Types of packaging materials:

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Packaging industry trends of 2022

1. Internet of packaging
Internet of packaging brings technological disruption to traditional
packaging and allows consumers to better connect with brands. Smart
packaging leverages technology such as QR codes, smart labels, RFID, and
near field communication (NFC) chips

Ex - Langgeng Sukses Abadi Technology offers Anti-Counterfeit Solutions

Ex – TrackLegit enables Product Tracking

2. Biodegradable packaging

Ex - OCEANIUM develops Compostable Seaweed Packaging

starch, cellulose, PLA, polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA),

and other biopolymers. Apart from this, plant-based packaging from sugarcane,
coconut, hemp, and corn starch also replaces plastic packaging.

Ex- LAM’ON produces Corn-based Foil Packaging

3. Digital printing

All the content is printed in a single pass in digital printing, making it less
laborious. Modern digital printing has a limited impact on the
environment as it eliminates the need for prepress procedures or
additional labeling, reducing waste and inventory requirements.

Ex- Flexible Pack offers Digital Printing for Flexible Packaging

Ex- Copy4LessNY provides Package & Label Printing Services

4. Packaging Automation

Automating the packaging processes, such as depanning, filling, packing, and

palletizing, is a big packaging industry trend.
These vision-assisted robots automate processes such as product sorting,
quality control, and inspection to increase overall efficiency.
Ex- Wootzano makes Dexterous Robotic Systems for Food & Vegetable
Packaging

Ex- CoRobotics provides Co-bots for Packaging and Palletization

5. Active packaging

 Active packaging increases the shelf life of the product and is a growing
packaging industry trend, finding applications in the food, beverage, and
pharmaceutical industries. For example, modified atmospheric packaging
uses oxygen or ethylene absorbers and moisture regulators to keep food
fresh. Another example of active packaging releases antimicrobial agents
to prevent bacterial growth in the product.

Ex - SoFresh manufactures Active Packaging Films & Containers

Impactful Health R&D develops Compostable Active Packaging for Fish

6. Custom packaging

Making the unboxing experience more personalized and unique is the key
to creating a lasting impact so that customers come back to the brand

Ex- PACKMOJO designs 3D Models for Custom Packaging

HUIDE PACKAGING manufactures Kraft Paper Bags & Boxes

7. Recyclable packaging

The use of recyclable materials is one such packaging solution that

enables businesses to integrate circular packaging practices.

For example, post-consumer resins (PCR) are recyclable packaging material

derived from post-consumer waste. Other than this, startups develop easily
recyclable mono-material packaging instead of multi-layer packaging.

Ex - Boostani develops Mono-Material Packaging

Ecoplasteam derives Raw Material from Waste

 8. Edible Packaging

The challenge for businesses is to opt for packaging that satisfies this
basic functionality and also reduces or eliminates solid waste. Edible
packaging is a revolutionary packaging industry trend that addresses
these challenges and also enables a closed-loop for packaging.

Ex - Decomer Technology makes Edible Packaging Material

Kulero makes Edible Cutlery

9. 3D Printing

Brands often experiment with packaging designs, which are costly, time-
consuming, and produce waste. 3D printing technology mitigates these
issues and facilitates personalized packaging, with zero contribution
towards plastic waste. 

Ex - tForm creates Thermoformed Plastic Packaging Solutions

Knurls creates 3D-Printed Packaging

10.Nanotechnology

The use of nanoparticles mixed with polymer chains enhances package

barrier properties and tensile strength. It also enables tracking and anti-
counterfeiting for brands and packaging companies. Additionally,
nanotech has a big impact on the food packaging industry by addressing
the rising concern of food safety. Applying nanocoatings on the packaging
surface keeps it safe from dirt, dust, and stains. Lastly, several types of
nanosensors are useful to monitor the freshness of the food and detect
any chemical changes.

Ex- CelluloTech makes Cellulose-based Materials

Arylla develops Invisible Inks for Connected Products