The Impact of Collaboration: Making Home Compostable Packaging Solutions More Accessible

While the pollution problem continues to grow, so does awareness for the need to address it in a real, sustainable way. A survey conducted by Nielsen in 2018 found that 81% of global consumers feel strongly that companies should help improve the environment, and this consumer pressure is fueling companies to adopt more sustainable practices, including the use of compostable materials.

Cue our team’s latest collaboration with TIPA, a global leader in compostable packaging solutions. This noteworthy tag-team effort is set to advance flexible packaging by making home compostable packaging more accessible. Working alongside another innovator focused on the future inspired our team to launch a new portfolio of home compostable closures for pouches. These reclosable solutions for flexible packaging designed with TIPA's proprietary home compostable resin formulation for various end-use markets including food, nutraceuticals, home, personal care, and more.

What the Collaboration Means for Future Sustainability Efforts

This forward-thinking collaboration marks a significant milestone for consumers and businesses striving for sustainable packaging solutions. Flexible packaging is known for its significant source reduction benefits over rigid formats but recycling traditional plastic films can be challenging. Many curbside recycling programs do not support these films, and store drop-off programs are often limiting. Additionally, industrial composting infrastructure is presently scarce for many consumers.

The new home compostable technology from TIPA and the Fresh-Lock team provides all the benefits of flexible packaging while offering an accessible solution for closing the gap in circularity. Home compostable packaging can be disposed of quite literally in a consumer’s own backyard or household compost bins, without having to remove food residue or take extra measures to get it recycle-ready. This not only makes it convenient to manage waste without needing to make a trip to a composting facility, but it also further empowers consumers to reduce their own personal environmental footprint and contribute less to landfills.

Breaking it Down: How to Meet the Growing Demand for Greener Packaging Alternatives

As brands and manufacturers face increasing demand for out-of-the-box, sustainable packaging solutions, TIPA offers fully compostable options for traditional plastic counterparts. These alternatives maintain the same functionality, such as transparency and durability, while helping to reduce the world’s dependence on conventional plastics. At the end of their use, these packaging materials disintegrate and biodegrade into organic matter within months when placed in a compost bin with other organic material. TIPA's packaging solutions are also compatible with existing machinery throughout the entire packaging production supply chain, ensuring a seamless transition for manufacturers.

Industry Leaders Collaborate to Transform Flexible Packaging

“We are thrilled to count the Fresh-Lock team among the innovative market leaders we work with, expanding the commercial availability of compostable packaging options in North America,” shared Rodrigo Castaneda, VP/GM, North America, at TIPA, as he expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration. "This is a significant step to help consumers and businesses actively contribute to curbing the reliance on conventional flexible plastics and navigate quickly changing policies on packaging waste management for the benefit of the planet."

Lisa Petersmark, VP of Presto Specialty, maker of Fresh-Lock® closures, highlighted the unique strengths of the partnership, "TIPA's expertise in compostable materials combined with Fresh-Lock's market position and reputation as a high-quality, reliable innovator in sustainable reclosable solutions creates an unparalleled combination to expand the compostable packaging market."

Looking Ahead: See Our Home Compostable Packaging in Action

The Fresh-Lock team can’t wait to show off the home compostable packaging solutions we created in collaboration with TIPA at our upcoming shows and events. As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation, collaboration, and a future focused on sustainability, we invite our industry partners to connect with us for an opportunity to see a demo and explore these groundbreaking solutions firsthand.

Get to Know Our Home Compostable Closures

Current compostable materials can perform well with many applications. These zippers are designed to break down in a home compostable environment within 90-180 days. The Fresh-Lock team can help you decide if our newly launched line of home compostable closures would be a good fit for your sustainable pouches.

The Compostable Packaging Possibilities

The collaboration between TIPA and the Fresh-Lock team represents a pivotal advancement for reclosable, flexible pouches. By introducing home compostable closures, we are paving the way for another alternative to packaging waste. This partnership exemplifies the innovative spirit and commitment to sustainability that will drive the industry forward, offering consumers and businesses viable solutions to combat plastic pollution and promote a more circular economy.

Get in touch with the Fresh-Lock team today to find the right packaging solution for your brand’s needs and goals. Our expertise and ongoing commitment to sustainability position us as your dedicated partner in driving packaging innovation through collaboration.