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Environmentally Friendly Packaging 

Welcome to our environmentally friendly packaging section! 

As part of our ongoing product development strategy we have carefully researched and sourced alternative solutions which are environmentally friendly. 

We recognise that the market for environmentally friendly packaging is growing quickly and we are pleased to bring to you the latest products available. 

This type of packaging is continually being developed and our range extends beyond those listed in this section, Please contact one of our sales advisors on the products listed below or if you have a specific packaging requirement.  

Tel: 01963 32913 or email sales@abpac.co.uk 

  RETAIL

 

 Jute bags

 

 ·Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable natural fibres known as a jute plant, this is grown on small farms in Bangladesh and India
 
·How does this product decompose?
When the jute mixes with soil it breaks down leaving nutrients restored to the soil, On combustion Its fumes are non toxic and produce no residue
 
·Other benefits of this product are?
- Can be made to your bespoke dimensions
- Min print run of 100- Clear front can be applied
- Ethical trading policy

 

 

SOS carriers and paper bags

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable 18-year-old soft pine trees from Scandinavia. This is a crop that is replanted more than it is harvested, This offsets the carbon dioxide emissions and releases oxygen. Recycled paper is also avaialble!  

How does this product decompose?
When paper is left in a natural environment it will breakdown into the soil, oon combustion its fumes are non toxic and leaves no residue 
- Other benefits of these products are?
- Full colour process bespoke printing,
-Sizes to accommodate most applications in the retail and catering market
- Product can be recycled  
 
sos carriers

   

fold a tote

 

 

  

Fold a tote “Bag for life”

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
The concept of this product is to buy once then reuse again and again So to reduce demand on conventional plastic vest carriers “A Bag for life”   

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Can be made to your bespoke dimensions
- Custom printing available

 

Cornstarch carriers 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from mater- Bi cornstarch biopolymer that is 100% GM-free and traceable 

· How does this product decompose?
These bags will completely biodegrade within 35-45 days under normal commercial composting conditions with no toxic fumes or residue totally safe for home composting 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Bespoke printing to your design
- Various sizes available
- Thickness up to 40 micron

 
 
 
 degradeable

Degradable printed vest carrier

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
A starch additive is added to breakdown the non degradable plastic leaving a non toxic residue

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will decompose within 2 years (natural or non natural environment.) 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Can be made to your bespoke dimensions
-Bespoke printing available just like conventional plastic carriers

 

  

CATERING AND TAKEAWAY

Eatware range 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as Bamboo and sugar cane 

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial and domestic compost bins, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Dual ovenable to 145 degrees
- Various sizes to choose from 
- Oil and water resistant
- Will compost in 2 weeks in water
- Can be used as animal fodder and fertiliser

 
 

 

(Polylatic acid) PLA film bags 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as corn starch 

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial composting conditions within 47 days, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Custom printing and size to your design
- Suitable for warm food up to 40 degrees
- Crystal clear appreance (like tradtional clear bags)
- Will compost in 2 weeks in water
- Applications include bag manufacturing, bakery and lidding film
 

 

Kiddei boats 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable source from the bark of a palm leaf tree

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial and domestic compost bins, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Idea alternative to platters and plates
- Various sizes and shapes available   

 
kiddie

 

  

 

Enviroware 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as reed and sugar cane 

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial and domestic compost bins, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Suitable for use in microwaves and chillers
- Various sizes to choose from 
- Oil and water resistant
- Can be used as animal fodder and fertiliser

  

Eco cups 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewablle and sustainable board from managed plantations with PLA lining inside

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial composting enviroment,  on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Various sizes to choose from 4oz to 20oz
- Custom printing in up to 4 colours  

 

 

 

 

 

  cups

 

(Polylatic acid) PLA cups, salad bowls, sandwich packs and bakery containers 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as corn starch 

Converting Process :- Corn - Starch - Sugar - Lactic acid - Polymer 

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial composting environment in 47 days, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Suitable for warm food up to 40 degrees
- Crystal clear appreance (like tradtional plastic packaging )
- Protects food and retains freshness
- Various sizes and shapes to choose from
 

 
bakery range
 

 

sandwich

 

   

Cardboard sandwich and catering packs 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from 100% recyclable Tecta paper board with PLA windows

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial composting enviroment or recycled back to pulp, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Custom printing in up to 6 colours
- Various sizes and shapes available (some items may be subject to min order)  

 

 

Bio cutlery

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as cellulose together with lime stone and PLA

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial composting enviroment, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Light, medium and heavy weight cutlery available
- Suitable for warm and hot foods up to 80 degrees 

 

 

cutlery

(Wooden cutlery also available)

   PRODUCE
  Natureflex film bags and single wound film 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from renewable and sustainable sources such as wood pulp from managed plantations 

 · How does this product decompose?
This product will compost in commercial and domestic compost bins, on combustion its fumes are non toxic and leave no resisdue 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Custom printing to your design
- Slit to width flowrap film to your specification
- Different film type barriers to choose from to suit most applications within the food industry ranging from bakery, produce and confectionery

DISPOSAL    

Bin and Caddy liners 

· Why is it environmentally friendly?
Made from mater- Bi cornstarch biopolymer that is 100% GM-free and traceable 

· How does this product decompose?
These bags will completely biodegrade within 35-45 days under normal commercial composting conditions with no toxic fumes or residue totally safe for home composting 

· Other benefits of this product are?
- Various sizes available from 6.5ltr to 240ltr (including caddy bin and wheeky bin liners
- Safe for composting in commercial and domestic compost bins 

 
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