At a Glance Bioplastics in food packaging seem eco-friendly, but they often need special composting facilities and don’t always meet shelf-life or performance needs. Conversion challenges exist, including cost premiums, supply uncertainty, and uncertain end-of-life effectiveness. Some bioplastics still rely on food crops, raising sustainability and ethical concerns. Brands benefit by fully vetting bioplastic claims, […]

At a Glance Packaging problems include damage, leakage, and poor shelf presence, driving increased returns and customer frustration. Retail readiness struggles like mis-sized packs and unclear labeling slow down restocking and complicate inventory. Sustainability inconsistencies, such as unclear recyclability claims, reduce customer trust. Cost pressures emerge from over-packaging and lack of material optimization, affecting profit […]

At a Glance Understanding sustainability guides smarter packaging decisions, considering environmental, social, and economic impacts together. True sustainability goes beyond recyclability, including design for reuse, reduced material, and supply chain ethics. Measuring impact is key, using metrics like carbon footprint, water usage, and waste generation. Collaboration and transparency — across suppliers, brands, and consumers — […]