Toothpaste tubes are notoriously difficult to recycle and there have been several packaging innovations introduced recently to help with waste reduction, including Elgydium’s 3D toothpaste pouches. These mono-material 100ml pouches feature screw-top caps and forms that are ready to be recycled.
These 3D toothpaste pouches are not only more environmentally friendly than the average toothpaste tube, they're lighter too. This oral care innovation represents a "reduction of 69% CO2 usage, 48% less plastic and 85% less water usage during the manufacturing process" that's in line with Pierre Fabre's vision for a more sustainable future.
The Ecopack pouch was developed and produced by Arcade Beauty and it allows for a variety of formulas from Elgydium to be dispensed with ease, such as the organic solutions with a focus on whitening and caring for sensitivity.
Recyclable Toothpaste Pouches
Elgydium’s 3D Toothpaste Pouches are Ready to Recycle
Trend Themes
1. Recyclable Packaging - A trend in oral care packaging toward mono-material, recyclable pouches could create a shift in the packaging industry to prioritize sustainability.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing - The reduction in CO2 usage, plastic, and water during the manufacturing process for the 3D toothpaste pouches presents an opportunity for innovation in sustainable manufacturing practices.
3. Lightweight Packaging - The lighter weight of the 3D toothpaste pouches compared to traditional toothpaste tubes may lead to a trend of lightweight packaging across various industries, reducing shipping costs and improving sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Oral Care - The shift toward recyclable, mono-material packaging in the oral care industry could pave the way for other eco-friendly innovations in the industry.
2. Packaging - The success of the 3D toothpaste pouches in reducing waste could inspire other companies in the packaging industry to create more eco-friendly solutions.
3. Manufacturing - The reduction in CO2, plastic, and water usage in the manufacturing process for the 3D toothpaste pouches could inspire other industries to innovate in sustainable manufacturing practices.