# Handy Two-Part Packaging W-Bags Split into a Pair of Compartments to Store Snack Scraps By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wbags References: [red-dot.sg](http://www.red-dot.sg/en/online-exhibition/concept/?code=1078&y=2013&c=23&a=0) There are many [favorite snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheezit-walking-taco) that produce waste while you're consuming them, and this can present a problem for the eater and his environment. W-Bags have been designed to bring increased convenience to the public munching of nuts, sunflower seeds and melon seeds, providing people with a place to discard unwanted shells. Ma Xiaohua, Zhu Qingxiang, Wan Ke and Professor Guo Xing came up with the idea to make the [packaging for such products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-packaging-solution) open up across the middle. Since most pouches of chips and crackers are only filled to half capacity anyway, this method makes sense. Simply split the W-Bags open and fold the top half down to the side. This creates a second pocket for trash and discourages [unnecessary littering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-packaging-concept). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** The W-Bags' two-part packaging addresses the problem of waste generated while consuming snacks, presenting an opportunity for eco-friendly packaging innovations. - **Convenience Packaging:** The split design of W-Bags enhances convenience for snack consumption by providing a built-in compartment for discarding unwanted shells, creating opportunities for convenient packaging solutions. - **Sustainable Snacking:** The W-Bags' focus on minimizing littering and waste aligns with the growing trend of sustainable snacking, presenting opportunities for innovative and sustainable snack packaging solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Packaging:** The two-part packaging of W-Bags can disrupt the food packaging industry by offering a more convenient and eco-friendly solution for snacks. - **Snack Manufacturing:** Snack manufacturers can explore the use of split packaging, like W-Bags, to enhance the snacking experience and reduce environmental impact. - **Environmental Conservation:** The W-Bags' design promotes environmental conservation, which opens up opportunities for industries focused on sustainability and waste reduction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crumb-Funneling Chip Packets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chip-packet.md) - [Edible Wrapper Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-good-thing-bars.md) - [Combinational On-the-Go Food Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beltur-go.md) - [Peelable Snack Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proampac.md) - [Hassle-Free Snack Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easypeel-open-packaging.md) - [Separating Eco Carton Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bruk-sustainable-packaging-design.md) - [Edible Treat Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treat-container.md) - [Paper-Made Confectionery Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saica-group.md) - [Fully Compostable Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-seed-packaging.md)