Bisphenol-A, also known as BPA, has quickly become a chemical that no consumer wants near their food, so brands are responding with new initiatives as seen with the Keystone Meats BPA-free cans.
The cans are made with 100% recyclable aluminum that can be infinitely recycled without losing any integrity or quality, which also makes it a more sustainable choice. The new initiative from the brand can be observed across the entirety lineup of products ranging from beef to soups.
President of Keystone Meats Pete Dorley addressed the new BPA-free cans saying, "We’ve been working towards non-BPA cans for quite some time and are happy to continue using sustainable, 100 percent recyclable cans. We pride ourselves on making wholesome products that are good for the consumer and the environment."
Free-From Canned Meat Packaging
Keystone Meats will Use BPA-Free Cans for its Meat Products
Trend Themes
1. Bpa-free Canned Packaging - There is an opportunity for the packaging industry to further explore the development of BPA-free cans or alternatively-lined options for food product packaging that is safe and sustainable.
2. Infinitely Recyclable Aluminum - The aluminum industry can focus on promoting the benefits of infinitely recyclable aluminum cans as a sustainable and eco-friendly packaging option for various industries beyond food products.
3. Health and Environment Consciousness - There is a growing trend of consumers prioritizing their health and the environment, creating opportunities for brands in various industries to align with such values and innovate accordingly.
Industry Implications
1. Food Packaging - The food packaging industry can adopt BPA-free cans or alternatively-lined options to meet the consumers' demand for safe and sustainable packaging that is both recyclable and aligns with environmental values.
2. Aluminum Industry - The aluminum industry can target various markets such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and beverage packaging by promoting infinitely recyclable aluminum cans as a sustainable option that aligns with consumer values.
3. Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) - CPG brands can offer innovative packaging formats that cater to consumers' demand for health and environment-conscious products that are sustainable and recyclable while prioritizing safety and convenience.