RUN THROUGH ON
SUSTAINABLE
PACKAGING
AGENDA
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
AVAILABLE SUSTAINABLE
SOLUTIONS
CERTIFICATIO
N
MYTHS, AMBIGUITY AND MISLEADING
INFORMATION
MOVING FORWARD
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
A) FLEXIBLES
B) FABRIC TOTES
FLEXIBLES
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
SINGLE & MULTILAYER
FLEXIBLES
Single Layer Pouch (Flexibles)
- Made of Single Layer
- Less expensive and easier to produce
- Lack of barrier and other performance properties
Multilayer Pouch (Flexibles)
- Made up of multiple layers of different materials
- Require lamination process
- Possess barrier protection, strength, and heat resistance. In the case of a Lay’s
potato chip bag, the aluminized layer on the inside provides a barrier to light, air, and
moisture, helping to keep the chips fresh for longer.
SINGLE & MULTILAYER FLEXIBLES
Single Layer (Monolayer) Bag
(CONT’D)
Slider Bag 100% Recycled PE
Adhesive Bag
Multi-Layer Lamination Bag
Coffee Pouch
Customized Standup Pouch
With Tin-Tie and
Shape Pouch with Hangtag
Degassing Valve
TYPES OF PRINTING
A) Flexo Printing
• Involves the use of flexible printing plates made of rubber or photopolymer
materials.
• A combination of relief printing and rotary letterpress.
How it Works
• The rubber (or photopolymer) plates mounted onto rotating cylinders, forming a
printing plate cylinder and an impression cylinder.
• The substrate (Mainly on paper surface) is fed into the printing press, and as it
passes through the press, ink is transferred from the plate cylinder to the material.
TYPES OF PRINTING (CONT’D)
B) Gravure Printing
• A type of intaglio printing, which involves engraving an image onto a cylindrical
printing plate.
• Highly automated and efficient, allowing for large-scale production with minimal
human intervention.
How it Works
• The engraved cylinder is partially immersed in an ink fountain. The excess ink is
removed by a doctor blade, leaving only ink in the engraved areas.
• As the cylinder rotates, it contacts with the substrate (eg. PET Film/ Matt OPP Film /
Paper), transferring the ink onto it and creating a detailed and vibrant image.
STEPS OF IDENTIFYING A FLEXIBLE
1 5
• QUOTING
• IDENTIFY WHETHER
AND
4
THE PACKAGING IS A
SINGLE LAYER OR
2 SAMPLING
MULTILAYER FLEXIBLE
• IDENTIFY THE
3 • PROVIDE CLIENTS
SIZE / THICKNESS SUGGESTION BASED ON
• PROVIDE PICTURES
AND TYPE OF THE REQUIREMENTS (EG.
OF THE BAG FOR
FLEXIBLE COST / SUSTAINABILITY)
IDENTIFYING THE
WITH NOTIFICATION OF
MATERIAL
MOQ
STEPS OF IDENTIFYING A FLEXIBLE
• QUOTING
5 AND
1
SAMPLING
• PROVIDE CLIENTS
4 SUGGESTION BASED ON
REQUIREMENTS (EG.
2 COST / SUSTAINABILITY)
WITH NOTIFICATION OF
3
MOQ
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
FABRIC TOTES
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
TYPES
OF
FABRIC
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
STRUCTURE
S
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
BAG EXAMPLES
STEPS OF IDENTIFYING A FABRIC/ TOTE
1 5
• QUOTING
• IDENTIFY THE TYPE
AND
4
OF MATERIAL FOR
MAIN BODY & SIZE OF
2 SAMPLING
THE BAG
• IDENTIFY THE
3 • PROVIDE CLIENTS
TYPES PRINTING SUGGESTION BASED ON
AND FINISHING • PROVIDE PICTURES REQUIREMENTS (EG.
OF THE BAG FOR COST / SUSTAINABILITY)
IDENTIFYING THE WITH NOTIFICATION OF
MATERIAL MOQ
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
AVAILABLE
SUSTAINABLE
SOLUTIONS
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
FLEXIBLE
S Pouch / Flexibles
Single Layer
- 100% Post Consumer Recycled PE (or CPE) Bag (Adhesive / Ziplock)
- Ecopure-extruded PE (or CPE) Bag
- Recycled Material Packaging (Selection of % of recycled content – eg.50%, 75%,100%)
- Green PE
- PVA Bags
- Plastic-less Flexibles
Multilayer Pouch (Flexibles)
- Recyclable Material (PE/PE) and PE/PE-EVOH
- Recycled Material (50% PCR PE/PE Packaging)
RECYCLABLE
A) PE/PE OPTIONS
- Mono-material for replacement of conventional flexible packaging on putting
accessories.
B) PE/PE-EVOH
- Excellent barrier properties against moinsture, hydrocarbon (lipids), excellent usage
and replacement of conventional food packaging
- Percentage of EVOH within 3-4% of packaging are recyclable-friendly (according to
EU RecyClass)
Both material after usage can be recyclable
RECYCLED
SOLUTIONS
A) MULTI-LAYER
B) SINGLE LAYER
FABRIC
TOTESFabrics
Using GRS-Certified
- PP Non-Woven and R-PET Non-Woven
- R-PET Polyester Material with different proportions of recycled content, thickness.
Using Recycled Cotton
- Recycled Cotton with different textures and thickness
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
CERTIFICATION
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
CHALLENG
ES
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
LACK OF EDUCATION AND AWARENESS AMONG CONSUMERS
- Confusion and misconceptions surrounding eco-friendly packaging, leading to
scepticism or resistance from consumers.
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
- Inconsistent regulations and standards can create challenges for companies
operating in multiple markets. Clear and harmonized guidelines can facilitate the
adoption of sustainable packaging practices on a broader scale.
COST
- Sustainable packaging materials and technologies often come at a higher cost, cost
disparity can be a barrier for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises
(SMEs), who may have limited budgets.
SUPPLY CHAIN COMPLEXITY
- Implementing sustainable packaging often involves multiple stakeholders in the
supply chain, including raw material suppliers, packaging manufacturers, brand
owners, retailers, and consumers. Coordinating and aligning the efforts of these
diverse actors can be complex, requiring collaboration, transparency, and
commitment to sustainability goals.
INFRASTRUCTURE
- Inconsistent regulations and standards related to sustainable packaging can create
challenges for companies operating in multiple markets. Clear and harmonized
guidelines can facilitate the adoption of sustainable packaging practices on a broader
scale.
TYPES OF
PLASTICS
MOVING
FORWARD
IN ORDER FOR PACKAGING TO BE
RECYCLABLE, IT HAS TO BE MONO-
MATERIAL
Opting For Eco-friendly Material
1
(Recycled/Recyclable/Reuse)
Public Education on proper disposal of waste &
2
packaging
Innovating solutions that adapts to recyclability, utilized
3 recycled material, minimizing virgin material content
and light-weighting
Alignment of same vision of emphasizing sustainable
4 packaging among packaging manufacturers, retailers,
consumers, and government bodies.
Adoption of sustainable packaging solutions is an
ongoing process that involves continuous
improvement and innovation
Take the first step moving forward is crucial
towards reducing impact of waste on climate
change and pollution.
Shift and execute before it’s too late, for our earth,
for our future generations.
