Label Peeling off is a common packaging problem that can affect product appearance, brand reputation, and packaging quality.Whether you are dealing with labels lifting at the edges, losing adhesion after application, or peeling off during storage and transportation, identifying the root cause is an important thing to do first.In this article, we explore the science …
Wash-off label technology is one of the most important innovations in sustainable packaging because it reduces waste and increases recycling quality and output.Traditional labels often remain attached to packaging material during recycling, which later on contaminate the recycling stream and reduces the quality of recycled material.Wash-off labels are designed to separate easily from the containers …
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Is glass biodegradable? No, conventional glass is not biodegradable. Unlike organic materials, glass cannot be broken down naturally by microorganisms such as bacteria or fungi. In glass, there is nothing to consume by living organism. So, glass is not biodegradable.So does that mean glass is environmentally harmful? Not necessarily. Its 100% recyclability, chemical stability and …
Yes, aluminum foil is recyclable and can be recycled multiple times without losing its original quality, strength or barrier properties. But contamination and lack of awareness keep most of the aluminum foil out of the recycling stream. Aluminum is one of the most valuable materials in modern packaging because of its inherent properties, like inertness, …
Use of PCR plastic in pharmaceutical packaging is becoming an important step towards a circular economy.The answer is yes, you can use PCR plastic in pharma, but only as a secondary and tertiary packaging materials. In pharmaceuticals, safety comes first. Medicines are sensitive and any packaging material that directly touches the drug must be in …
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Sustainable pet food packaging replaces traditional non-biodegradable plastics with recyclable mono-materials, compostable films and post-consumer recycled (PCR) content to reduce environmental impact.This shift is driven by a powerful combination of growing environmental concerns, rising consumer awareness and strict global regulations such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).Today’s consumers are not just buying …
Sustainable graphic design is often overlooked when we talk about sustainable packaging.Most of the people only think about sustainable materials like biodegradable and compostable ones. Yes, selecting proper materials is important, but they are not everything to achieve sustainability.Role of sustainable graphic design on packaging is often ignored, like the colours, typography, imagery, layout and …
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PFAS free food packaging materials are becoming one of the most important topics in food safety and sustainability today.Many of us choose paper packaging because it is safer than plastic—but what if the paper is treated with harmful chemicals?Understanding what goes into food packaging is the first step toward protecting our health and the environment. …
Climate change and global warming have accelerated rapidly in recent decades and one of the major reasons is our fast paced industrialization. As industries grow, they consume more natural resources, generate more waste and put greater pressure on the mother earth. Packaging, which often goes unnoticed in our daily life, has become a significant contributor …
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Packaging plays a very important role in our daily life. From food and beverages to medicines, cosmetics and household products, packaging protects products, increases shelf life and makes transportation easy. However, once the product is used, the packaging often becomes waste. Most of this waste, especially plastic packaging, ends up in landfills, open dumps, rivers …