When procurement teams evaluate sustainable packaging, the conversation typically centers on material cost, certifications, and supplier pricing. But one of the most significant cost drivers often receives less attention: Freight. In 2026, freight costs and sustainable packaging are more tightly connected than ever. Ocean volatility, fuel price fluctuations, carbon reporting requirements, and dimensional shipping constraints […]

For brands investing in sustainable packaging, sourcing decisions don’t end at material selection. A critical operational question follows: Should you stock sustainable packaging domestically, or import it just-in-time (JIT)? In 2026, this decision impacts far more than warehouse space. It affects cash flow, ESG reporting, carbon footprint, supply chain resilience, regulatory risk, and customer satisfaction. […]

Sustainable packaging is no longer a niche initiative, it’s a core operational priority. But as brands shift toward compostable, recyclable, or bio-based materials, they often introduce a new risk: overdependence on a single supplier. In 2026, supply chain resilience is just as important as sustainability performance. That’s why more brands are building a dual-source strategy […]

As sustainability expectations rise and supply chains remain under scrutiny, procurement leaders are reevaluating one critical question: Is nearshoring or overseas sourcing smarter for sustainable packaging in 2026? The answer is no longer driven by cost alone. Today’s decision must factor in ESG reporting, traceability, carbon impact, regulatory risk, lead time stability, and total cost […]

As brands transition to sustainable packaging, food-contact safety has become one of the most misunderstood and most critical evaluation criteria. Compostable, recyclable, or bio-based materials may look environmentally responsible, but that doesn’t automatically make them safe for food contact. For B2B buyers, restaurants, and consumer brands, the ability to read and interpret food-contact safety data […]

For growing brands, the decision to adopt eco-friendly materials is no longer optional, it’s expected. Customers, investors, and enterprise buyers increasingly evaluate brands on sustainability commitments. Yet despite this pressure, many brands hesitate to transition away from conventional materials. Why? Because eco material adoption carries real risks: higher costs, inconsistent supply, uncertain performance, compliance challenges, […]

In B2B procurement, packaging is no longer evaluated solely on cost, quality, or lead time. Today, enterprise buyers are asking a deeper question: Where does this packaging actually come from, and can you prove it? Traceable, transparent packaging sources have become a baseline expectation across industries, from foodservice and retail to cosmetics and consumer goods. […]

For many restaurants, sustainable foodware decisions stop at material selection. Compostable cups, fiber bowls, or recyclable containers are chosen with good intentions, but what happens after the food is consumed is often left to chance. In reality, sustainability outcomes depend far more on post-use pathways than on material claims alone. If foodware isn’t disposed of […]

As compostable packaging adoption grows, brands are discovering that sustainability isn’t just about materials, it’s also about finishes and textures. The surface treatment of compostable packaging plays a critical role in functionality, customer perception, compliance, and end-of-life performance. Choosing the wrong finish can undermine compostability, increase costs, or raise greenwashing concerns. Choosing the right one, […]

In custom foodware design, aesthetics often get the spotlight, but functionality is what determines long-term success. For restaurants, QSRs, caterers, and hospitality brands, foodware must do more than look good. It needs to perform reliably at scale, protect food quality, meet regulatory standards, and support sustainability goals, all while reinforcing brand identity. The most effective […]