Plastic Packaging

Millions upon millions of stored goods are transported and delivered worldwide in plastic packaging every day. After decades of wasteful single-use packaging, the Earth's ecosystems are sustaining toxic damage from plastic pollution. With eco-friendly plastic packaging, though, different industries and consumers worldwide can collectively help reduce and reverse the impact of plastic pollution.

Different plastic container packaging suppliers work with manufacturers to create sustainable packaging using recyclable or biodegradable plastic materials. It's not just the industry but other consumers and policymakers who would rather have environmentally-friendly plastic packaging for products than single-use plastic. There is a lot of excitement regarding eco-friendly plastic packaging containers, so read on further to learn more!

What Is Eco-Friendly Plastic Packaging?

Eco-friendly plastic packaging is a broad term used to categorize different products made of sustainable plastic materials. Although these plastic packaging products are available in various sizes, shapes, or colors, they are made with one of the following earth-friendly plastic materials:

Recyclable Plastics

Recyclable packaging includes standard plastic food packaging containers and plastic cosmetic packaging made out of the following types of plastics. Although there are other types of plastic material, these are the most recyclable:

• PET (polyethylene terephthalate): PET plastic packaging can be identified by the recycling symbol with the number 1 inside it. This type of plastic is used for food-grade plastic packaging for perishables.
• PE (polyethylene): PE plastic packaging is made of two recyclable plastics, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE). HDPE is symbolized by the recycling number 2, and LDPE has recycling number 4.
• PP (Polypropylene): PP plastic packaging is presented by a recycling logo with a number 5. PP plastic is also very durable and is used to make plastic food packaging containers and is highly reusable.

Recycling these plastic materials has a beneficial impact on the environment. Plastics take an extended amount of time to degrade and take up a lot of space in landfills. When plastic is collected and recycled, it requires less energy and fewer resources.

Biodegradable Plastic

Biodegradable plastic packaging is rising in demand thanks to being effective in reducing carbon emissions. Creating biodegradable plastic requires less energy than creating traditional plastics, reducing the amount of pollution released into the air.

Biodegradable products are made out of a combination of naturally-sourced glycerin, synthetic polymers, and plant-based materials. The resulting biodegradable plastic is used to create different types of plastic packaging containers and eating utensils.

Ocean Reclaimed Plastics

The Earth is primarily covered in water and, unfortunately, plastic can be found in the oceans and various rivers around the planet. Recycled ocean plastic packaging is created using the various plastics collected from the water sources and recycled into new products.

Using ocean reclaimed plastic packaging for products helps reduce the amount of plastic litter in oceans and is responsible for hurting or killing marine animals.

What Types Of Plastic Packaging Containers Are Available?

Green Earth is proud to offer different eco-plastic packaging to store and distribute your business's product securely. Studies show that consumers are seeking more and more products in eco-friendly plastic packaging and are willing to pay extra for them.

Eco-Friendly Plastic Containers

With different types of eco-friendly plastic containers, there is no limit to the number of products that can be stored inside these sustainable packages. Here is a look at the different types of plastic containers available:

• Pop-Top Containers: These child-resistant containers are instantly recognizable thanks to the 'pop' noise when opened. We have squeeze-top containers made out of recyclable PP plastic or biodegradable plastic. These eco-friendly containers are available in different sizes and colors.
• Push & Turn Reversible Cap Vials: With so many colors and sizes to choose from, these recyclable child-resistant push and turn reversible cap vials are a must-have for any business!
• Pinch-N-Flip Hinged Top Black Container: Made of biodegradable plastic, these hinged top black containers are also FDA-certified food safe. These containers are excellent choices for plastic food packaging.
• Straight-Sided 53/400 Plastic Jars: These plastic jars are not only recyclable, but they are reusable too. Different businesses seek these jars for reusable packaging because it helps to reduce waste and can result in their branding sitting in consumers’ homes for years.
• Push & Turn Large Wide Mouth Plastic Container Jar: We recommend these wide-mouth jars if you are looking for extra storage space when packaging your products.
• Press-N-Pull Slide Out Black Container: These press-n-pull slide-out black containers have a sleek design for storing products.
• Snap Box Hinged Lids Containers: We highly recommend the snap box hinged lid containers if you seek stylish plastic food packaging.
• Small Plastic Jars: Plenty of cosmetics can be stored inside these small plastic jars, such as creams, foundations, and more.
• Hinged Lid Slim Plastic Containers: Available in opaque black or transparent.
• Plastic Syringes: Recyclable plastic syringes are a hit with plastic pharmaceutical packaging for both humans and animals.

Eco-Friendly Tubes

If you seek sustainable packaging with sleek designs, then check out our collection of eco-friendly tubes.

• Biodegradable Plastic Pop-Top Squeeze Tubes
• Child-Resistant Recyclable Alignment White Ocean Plastic Tubes
• Push & Turn Recyclable Plastic Tubes with Caps
• Push & Turn Recyclable Plastic Tubes with Opaque Inserts
• Recyclable Plastic Pop-Top Squeeze Tubes
• Recyclable Plastic Conical Pop-Top Squeeze Tubes

These tubes are excellent choices for storing a wide range of products and are built to be durable during transportation too.

Eco-Friendly Lids

These caps are incredibly versatile. They are compatible with different kinds of jars, whether they are plastic or glass packaging containers. The majority of the lids are made with recyclable or ocean reclaimed plastic.

Where To Buy Plastic Packaging Wholesale?

Green Earth is the number one destination for purchasing wholesale plastic packaging. Green Earth seeks to help businesses looking for sustainable packaging solutions.

Available at reasonable prices, the different types of plastic packaging will help your product stand out against other competitors. The more plastic packaging in bulk you purchase, the more you may potentially save in costs.

We also have custom packaging available to elevate your packaged goods and help increase brand awareness for your business. Aside from plastic packaging, Green Earth has eco-friendly tin packaging and cardboard packaging available, as well.

Plastic Packaging: The Bottom Line

Help contribute to efforts to curb plastic pollution by using eco-friendly plastic packaging. Nature is beautiful and to keep it that way, individuals and businesses need to unite to reduce the impact of wasteful packaging.