{"id":8528,"date":"2025-07-31T06:00:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T10:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=8528"},"modified":"2025-07-31T06:00:18","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T10:00:18","slug":"clean-cult-and-whole-foods-market-partner-on-eco-friendly-packaging-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=8528","title":{"rendered":"Clean Cult and Whole Foods Market partner on eco-friendly packaging solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n<figure class=\"article-image__container\">\n                                    <picture><source media=\"(min-width: 990px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/live-b2b-gdm-figaro1.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2025\/07\/Clean_Cult_image-770x433.jpg\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 430px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/live-b2b-gdm-figaro1.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2025\/07\/Clean_Cult_image-940x528.jpg\"\/>\n                                    <\/picture><figcaption class=\"c-featured-image__description\">The latest launch follows Clean Cult\u2019s earlier expansions into  US retailers Costco and Target. Credit: Clean Cult\/PR Newswire.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"drop-cap\">Clean Cult has introduced its sustainable packaging solutions at US-based supermarket chain Whole Foods Market, marking a step in reducing plastic waste in retail.<\/p>\n<p>This collaboration reflects both companies\u2019 commitment to sustainable practices in home cleaning.<\/p>\n<p>The paper-based refill cartons and aluminium bottles are now available across four regions of Whole Foods Market.<\/p>\n<p>Specifically, the initial rollout will take place in the Northeast, Rocky Mountain, South Pacific, and Northern California regions.<\/p>\n<p>Shoppers in these areas will find a selection of Clean Cult\u2019s products, including laundry sheets, liquid laundry detergent cartons, and dish soaps, available in both aluminium bottles and paper-based refill cartons.<\/p>\n<p>The launch at Whole Foods Market follows Clean Cult\u2019s earlier expansions into Costco and Target, further solidifying its position in low-waste home-care solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Clean Cult stated that its entry into the market aims to offer consumers certified alternatives to conventional plastic-packaged cleaning products.<\/p>\n<p>Clean Cult\u2019s products are said to have undergone a stringent vetting process to meet the high standards set by Whole Foods Market, which includes requirements for transparency, efficacy, and biodegradability, according to the company.<\/p>\n<p>The brand has achieved Green Seal Certification, ensuring that its cleaning products are both effective and sustainable.<\/p>\n<p>Clean Cult CEO and co-founder Ryan Lupberger said: \u201cWe built Clean Cult to prove that responsible design and high performance can go hand in hand.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTeaming up with Whole Foods Market helps bring that mission to more homes and makes plastic reduction an everyday habit without sacrifice.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Whole Foods Market has implemented various environmentally friendly policies, including a ban on plastic checkout bags in 2008 and the elimination of plastic straws in 2019.<\/p>\n<p>Whole Foods Market senior category merchant Ruby Rios said: \u201cI\u2019m especially excited to launch Clean Cult because it brings something new to the household essentials aisle \u2013 convenient, low-waste design paired with clean, effective formulas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s the kind of packaging innovation and ingredient integrity we\u2019re proud to put on our shelves.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- Newsletter banner start --><\/p>\n<p><!-- <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"\"> --><\/p>\n<div class=\"grid-container\">\n<section class=\"gdm-newsletter-banner__container\">\n<div class=\"grid-x gdm-newsletter-banner__wrapper-container gdm-newsletter-banner__wrapper-container--article\">\n<div class=\"cell large-9 gdm-newsletter-banner-info__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gdm-newsletter-banner-logo__container\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.packaging-gateway.com\/wp-content\/themes\/goodlife-wp-B2B\/assets\/images\/newsletter-new.svg\" alt=\"Email newsletter icon\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n<p><h3 class=\"gdm-newsletter-banner__heading wp-noreslt\">Sign up for our daily news round-up!<\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"gdm-newsletter-banner__sub-heading\">Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights.<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Newsletter banner end --><\/p>\n<div class=\"author-bio\">\n<h2>Packaging Gateway Excellence Awards &#8211; The Benefits of Entering<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">Gain the recognition you deserve! 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