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Amcor increased the proportion of PCR plastic in the tubes to over 62%. Credit: Amcor\/PR Newswire. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Packaging solutions company Amcor has announced a notable decrease in plastic consumption through its partnership with skincare brand Bulldog.<\/p>\n

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Amcor successfully reduced the weight of the company\u2019s flexible tubes, achieving a 16.67% decrease in wall thickness.<\/p>\n

This adjustment pertains to the 50mm-diameter flexible tubes utilised for Bulldog\u2019s 100ml and 150ml offerings. The change is anticipated to result in savings of around 8.5 tonnes (t) of plastic each year.<\/p>\n

The reduction was facilitated by a close collaboration between Amcor and Bulldog, concentrating on enhancing the eco-friendliness of the products.<\/p>\n

Amcor undertook trials to ensure that the consumer experience was not compromised by the modifications.<\/p>\n

The revamped tube reportedly maintains high standards for squeezability, print quality, and leak resistance.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the new tube sleeve is compatible with existing caps and shoulders, ensuring an uninterrupted filling process.<\/p>\n

In addition to the weight reduction, Amcor has increased the proportion of post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in the tubes to over 62%.<\/p>\n

Amcor sales director Joe Horton said: \u201cThis latest iteration of the 100ml and 150ml flexible tubes is proof of both Bulldog\u2019s and Amcor\u2019s commitment to a circular society where more sustainable consumption and recycling are the norm.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy applying our technical expertise and working together, we have found an innovative way to develop an even more sustainable packaging solution.\u201d<\/p>\n

Bulldog has been using sugarcane from Amcor for its virgin material since 2017, further reducing its dependence on fossil fuels.<\/p>\n

Bulldog brand director James Barnes said: \u201cThe result of our continuing successful collaboration with Amcor is a consumer-facing product that has enhanced its sustainability credentials while still looking highly attractive.\u201d<\/p>\n

Earlier this month, Amcor\u2019s AmFiber Performance Paper was verified as<\/a> recyclable within Brazil\u2019s mixed-paper recycling stream.<\/p>\n

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