Are you nervous about the added costs of sustainable packaging? Is it worth investing in eco-friendly alternatives?
We have good news for you! As more businesses switch to environmentally friendly packaging, it is becoming more and more affordable. What’s more, the reduced waste and increased customer loyalty are bound to be worthwhile, helping you stay ahead of regulations and market demands.
In this article, we outline the prices of sustainable packaging alternatives. We also discuss the various considerations so you can make an informed decision about whether sustainable packaging is the right choice for your company, both environmentally and logistically.
What is Sustainability?
Sustainability is about introducing practices that can be sustained well into the future, meaning they must be environmentally, socially, and economically responsible. To be considered sustainable, a product must meet all three of these criteria.
In terms of e-commerce packaging, that means you need eco-friendly products, aligned with your community, and cost-effective.
How much does eco-friendly packaging cost?
At Primepac, we often have customers asking about the extra expense of eco-friendly packaging products. While some sustainable products will cost more, many are actually more cost-effective. Before we discuss the prices of our sustainable products, let’s break down some key considerations.
Upfront costs
In some cases, sustainable packaging will come at a higher purchase price compared to plastic packaging. However, this is beginning to change as more sustainable innovations are developed and becoming more readily available. Over time, you can expect these options to be more cost-effective.
Paper packaging
As customers demand more sustainable alternatives to plastic, paper products of all shapes and sizes are becoming more mainstream and more affordable. Common examples include kraft paper, paper protectives, corrugated cardboard, paper tape, paper bags, and more.
Customer retention
Looking ahead, you can expect more and more consumers to choose brands that package their products sustainably. As this trend continues, investing more in sustainable packaging items will pay off in repeat purchases and customer loyalty.
Keeping up with packaging regulations
As the government tightens the reins on plastic, it pays to be proactive to stay ahead to avoid any expensive changes in your processes. If your current packaging relies on plastic and other harmful materials, we recommend making a few switches to avoid having to do it all at once when new regulations are introduced.
Packaging samples
If you want to make the switch to more sustainable alternatives, you can also trial them in your operations to ensure you find the right solution. This allows you to use each product with your products and warehousing operations and make adjustments to your order as needed. When you’re happy with the product, you can order a bulk amount.
For more information or to order your packaging samples, contact our team today.
Ordering in bulk
If you are concerned about the prices of sustainable packaging, we recommend ordering in bulk amounts. This can drive unit costs down and help to offset any increased costs over time.
Prices for sustainable packaging NZ
We’ve seen a dramatic shift in customer demand, leading more companies to choose sustainable packaging products. To keep up, we recommend assessing the environmental impact of your current packaging and making proactive adjustments.
Sustainable boxes and cartons
Our stock cartons are available in a wide range of sizes and shapes and are 100% recyclable. If you want to eliminate the need for packaging tape and glue, our innovative fishtail boxes have a simple self-locking action.
- Stock cartons — from $0.42
- Fishtail cartons — from $1.38
- Diecut cartons — from $1.24
Browse the full range of cartons and boxes >>
Sustainable courier bags
Our courier bags and mailers are a lightweight option for smaller orders. While they are typically made of plastic, we have a range of sustainable mailers that are cost-effective, easy to store, and come with built-in protection, including:
- Padded kraft mailers — from $100.29 per 65
- Paper courier bags — from $86.91 per 100
- Eco-compostable courier bags — from $12.13 per 25
- Compostable courier bags — from $65.42 per 100
- Cushioned paper courier bags — from $164.27 per 90
Browse our full range of doculopes, mailers, and courier bags >>
Sustainable protective packaging
Protective packaging solutions help to keep orders safe during warehousing, dispatch, and delivery. We recommend investing in the following:
- Bubble wrap — starting from $29.74 per roll
- Loose fill or pop starch — starting from $143.23
- Corrugated cardboard — starting from $34.22 per roll
Browse our full range of protective packaging >>
Sustainable packaging tape
When choosing the right packing tape, we recommend a strong adhesive, tear resistance, and the ability to add custom printing. Our sustainable tape includes:
- Recyclable PET tape — from $10.96
- Gummed paper tape — from $4.83 per roll
- Cellulose tape — from $25.84 per roll
- Paper packaging tape — from $7.90 per roll
- Custom printed tape — from $4.25 per roll
Browse our full range of packaging tape >>
Sustainable disposable gloves
When choosing the right gloves, we recommend a tear resistance, and the ability to add custom printing. If you need gloves for food packaging or hygiene purposes, we recommend using our disposable latex gloves, starting from $13.90 as they are natural and biodegradable. We also supply nitrile gloves from $10.00 and vinyl gloves from $8.90.
Browse our range of disposable gloves >>
Sustainable packaging NZ
Are you ready to shift to a more sustainable packaging process? Our team is here to make your transition as easy and stress-free as possible. Download our catalogue to browse the full range of sustainable packaging supplies.
