded the fair value of foreign currency forward exchange contracts of $0.2$0.4 million in prepaid and other and $0.9$0.3 million in accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. On July 6, 2022, we entered into a seven year USD/EUR fixed-to-fixed cross currency interest rate swap to effectively hedge the interest rate exposure relating to $203 million of the $400 million 3.60% Senior Notes due March 2032 which were issued by AptarGroup, Inc. on March 7, 2022. This USD/EUR swap agreement exchanged USD $203 million of fixed-rate 3.60% USD debt to €200 million of fixed-rate 2.5224% euroEUR debt. The fair value of this net investment hedge is $4.8$12.0 million reported in prepaidaccounts payable, accrued and other assetsliabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
DISCLOSURE CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Management has evaluated, with the participation of the chief executive officer and chief financial officer of the Company, the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as that term is defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) as of September 30, 2022.2023. Based on that evaluation, the chief executive officer and chief financial officer have concluded that these controls and procedures were effective as of such date.
CHANGES IN INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
During the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2022,2023, we implemented enterprise resource planning ("ERP")ERP systems at onethree operating facility.units. Consequently, the control environments have been modified at this locationthese locations to incorporate the controls contained within the new ERP systems. Except for the foregoing, no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rule 13a-15(f) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) occurred during our fiscal quarter ended September 30, 20222023 that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
RECENT SALES OF UNREGISTERED SECURITIES
Certain French employees are eligible to participate in the FCP Aptar Savings Plan (the “Plan”). An independent agent purchases shares of common stock available under the Plan for cash on the open market and we do not issue shares. We do not receive any proceeds from the purchase of common stock under the Plan. The agent under the Plan is BNP Paribas Fund Services. No underwriters are used under the Plan. All shares are sold in reliance upon the exemption from registration under the Securities Act of 1933 provided by Regulation S promulgated under that Act. During the quarter ended September 30, 2022,2023, the Plan purchased 4,447no shares of our common stock on behalf of the participants, and sold 11,324 shares of our common stock on behalf of the participants at an average price of $98.09,$105.73, for an aggregate amount of $0.4 million, and sold 6,569 shares of our common stock on behalf of the participants at an average price of $165.43, for an aggregate amount of $1.1$1.2 million. At September 30, 2022,2023, the Plan owned 123,253120,479 shares of our common stock.
ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
On April 18, 2019, we announced a share purchase authorization of up to $350 million of common stock. This authorization replaced previous authorizations and has no expiration date. We may repurchase shares through the open market, privately negotiated transactions or other programs, subject to market conditions.
During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022,2023, we repurchased approximately 18166 thousand shares for $19.2$8.3 million and 669318 thousand shares for $72.3$37.3 million, respectively. As of September 30, 2022,2023, there was $128.1$70.9 million of authorized share repurchases remaining under the existing authorization.
The following table summarizes our purchases of our securities for the quarter ended September 30, 2022:2023:
PeriodTotal Number Of Shares PurchasedAverage Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number Of Shares Purchased As Part Of Publicly Announced Plans Or ProgramsDollar Value Of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under The Plans Or Programs
(in millions)
7/1 - 7/31/22$— $147.3 
8/1 - 8/31/22111,000107.82 111,000135.3 
9/1 - 9/30/2270,000103.90 70,000128.1 
Total181,000$106.31 181,000$128.1 
PeriodTotal Number Of Shares PurchasedAverage Price Paid Per ShareTotal Number Of Shares Purchased As Part Of Publicly Announced Plans Or ProgramsDollar Value Of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under The Plans Or Programs
(in millions)
7/1 - 7/31/23$— $79.2 
8/1 - 8/31/2333,525125.02 33,52575.0 
9/1 - 9/30/2332,000127.23 32,00070.9 
Total65,525$126.10 65,525$70.9 

ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION
Rule 10b5-1 Plan Elections
During the three months ended September 30, 2023, no director or officer of the Company adopted, modified or terminated a “Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement” or “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement,” as each term is defined in Item 408 of Regulation S-K.
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
Exhibit 3.1
Exhibit 31.1
Exhibit 31.2
Exhibit 32.1
Exhibit 32.2
Exhibit 101
The following information from our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the third quarter of fiscal 2022,2023, filed with the SEC on October 28, 2022,26, 2023, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL): (i) the Cover Page, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income – Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income – Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, (iv) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets – September 30, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, (v) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity – Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 2021,2022, (vi) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Nine Months Ended September 30, 20222023 and 20212022 and (vii) the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
Exhibit 104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
AptarGroup, Inc.
(Registrant)
By/s/ ROBERT W. KUHN
Robert W. Kuhn
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Duly Authorized Officer and
Principal Accounting and Financial Officer)
Date: October 28, 202226, 2023

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