{"id":12782,"date":"2026-04-15T08:19:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T12:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=12782"},"modified":"2026-04-15T08:19:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T12:19:26","slug":"coram-cvs-specialty-shifts-to-paper-based-drug-packaging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=12782","title":{"rendered":"Coram CVS Specialty shifts to paper-based drug packaging"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Coram CVS Specialty Infusion Services (Coram) has started using a new paper-based packaging format for temperature-sensitive medicines, replacing expanded polystyrene (EPS) or styrofoam.<\/p>\n

The company said patients are already receiving medicines in recyclable packaging made primarily from paper.<\/p>\n

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The change is part of broader sustainability goals and is also intended to support patient care.<\/p>\n

According to Coram, the updated packaging had been tested against existing materials and showed stronger results in temperature control and durability.<\/p>\n

The company expects the switch to improve efficiency in operations, logistics and workflow while also making better use of storage space and cutting plastic use and waste.<\/p>\n

Coram supplies speciality infusion and nutrition therapies for patients with chronic and complex conditions.<\/p>\n

Previously, these medicines were commonly delivered in EPS coolers and other packaging that could be difficult for patients to handle, store, discard or recycle.<\/p>\n

Coram said the older materials may take years to decompose in landfill.<\/p>\n

The company added that the new format is smaller, easier to flatten, and can be recycled or composted.<\/p>\n

Much of the new system uses a \u201cnested box\u201d approach, allowing shipments to be combined into a single box.<\/p>\n

The company has introduced the packaging first at pharmacies in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, Malvern, Pennsylvania and San Diego.<\/p>\n

CVS Health chief sustainability officer and community impact vice-president Jenny McColloch said: \u201cBy replacing difficult-to-recycle materials with compostable and recyclable alternatives, we\u2019re reducing waste, improving the patient experience, and removing thousands of pounds of plastic each year \u2014 a win for both patients and the planet.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis packaging innovation reflects our commitment to embedding sustainability across our business and advancing our\u202fHealthy 2030 impact strategy.\u201d<\/p>\n

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