How are Retailers Using Paper Packaging?

Over recent years, many retailers have been moving towards more sustainable packaging options, such as paper packaging solutions.

You may be wondering, how are retailers using paper packaging? We’ve compiled a list of some fantastic examples of retailers who are driving the paper packaging movement.

Purely paper for premium tea

A premium tea retailer TeeGschwendner has upped its packaging game by introducing packaging made from renewable raw materials. Utilising Sappi Guard barrier paper for their newly developed pyramid teabags, there’s no need for additional coatings or laminations.

The innovative paper material directly responds to the demand for a reduction in plastic and foil packaging. We’ll raise a brew to that accomplishment!

Packaging isn’t a game to Hasbro

Since 2007, toy manufacturer Hasbro has strived to use sustainable and environmentally packaging solutions for its toy packaging. It has achieved 90% recycled or sustainably sourced paper for packaging and in-box content.

Not only is Hasbro fantastic at using paper packaging, but it’s also looking to use plant-based packaging for blister packs and plastic windows in product packaging.

Coffee, anyone?

An independent coffee chain based in London - Rosslyn Coffee - is not only serving its customers delicious coffee, but it is serving this in biodegradable, compostable and recyclable paper cups. This is a great way to get Londoners their caffeine doses and comply to strict recycling values.

Primark’s paper power Primark has been working on recycling for years, striving to use as much sustainable packaging in its stores as possible. It has been using the iconic, brown paper bags since all the way back in 2002.

If you’ve ever popped into Primark to pick up a bargain, then you’ll be familiar with these classic brown paper bags. They’re sturdy, stylish, recyclable AND re-usable. Way to go, Primark!

We’re looking forward to seeing many more big-name retailers embrace paper packaging into their packaging solutions in years to come.

Macfarlane Packaging Online has a comprehensive selection of paper packaging that is continuing to rise in demand as retailers are increasingly looking to extend their range of packaging options. Find our most popular paper packaging in our Retail packaging category where you will discover:

• Gift and Retail Boxes

Available in a wide range of sizes and shapes to suit products that require stylish packaging from moisturisers, perfumes, sunglasses and candles to name a few. Macfarlane Packaging Online also offers our customised print option for retailers to add their own branding to gift boxes to offer a fantastic branded experience.

• Paper Carrier Bags

Our paper carrier bags are strong and reliable and are used widely by gift retailers in combination with tissue paper to create something extra special. There’s a choice of white and kraft paper carrier bags with twist handles, along with loads of colour variations.

• Counter Bags

Classic paper bags with an air of nostalgia, created using strong kraft paper of exceptional quality. Perfect for a wide range of retailers from stationers, greetings card shops, sweet stores, greengrocers and more.

• Tissue Paper

An elegant addition to any gift packaging, retailers use tissue paper to provide an extra layer of protection for delicate products along with adding an extra flourish to a customer’s purchase. Tissue paper is also being increasingly used for gift wrapping and the plethora of colours allows retailers to select coloured tissue paper in tune with their branding.