Consumers of the modern-day world are becoming more aware than ever about environmental consciousness in recent years. They are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products. Research studies show 80% of customers show a willingness to pay for products made from sustainable materials.
To attract eco-conscious customers, smart businesses are starting to adopt sustainable practices. Read this blog to get a better understanding of what is sustainable packaging and how you can leverage it to elevate your business!
What is Sustainable Packaging?
Sustainable packaging is a type of packaging that utilizes eco-friendly materials to pack, store, ship, or display products. There are different types of sustainable packaging, including compostable, recyclable, and biodegradable materials.
The most popular type of sustainable packaging is compostable. The best thing about compostable packaging is that it protects food products like regular packaging. It exhibits the properties and resilience of conventional materials but breaks down naturally in soil into beneficial organic compost.
What are Sustainable Packaging Materials?
Various types of sustainable packaging materials come under multiple categories. The four main categories include recyclable, biodegradable, compostable, and reusable. Let’s explore them:
Compostable and Biodegradable Materials
Both compostable and biodegradable materials decompose. However, compostable materials naturally break down into nutrient-rich soil (compost). Biodegradable materials break down into natural elements. The following materials come under the compostable and biodegradable categories:
- Bioplastics:Â Offer a compostable alternative to conventional plastics. Because they are derived from renewable resources like cornstarch, sugarcane, or potato starch.
- Mushroom Packaging:Â Serves as a renewable and compostable packaging solution, as it is made from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms.
Seaweed Packaging: Used as a binder for plant waste to create packaging from agar. Agar is a substance derived from seaweed.
