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Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) is the process of altering the genes to produce plants, animals, and micro-organisms with specific qualities. We reference non-GMO in relation to the PLA film used in our products, which is manufactured using lactic acid produced from non-GMO sugarcane. Our customers prefer products produced from non-GMO raw materials.
The Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) is a framework under the UK packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) legislation that assesses the recyclability of packaging materials. It assesses material composition against the following criteria:
- Collection
- Sortation
- Application
- Reprocessing
In addition, it assigns a further red, amber, or green (RAG) sub-category to each product.
- Red: difficult to recycle at scale
- Amber: some challenges during collection and sortation, requires specialist infrastructure for reprocesses, or other issues
- Green: widely recyclable in current infrastructure
We are ready and able to help you with any queries on the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) and packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR). We are able to provide RAM assessments for all the products we sell and can help you to understand the details of the material categories.
Our reference to ‘compostable materials’ means that the materials utilised to make the relevant product are certified to the EN 13432 standard and are suitable for composting in industrial composting facilities.
Find out more on our compostable food packaging page.
Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) is a new packaging reform in the UK that seeks to reduce the environmental impact of packaging and increase recycling rates.
It aims to do this by incentivising producers to only place recyclable packaging materials on the market. It assigns 100% of the financial responsibility to one producer in the supply chain. Organisations are classified under pEPR depending on the activity they perform in the supply chain, their turnover, and the amount of packaging they place on the market.
As part of the PackUK Interim Steering Group, we are well placed to support our customers in interpreting their packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) obligations. We can help to guide you through your responsibilities and support your compliance, please contact us for additional information.
For trade customers, the usual assortment of payment methods is available. Payment for samples can be made by credit card.
We follow the UK Government’s Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) to assess the level of recyclability of our packaging, as the UK introduces Red, Amber and Green (RAG) ratings for all packaging products.
Each category considers various obstacles that impact a product’s ability to be recycled in the UK, such as collection rates, product composition, and material specifications.
In the UK we follow the guidelines issued by On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) to produce the recyclability labels that we print on our packaging. This helps consumers to make informed decisions when disposing of food packaging after use.
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Cardboard is one of the most efficient materials to recycle. A 2022 study by Graz University of Technology estimated that cartonboard fibres can be recycled at least 25 times*.
Carboard recycling has multiple benefits:
- Significantly reduces the volume of waste sent to landfill and incineration
- Reduces carbon emissions that would otherwise be produced from converting virgin fibre into new sheets
- Keeps valuable resources in circulation by yielding fibres that can be made into new products
- Plays a role in promoting a circular economy
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*Source: ProCarton
Our stock items are available to order immediately and will be delivered in accordance with standard shipping times once an order has been placed (typically 3 days in the UK).
The lead time of our bespoke food packaging varies by product and material. Please contact your account manager or our sales team for further information.
Our buying process is dependent on order quantities. We supply most of our customers through our extensive network of distributors. For larger opportunities, we can look to work on a direct basis with you. Please contact our sales team for details.
We supply most of our customers through our extensive network of distributors. For larger opportunities, we can look to work on a direct basis with you. Please contact our sales team for details.
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