Food packaging today is so much more than just protecting the individual product. It is true that the most important function, from the moment of packaging throughout transport, storage and retail, is to ensure that the contents arrive in private households in one piece. But design and material also have a large influence on buying decisions, because more and more people want food that comes in a more sustainable package.

SunDance USA says its paper pouch packaging is 100% recyclable, biodegradable and compostable.

Outshine, a brand known for its frozen fruit bars, is launching new Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie Pouches, the company’s first shelf-stable, take-anywhere snack.

KANHA AND BUDDIES, two award-winning cannabis brands, joined forces to deliver their first Liquid Diamonds live resin gummies. This is the first in an ongoing series of limited-edition products that reflects consumer demand for experiencing the natural effects of the flower in edibles. 

Amcor Flexibles North America has debuted AmPrima PE Plus. The recycle ready solutions provide brand owners with innovative packaging that supports recyclability in categories that have been historically challenging.

Heat seal coating specialist Sappi Rockwell Solutions has launched a recyclable, lightweight, heat seal lidding film designed for the fresh produce market.

To address the issue of full recyclability of pouches, the three companies have jointly developed a turnkey solution that not only enables 100% recyclability of hot-fill pouches with its new mono-polymer structure but also the spout caps, thus, bringing many ecologically responsible brands closer to reaching their sustainability goals.