FMCG Packaging

EPL  announced a major conversion of a leading brand partner Vicco Labs to 100% recyclable packaging. Vicco labs and EPL have jointly worked to convert Vicco's 'Turmeric' range of products to recyclable Platina tubes.

Platina 250, 300 & 350 Lami tubes have been recognized by Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), USA as meeting or exceeding the strict APR HDPE critical guidance criteria on recyclability.

Both Vicco Labs and EPL teams have worked together to do the required testing and ensure quality protocols are met, before the products are launched in the market.

The landmark move from dual foil and cellulose to recyclable paper wrappers will see Quality Street remove almost 2.5 billion individual pieces of packaging material from its supply chain globally.

Developed by packaging experts at Nestlé's Confectionery Research and Development Center in York, UK, and the Swiss-based Nestlé Institute of Packaging Sciences, the transition to paper required extensive development in the engineering of new materials, coating technologies, printing techniques and the adaptation of existing equipment.

Durability, function, and structure are critical considerations for any packaging, but savvy consumers shop with eco-friendly expectations and an eye for design. As we move closer to 2023, these three innovative packaging design trends are gaining traction in the beauty market.

1. Minimalistic Design

With a well-established history in packaging solutions for cosmetics and with over 600 patents and 4’000 brush designs to its name, GEKA is a true trendsetter that delivers innovative solutions to wide spectrum of customers in the beauty industry.

“When it comes to applying skin care products, the main challenges that end-users face are hygiene, wastage and product longevity,” says Alexandre Daniellot, Global Sales Director at GEKA.

In the UK alone, more than 700,000 tonnes of polypropylene is used every year.

‘INEOS’ commitment to closing the loop on such a prolific polymer as food-grade PP would help to create a more circular economy, reduce CO2 emissions and create new materials for brand owners.’ – Professor Edward Kosior, Founder and CEO of Nextek Ltd and NEXTLOOPP

Because toothpaste is sensitive to oxygen and humidity, manufacturers traditionally produce tubes made from a combination of different plastics and a layer of aluminium, making the packaging not recycling-friendly and therefore not a sustainable solution.

Suntory Spirits Ltd. (Suntory) will be using the world's first 100% recycled aluminum can^*1 in its limited editions of The Premium Malt's CO2 Reduction Can (350ml, 5.5% ABV) and The Premium Malt's 〈Kaoru〉 Ale CO2 Reduction Can (350ml, 6% ABV) which will be available in stores nationwide in Japan from Tuesday, September 6^th in a limited amount.