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Reusable, Recyclable & Refillable – Both Environmentally & Consumer Friendly!
Packaging that work with the environment - sustainable, reusable and recyclable - is increasingly what consumers are wanting to use as we each recognise the impact of our actions on our environment. Lifestyle packaging takes a look at some of the choices available for fillers and manufacturers.
Reusable, recyclable, and refillable; these are words that we are going to be seeing more and more of over the coming months. There is no denying that sustainable and eco-friendly solutions have been becoming more prominent, yet the COVID-19 situation is only going to heighten this. From personal care items to cleaning products and food, these are all industries that are going to be impacted by the emphasis on sustainable packaging options.
Reasons for making the switch to eco-friendly packaging
There is no denying the benefits that are associated with sustainable packaging. There are also monetary benefits in place for any business that moves in this direction, due to the economies of scale and the back-end efficiency gains. And the good news does not end there! It has been proven that sustainably packaged products are likely to sell more. This is important at all times, but especially during the current situation whereby businesses are trying to recover from the pandemic.
Materials – a wealth of options
There are a number of different materials that can be used to ensure that packaging is as sustainable as possible. This includes card, Biopac plastic, aluminium, and glass. Therefore, suitable containers & dispensers are available for the full range of products.
Reusable, recyclable, and refillable may soon be a requirement legally, so get ahead of the curve
It is also worth pointing out that we are soon going to see the day whereby the regulations will mean that you have no choice but to use sustainable packaging. Therefore, it is certainly better to make these changes now, rather than waiting until you have no choice but to do so. By doing it now on your own terms, you will be able to implement new packaging seamlessly and in a cost-effective manner, rather than having to rush it.
Switching to sustainable packaging at your business
There are a number of different ways that you can go about introducing eco-friendly packaging to your business. For companies that are already in existence and not just starting out, it is about developing the path that you are on. It is important to make sure that you team up with a company that is trustworthy and reliable. After all, you need to know where their packaging has been sourced to ensure that it is appropriate for your business use.
Tablets work well in glass jars, consider Snappd for single-dose requirements. Where plastic is the best option for the properties such as light and flexible packaging, try Bio-packaging for an option that will biodegrade quickly to ensure it is not a danger to our environment.
To conclude, there is no denying that the world was already on a path to using reusable, recyclable, and refillable solutions. However, COVID-19 has caused us all to speed up on this journey, as more emphasis is being placed on hygiene and sustainability. This is something that all businesses are going to need to consider over the coming months to make sure that they are catering to this demand.
