The Top 5 Eco Packaging Products
Have you thought about the packaging products your business is using and how eco-friendly they are? With high recycled content packaging and sustainability set be even more important factors for consumers deciding where to spend their money this year, it’s time to look for eco-friendly alternatives if you haven’t already.
1. Corrugated Boxes
Corrugated boxes are a staple eco packaging product, and the chances that your business is already using them are high. However, if you’re a new business, then you might be unaware of the eco-friendly and practical features of corrugated cardboard boxes. Double wall corrugated packaging products, for example, offer extra strength properties and durability, and are recommended for heavy items, stacking, bulk distribution and storage in warehouses.
Containing recycled content and being recyclable itself, a corrugated box is an eco-friendly staple for any business. However, the sustainable nature of this product does not mean you’re limited for choice, with printed options and die-cutting available!
We supply corrugated boxes in single wall, double wall and BDCM specifications, with a range of sizes available, from 102 x 102 x 102mm to 762 x 508 x 508.
2. Adhesive Tapes
Did you know that water activated tape can improve packaging efficiency by up to 21%, and increase the number of packages sealed in an hour by 16%? There is an entire range of adhesive tapes to choose from at Leyland Packaging, but if you’re look for a good place to start in 2023, why not take a look at our Kraft and water activated tape ranges? Eco-friendly and highly effective, these options securely close corrugated boxes, providing a tamper-evident seal. Additionally, our water activated tapes are 100% recyclable, with simply 1 strip providing a sufficient seal to your corrugated boxes, as opposed to several strips of plastic tape.
3. Bubble wrap
Despite being made of plastic, bubble wrap can also be eco-friendly! For example, our biodegradable bubble wrap will degrade in soil, and is therefore safe to include in landfill operations (we’d recommend to check with your waste disposal provider). Also note, that all of our standard bubble wraps are made with 30% recycled content, meaning that no plastic tax is incurred.
4. Void Filler
Have you ever tried our ECO FLO loose fill void filler? 100% biodegradable, compostable and dissolvable in water, this sustainable void filler made from maize starch is a great choice for 2023. What’s more, ECO FLO provides the same, high level protection as more traditional polystyrene products, while remaining cost effective and helping your business to achieve your sustainability targets. Stock up with our 425 litre bags today to ensure your goods are protected in transit.
5. Polythene Products
Plastic products tend to have a bad reputation, however did you know that eco-friendly polythene packaging products are available? Garment bags and mailing bags, for example, are all recyclable and you can check this by looking for the Code 5 PP triangle symbol. Whether you’re a business in the fashion industry, a re-packaging company, or looking to post papers, magazines or other small items, recyclable polythene bags are a fantastic option- just make sure they’re the recyclable kind!
At Leyland Packaging, we are committed to supplying businesses all over the UK with great quality, eco packaging products. If you’d like to find out more about what we can do to help your business in 2023, please get in contact with us today! Fill out a quick contact form, or call us on 01604 603600 or email at sales@leylandpackaging.co.uk.
