What are the benefits of plastic packaging?

Over the last decade, the beauty and cosmetics industry has become highly We are on the move all the time. Packaging has become part of our daily lives from cosmetic containers, to food packaging, from medicine to building materials. For a little over 100 years, plastic packaging has become the mainstay due to a variety of factors. 

So why, even today, does plastic packaging stand up against other materials such as paper, glass and metal?

At CJK, we provide premium plastic packing to a range of different businesses across the world. In this article, we will be discussing the role of plastic packaging and the different benefits it can bring to your business or lifestyle. 

• Advantages of plastic packaging
• How does plastic packaging fit into the sustainability conversation?
• Industries that benefit from plastic packaging 
• Innovation
• Recycling and reusability
• The most innovative plastic products of 2024
• Conclusion

Advantages of plastic packaging

Plastic has a number of advantages to it, which combined, make it an almost unbeatable option for your storage and packaging solutions: 

• Durability: It is unlikely to break in transportation or when moved about. 
• Safety: It is shatterproof and when it does break, it doesn’t cause injury in the same way shattered glass can.
• Hygiene: It can be filled and sealed without contamination. It is also used in medical devices as it does not break down or cause harm in medical procedures. 
• Security: Tamper evident and child resistant lids allow for goods to be contained easily and for ease in telling if something is new or used.
• Lightweight: Low weight, high strength plastic makes it easy to lift by consumers and in the supply chain. 
• Design freedom: It is very easy to customise and create a bespoke look with plastic packaging allowing designers the ability to create standout products that are quickly identifiable. 

How does plastic packaging fit into the sustainability conversation?

Transportation of goods is a significant factor in measuring the environmental impact of a product. Plastic is lightweight and compact so it is easier to transport than something heavier, bulkier and more fragile like glass. With less breakage, lower weight and good longevity, plastic packaging can be a great cost-effective packaging option. 

Plastic is long lasting, impermeable and can be airtight so prolongs the life of its contents by keeping bacteria off it. This is especially helpful in the medical, health and food worlds to reduce waste. 

Industries that benefit from plastic packaging 

We have already explored the versatility of plastic packaging and so it’s easy to see why many industries benefit from its properties. 

In healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, plastic packaging allows for easy transportation, limited contamination of products and infinite branding options. These tamper evident pots are perfect for capsules and tablets. 

Similarly in the food and drink industry, brands can easily differentiate themselves using plastic containers, as well as plastic packaging prolonging the shelf life of lots of produce. We have a wide range of drink bottles for you to choose the perfect container for your latest project. 

Chemical industries transport and store volatile or potent liquids in plastic containers because the layers of plastic are not broken down easily. The contents can maintain their efficacy or concentration whilst also being safe for someone to move or carry them.

Top Tip: Looking for products to store your hazardous goods: check out our range here. 

Innovation

Since the first use of plastic as we know it in the 1850s, we have seen countless iterations of this dominant material. As we look now to increase sustainability and reduce the impact of this mainstream material, fully recyclable and thoughtful products are coming into circulation. Items such as our PCR jerrycans still provide the same benefits of storing items for a long period of time, durable and lightweight whilst reusing rather than producing plastic are only the beginning. Our cold compostable PLA cups are plant based and break down much quicker than other plastics. 

Recycling and reusability

Almost all of our stock can be recycled. Whether it’s HDPE or PET, these can be categorised and recycled through most schemes in the UK. We recommend that our products be reused where possible and can supply new caps for those that rely on tamper evident closures for their products.  

Top Tip: Looking for sustainable plastic packaging for your business, view all of our recycled products here. 

The most innovative plastic products of 2024

• Plastic sauce bottles: 
• Square Plastic Juice and Smoothie Bottle PET: 
• Clear Round Screw Top Jar: 
• PET Plastic Suction Preserve Jars: 
• 1 Litre Tall Clear Screw Top PET Jar:  
• Recycled Plastic Containers (PCR):
• PLA Compostable Cold Cups: 

Conclusion

Whilst it is clear that the durability of plastic can cause issues in terms of disposal and recycling, its durability also keeps other products fit for purpose for longer from medicine to food to chemicals needed for processes all over the globe. With responsible purchasing and working toward fully recyclable products, plastic packaging is still dominant in the market and can provide the most appropriate solutions for our customers. 

We hope you have found this article useful. If you are looking for plastic packaging, visit our products section on the website to see the full range. 

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