{"id":6583,"date":"2021-04-02T09:23:03","date_gmt":"2021-04-02T01:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dollarsandsense.sg\/business\/?p=6583"},"modified":"2021-05-12T17:31:09","modified_gmt":"2021-05-12T09:31:09","slug":"eco-friendly-packaging-suppliers-fb-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dollarsandsense.sg\/business\/eco-friendly-packaging-suppliers-fb-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Eco-Friendly Packaging Suppliers That F&B Owners Can Purchase From To Build A More Sustainable Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

According to NEA, packaging waste makes up about 1\/3 of domestic waste<\/a><\/strong> disposed of in Singapore<\/a>, amounting to more than 0.5 million tonnes in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a heavy reliance on packaging, and the growing trend of food delivery services, drastically eradicating packaging waste will be a difficult task for many F&B business owners. To play your part in supporting the environment and build a more sustainable business, F&B owners can consider sourcing sustainable packaging solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read Also: <\/em><\/strong>5 Ways Companies Can Go Green (And Be Part Of The Singapore Green Plan 2030)<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 5 eco-friendly packaging suppliers that F&B owners can consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#1 BioPak<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Source: BioPak<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

As the first packaging company to become carbon neutral in Australia and New Zealand, BioPak prides themselves in offering the most sustainable and innovative packaging<\/a> on the market. From cutleries to napkins to bags, BioPak provides a variety of sustainable packaging solutions that cater to the diverse needs of an F&B business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This eco-friendly supplier also offers custom packaging<\/strong> to enable businesses to own brand visibility on their packaging, while demonstrating that they are an environmentally responsible establishment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 Eco U<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Source: Eco U<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

From birch wood cutlery to sugarcane bagasse tableware, Eco U provides a wide and unique range of biodegradable plant-based products that decompose about 2-3 times faster<\/strong> than starch-based products (which itself is already a sustainable packaging solution). For instance, Eco U\u2019s sugarcane tableware takes about 3 months to decompose compared to 9 months for starch-based products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Source: Eco U<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Eco U also offers customisation services for brands to build brand awareness and set their business apart from the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from making direct purchases from its website<\/a>, F&B business owners who are keen to purchase from Eco U can also consult their team on their business needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read Also: <\/em><\/strong>Home-Based Businesses During Circuit Breaker: Here\u2019s What Is Allowed Before & After 12 May 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 HappyPackSG<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Source: HappyPackSG<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Local packaging retailer HappyPackSG guarantees the lowest prices in the industry<\/a>. This is a great incentive for businesses that are looking to purchase eco-friendly packaging in bulk at a low cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From edible rice straws to cutlery made from corn starch to paper dessert boxes, HappyPackSG provides an extensive range of sustainable packaging<\/a> that caters to different business needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 Detpak<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Source: Detpak<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Boasting a clientele of market-leading brands including McDonald\u2019s, Starbucks and Burger King, Australian company Detpak is committed to designing, manufacturing, and supplying the foodservice industry with world-class paper and cardboard packaging products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides offering a range of sustainable packaging<\/a> that are produced from ethically sourced materials, Detpak also offers their clients with the choice of customised packaging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5 Pouch.eco<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Source: Pouch.eco<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

F&B business owners who require the use of pouches in their daily operations can consider purchasing from Pouch.eco. The Hong Kong based firm offers a suite of 100% compostable elegant pouches<\/a> that are made from FDA certified material and produced at manufacturing sites that are HACCP & BRC certified to ensure food safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pouch.eco provides international shipping so businesses in Singapore can also get their hands on these sustainable pouches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Else Should Businesses Take Note Of When Purchasing From Eco-Friendly Suppliers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Here are 3 other things F&B businesses should note when making a purchase from an eco-friendly supplier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Most packaging suppliers, whether they are eco-friendly solutions or not, typically require a minimum quantity order (usually in cartons)<\/li>
  2. Sustainable packaging usually costs slightly more than non-sustainable packaging (eg, plastics)<\/li>
  3. Majority of packaging suppliers will also offer customised solutions for F&B businesses that prefer to own the branding on their packaging<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Building a Sustainable Future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Be part of the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and achieve your business\u2019 sustainability goals. 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