If you're looking for sustainable food packaging, you know it's not as simple as switching to any eco-friendly option. Since food packaging needs to maintain quality, resist grease and leaks, and ensure food safety, your choice matters. Whether you're packing baked goods, takeout, or snacks, here are some of the best sustainable food packaging supplies—from glassine bags to eco-friendly stickers.
The Best Sustainable Food Packaging Options
1. Glassine Bags – For baked goods, sandwiches, and dry snacks
Glassine bags are a fantastic alternative to plastic packaging, plastic-based food pouches. They are:
- Plastic-free, grease-resistant, and compostable, making them an ideal choice for food packaging.
- Smooth and translucent, giving a natural and premium look.
- Perfect for cookies, pastries, and sandwiches, as they help maintain freshness.
You can read more about this on: Are glassine bags food safe?
Glassine Bags 5.6" x 8.6"
Measured at 5.6" x 8.6", perfect for packing a pair of socks or jewelry and other small accessories.
Made from wood pulps, they're smooth, slightly glossy paper bags that provide an eco-friendly alternative to plastic. Ideal for safely securing items before packaging and shipping.
Designed to fit seamlessly into our 6x9 mailers!
2. Cardboard Boxes – For takeout, meal kits, and premium-looking packaging
Cardboard remains one of the most versatile packaging solutions. It’s:
- Made from recyclable and biodegradable materials, reducing landfill waste.
- Customizable with water-based inks and paper labels, ensuring branding stays sustainable.
Available in various styles, including folding cartons, corrugated boxes, and kraft paperboard, offering durability and a natural aesthetic.
3. Paper Stickers – For branding and labeling food packaging
Stickers can help you (slighlty, depending on the product) seal your packages and add a touch of branding. It can also be used as giveaways!
Paper sticker options are:
- Fully recyclable and compostable, avoiding plastic lamination.
- Great for branding, ingredient labeling, and sealing food packaging without adding waste.
- Available in a variety of sizes and shapes, making them adaptable to different packaging needs.
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Make the Switch with Impack
If you’re looking for high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions like glassine bags and eco-friendly stickers, Impack has you covered. Browse our collection of small business packaging supplies designed to keep your food fresh while helping the planet. Get in touch today and take the first step toward more sustainable food packaging!
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