-- Globe Packaging, a UK-based packaging supplier established in 2008, released the buying guide as part of a B2B consumer education drive for e-commerce procurement managers. The guide lists sustainable void fill packaging options that protect products from damage and comply with UK environmental regulations.
More information is available at https://www.globepackaging.co.uk/learning/eco-friendly-void-fill-packaging-best-options-where-to-buy
UK packaging waste designer responsibilities require that packaging meet minimum weight and volume standards necessary for product safety and hygiene. Materials must not exceed heavy metal concentration limits of 100 parts per million for cadmium, mercury, lead, and hexavalent chromium. Recyclable packaging must be designed so that a specific percentage of materials is recyclable, while biodegradable packaging intended for composting must meet standards such as the European standard EN 13432 for industrial composting. In the UK, compostable plastic packaging is often treated as non-recyclable in waste streams to prevent contamination, potentially incurring higher Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees.
As such, Globe Packaging offers three core sustainable void fill solutions that address these compliance demands. Biodegradable packing peanuts, such as Ecoflo, are made from starch and provide a 100% compostable alternative to traditional polystyrene. These peanuts dissolve in water and break down naturally without leaving residues. Paper void fill systems, including the Speedman box system, utilise 100% recycled paper to deliver protection for goods during transit while supporting circular economy principles. Globe Packaging's paper products align with UK regulations mandating that recyclable packaging be designed with a required percentage of recyclable materials. Lastly, recyclable air cushion systems, such as Opus Bio, are manufactured from plant-based materials and reduce shipping weight, which lowers fuel consumption and the associated carbon footprint of logistics operations.
The biodegradable packing peanuts carry 'biodegradable' status, and meet environmental performance metrics without leaving toxic residues in soil or water. Air cushion systems contribute to sustainability by minimising package weight, which reduces transportation emissions and supports broader environmental goals.
The buying guide provides a framework that helps procurement managers select void fill based on product protection needs, environmental objectives, and regulatory obligations. It covers shipping scenarios, fragility levels, and business sustainability targets. By outlining trade-offs between protection performance, sustainability credentials, and cost, Globe Packaging helps e-commerce businesses to align packaging choices with operational realities and compliance mandates.
For more information, visit https://www.globepackaging.co.uk/
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