Sustainable Packaging

From sustainable packaging material testing and analysis to consultative guidance for implementing sustainable initiatives, our experts provide comprehensive support for companies looking to reduce the environmental impact of their packaging before, during and after their use, including assessing post-consumer recycling (PCR) options and innovative distribution methodology.

Whatever your application and wherever you have set your sustainability aspirations – if alternative materials are part of your approach, talk to Smithers. With extensive, independent material and packaging testing capabilities, technical expertise and knowledge, we will help you navigate material choices and risks, evaluate and optimise performance, assess and demonstrate compliance and more. 

We can provide analytical and testing support for companies looking to switch to more environmentally-friendly materials without compromising on performance or safety, along with consultative guidance on implementing effective sustainability initiatives. 

Talk to our experts below to find out how we can help you.

Packaging Lightweighting and Cost Avoidance

Packaging Lightweighting and Cost Avoidance

Through packaging development, materials performance and testing expertise, our team is technically knowledgeable in evaluating light weighting potential of current materials or the potential for change packaging to lighter alternatives.

Packaging Sustainability Gap Analysis

Packaging Sustainability Gap Analysis

Smithers will help you navigate the landscape of legislation, targets and industry initiatives to define 'sustainability' for your business and understand how to integrate it into your operations.

Performance of Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Performance of Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Smithers can help determine the performance characteristics of your sustainable packaging materials, giving you confidence in their suitability for their required application.

Safety of Recycled Packaging

Safety of Recycled Packaging

Smithers will help you assess the regulatory compliance of your recycled packaging. We can perform studies to evaluate the effectiveness of post-consumer recycling (PCR) processes. This applies to both plastics and paper in the re-use of post-consumer waste for food and personal care packaging.

Sustainable Packaging Transit Testing

Sustainable Packaging Transit Testing

Our lab and field-based work supports sustainable packaging methods, identifying opportunities to reduce packaging materials and deliver both cost savings and reduce environmental strain. These informed decisions are key to meeting sustainability targets and legislation.

Sustainable Packaging Resources

Sustainable Packaging Resources

Smithers packaging experts have created sustainable packaging articles and webinars to help you understand more about alternative packaging materials and how you can achieve your sustainability targets.