# Cooling Mushroom Packaging Mushroom Packaging Creates Customizable and Compostable Solutions By Jana Pijak | Published 2022-12-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-packaging-1 References: [mushroompackaging](https://mushroompackaging.com/collections/cold-shipping/products/shoebox-cooler-small)  Mushroom Packaging's "grown-to-order" business model aims to disrupt the e-commerce packaging industry with solutions that are both practical and good for the planet. The brand offers a variety of e-commerce packaging styles that are made from two natural ingredients, hemp hurd and [mycelium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dfc001). Each piece of packaging is actually grown from the earth and is ocean safe, chemical and plastic-free, flame resistant and compostable. It is also water resistant and fully customizable with solutions ranging from protective casings for glass tinctures to this Shoebox Cooler that is ideal for cool product storage. The small Shoebox Cooler by Mushroom Packaging is insulated like a traditional foam cooler, but is [fully compostable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-pads), returning to soil in just 45 days. With applications across industries including food, cosmetics and other CPG examples, this packaging embodies the true meaning of sustainability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compostable Packaging:** There is a growing trend towards using compostable materials in packaging to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability. - **Biodegradable Materials:** Companies are exploring the use of biodegradable materials like hemp and mycelium to replace traditional plastic packaging and reduce waste. - **Grown-to-order Business Model:** The mushroom packaging brand's grown-to-order business model provides an innovative solution for customized, sustainable packaging options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **CPG Industry:** Consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies could greatly benefit from sustainable, biodegradable packaging to reduce waste and promote eco-friendliness. - **E-commerce Industry:** The e-commerce industry is seeing a rise in demand for eco-friendly packaging options, providing an opportunity for companies to adopt more sustainable solutions like mushroom packaging. - **Food Industry:** Biodegradable packaging options like Mushroom Packaging's Shoebox Cooler could revolutionize the food industry by providing sustainable solutions for transporting perishable goods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mushroom-Based Sneaker Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-bailey-x-adidas-originals-ozlucent.md) - [Eco Insulated Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruz-cool.md) - [Paper-Made Mushroom Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-punnets.md) - [Recyclable Reusable Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochill-cooler.md) - [3D-Printable Packaging Pastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reishi-mushroom-printable-material.md) - [Alternative Dry Ice Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-custom-packaging.md) - [Mycelium Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myco-travel-pouch.md) - [Sustainable Design Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-reishi.md) - [Recyclable Chilled Grocery Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshbag-recyclable-cool-bag.md)