Let's start by defining sustainability and what makes packaging materials sustainable. Sustainability is essentially a natural, all-encompassing process or system that works by providing what is needed to be self-sufficient.

The corrugated industry has established a smooth process that is both economically and environmentally supportive.

What makes corrugated board so sustainable?

Corrugated fiberboard is a sustainable material used in the manufacture of shipping and packaging boxes. In this article, we'll cover six reasons why corrugated is the most sustainable packaging material and how it can be used with your products.

1) It's Cost-Effective

Corrugated is a cost-effective packaging solution that is still reliable enough to keep your products safe. This lightweight packaging can be custom designed to securely mount products while minimizing excess material waste. The material cost itself will remain low as the material is completely self-sufficient.

A responsible choice for packaging of any size, this material is strong but lightweight. Corrugated materials reduce freight and handling costs to minimize transportation and fuel usage costs.

2) Reduce waste

Corrugated packaging is easily customized to eliminate excess material waste. This material not only reduces upfront waste, but also reduces waste. It also reduces wasted material after use by being fully recyclable. The entire container can be easily broken down and reused or recycled.

While it minimizes the amount of material used, corrugated packaging is also completely reusable. This material is designed to be easily folded and reusable for multiple uses. Further reducing the cost of packaging and the environmental impact of this packaging material.

Corrugated is economical, sustainable and environmentally friendly, which is why it is the ideal choice for packaging.

3) Packaging Security

Corrugated board is made from corrugated cardboard with one or two sheets of hanging board, a strong and durable material that ensures safe and secure contents. There are many different types of corrugated materials that provide different levels of protection depending on the product and type of shipment.

It is a flexible material that can be flexibly adjusted to fit the product, effectively reducing excess space within the package to ensure your product does not shift or break during shipping. The material is malleable, yet still strong enough to protect the contents from the elements.

Corrugated packaging also protects your products from harmful bacteria supported by the material's cleanliness. Although it is highly recyclable, it is still the safest option for shipping and holding produce.

4) Versatile

This material can serve many different functions throughout the product's life, from packaging to shipping to displaying the product directly in retail stores. Throughout the process, corrugated can be used for any purpose, making it an efficient and consistent material choice.

Even after the product has been shipped, corrugated packaging can be used for storage purposes or security measures. This packaging material can be used for many different purposes, making the material sustainable.

5) Recyclable

The corrugated industry has the highest recycling rate of any packaging material in use today. In fact, the fibers of corrugated fiberboard can be recycled up to 25 times. This means that most corrugated boxes consist of 70 to 100 percent recycled material. 

As a highly recyclable material, corrugated is the environmentally friendly choice.

Although corrugated is highly recyclable, it relies on people to recycle it. It is also a biodegradable option that can be naturally absorbed into the environment, further supporting a healthy ecosystem.

6) Renewable

This packaging type consists primarily of trees and recycled materials that are renewable and self-sustaining. Made primarily from renewable forests, it makes the industry completely self-sufficient. This packaging can also be made from wood chips and leftover materials from various paper manufacturing processes.

The flexibility and sustainability of corrugated packaging ensures that it will be around for a while.

Manufacturers in the corrugated industry work hard every day to ensure that corrugated is the most sustainable packaging material on the market.

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Frequently asked questions

What is corrugated board?

Corrugated board is composed of "corrugated board", which contains rows of open columns within two or more layers of walls. The open-air columns make the paper stronger than ordinary cardboard, and the air acts as a cushion for any items in it. The ridges within the walls provide the strength and flexibility that is often needed in packaging.

What does corrugated mean?

In cardboard packaging, corrugation is the process of putting layers of paper together to form a structure strong enough for safe shipping/handling. The middle layer of paper is steamed and then pressed into a "wave" shape, creating a column of air between the outer layers. This creates a "flute". All three layers are then combined to create the shape of a box.