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Paper based packaging as an alternative to plastic.

Date: Mon 4th September 2023

Can you offer an alternative?

Walker multipack of crisps in a plastic bagWalker multi pack of crisps in a box Consumers are increasingly becoming aware of the packaging and containers used for their products. Take a stroll down the crisp aisle in any supermarket and witness how Walkers, a leading crisp company, is embracing the growing demand for more sustainable choices. At one end of the aisle, you'll spot a multi-pack of crisps in a plastic bag, while at the other end, you'll find a multi-pack enclosed in a corrugated box. Have you considered experimenting with paper packaging for your products instead of plastic?

 

 

Have you considered every element of your packaging?

3 bottles that are labeled White PP White PE and 50 percent post consumer recycled plasticAre you considering every aspect of your packaging when it comes to reducing plastic waste? Labels are a crucial part of packaging and are taken into account in the overall weight when considering the plastic packaging tax. When one of our valued customers approached us with the goal of minimising the use of virgin plastic in their labels, we went above and beyond to assist them. We successfully found a new label material that reduces the amount of virgin plastic utilised and serves as an exceptional alternative to traditional white PP/PE labels. This innovative material is composed of 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, making it an environmentally conscious choice.

 

 

83% of paper & card packaging is recycled in the EU*

Paper and cardboard is the most recycled packaging material in Europe. In 2018, 82.9% of all paper and cardboard was recycled, outperforming metallic packaging (80.1%), glass packaging (74.7%) and far exceeding that of plastic packaging (41.8%). Read more on the Two Sides website.

 

Sustainable options

Discover the range of sustainable solutions at Delga that can transform your choice of materials, the printing process, and finishing options. Get in touch with us to explore our FSC-certified paper and card, carbon-neutral HP Indigo Presses, and our innovative Scodix embellishment service, which not only enhances your packaging but also reduces water consumption by 80% and decreases emissions and energy usage by 85% compared to traditional methods.

 

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