Eco-Friendly Shipping Supplies and Steps to Choose the Right Company

Packaging is one of the most overlooked, yet important aspects of marketing, and if you are in the business of e-commerce, then the significance of packaging instantly increases tenfold. Today, going green won’t make you stand out in the business world. Rather it’s a necessity, and many companies have stood tall offering sustainable and eco-friendly supplies, and have consequently gathered attention.

With so much awareness regarding sustainable packaging, what would it tell you about the ethics of a company if they still send you a parcel wrapped in air pillows, bubble wrap and Styrofoam? Though these materials are effective, they pose a serious threat to the planet and thus the transition to eco-friendly supplies is accelerating in the packaging world.

What are eco-friendly shipping supplies?

Sustainable packaging or eco-friendly shipping supplies should meet the following criteria:

●       Beneficial, safe and healthy for the individuals and communities throughout its lifecycle

●       Sourced, manufactured and transported using renewable energy

●       Meet both performance and cost criteria

●       Optimal use of recycled or renewable source materials

●       Manufactured from material which remains healthy throughout the lifecycle and clean production technology is used in the process.

Using eco-friendly shipping supplies can help with:

●       Increasing brand loyalty and enhancing the customer base

●       Lowering the shipping costs

●       Minimising waste and reducing the packaging material used

How to choose the right company?

Any company which blows their own trumpet claiming to use eco-friendly shipping supplies might not necessarily be one that you can blindly depend on. So, you should do your own research before making any final decisions. When choosing the right company keep the following points in mind;

●       Is it using 100% recyclable materials and supplies?

●       Are these supplies biodegradable and renewable?

●       Does the company have a certification internationally accredited organisations?

●       Is the company using paper-based cushion materials for filling any empty space?

●       Does the company support the initiatives of others to go green?

Eco-friendly shipping supplies will help in reducing the amount of waste that goes to landfill and oceans. By choosing the right company you will do your bit in contributing to the planet. Contact Corrugated Case Company at 0800 019 7311 for sourcing premium and eco-friendly shipping supplies.