{"id":3842,"date":"2024-11-18T05:22:25","date_gmt":"2024-11-18T10:22:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=3842"},"modified":"2024-11-18T05:22:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T10:22:25","slug":"union-cosmetic-embraces-sustainable-packaging-with-carton-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=3842","title":{"rendered":"Union Cosmetic embraces sustainable packaging with carton alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Elopak supported Union Cosmetic\u2019s transition with technical assistance, marketing, and design development. Credit: Sergei Kardashev \/ Shutterstock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Czech cosmetic products manufacturer Union Cosmetic has initiated a shift from plastic packaging to cartons with the D-PAK packaging cartons from Elopak<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s Twister brand, which includes washing gel and fabric softener, introduced this sustainable packaging switch in September 2024.<\/p>\n

The Twister products are now available in 1l cartons at major Czech retailers such as Globus, Norma, and Metro<\/a> cash and carry.<\/p>\n

Union Cosmetic managing director Vojt\u011bch Dubec said: \u201cThe fundamental difference between D-PAK cartons and conventional plastic packaging in our segment is its lighter weight and lower carbon footprint compared to plastics, aluminium or glass. Cartons are fully recyclable, made from wood pulp sourced from controlled forests and contain 86% less plastic than conventional packaging.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe see great potential in this new type of packaging. It is great for products such as washing gels, fabric softeners or liquid soap dispenser refills. We are firmly convinced that products packaged in this way will soon become an interesting alternative for consumers who strive to be more sustainable and protect the environment.\u201d<\/p>\n

This move is part of Union Cosmetic\u2019s broader strategy to offer consumers more sustainable everyday product choices, with plans to extend the carton packaging to liquid soaps and other brands.<\/p>\n

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