Easy-open packaging is becoming increasingly common, as manufacturers of goods ranging from deli meats to vitamins realize that packaging design needs to take into consideration the limitations and needs of people opening the package.
Seniors in particular are one demographic who were long neglected when companies went about designing their packaging.
Many forms of traditional packaging are difficult to open for some seniors who may lack the necessary strength or coordination. For this reason, many companies are coming up with packaging designs that require a very simple pulling and peeling movement that anyone can tackle with ease.
Easy-open packaging also targets people who may be perfectly strong and healthy but are prone to getting annoyed when they have to spend a lot of time opening up a package. In a world where people are obsessed with time-saving and efficiency, easy-open packaging is a hit with many consumers.
18 Examples of Easy-Open Packaging
From Senior-Friendly Meat Packaging to Tape Roll Containers:
Rahul Kalvapalle — Jan 27, 2015 — Life-Stages

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Envelope Shipping Boxes
These Printed Box Designs Show Off Maximum Style and Ease of Opening

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Bent Corner Boxes
This Retail Shipping Box Design Has Corners That Are Easy to Open
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Easy-Open Pasta Packaging
Adriana Pereira's Spaghetti Packaging Design Caters to Seniors
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Returnable Shipping Boxes
The 'There and Back Pack' is a Handy Return Shipping Box
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Buttoned-Up Shipping Boxes
This Box Packaging Design for WonderPix Uses Fewer Fasteners
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Tapered Cosmetic Packaging
This Cosmetic Packaging Design Features Reusable Boxes and Pouches
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Easy-Open Chip Bags
Junpyo Kim's Design Makes It Easy to Open a Bag of Chips
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Practical Eco Packaging
This Washing Powder Pouch Demonstrates Great Material Resourcefulness
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Healthy Minimalist Food Packaging
Aleia's Gluten Free Products Focus on Key Ingredients
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Senior-Friendly Meat Packaging
This Finnish Lunch Meat Packaging is Easy To Open For All
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Easy Packaging for Pain Relief
Richard Fine's Help Removes Bottle Opening Headaches
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Gaping Snack Bags
SJM Conceives of an Easy to Open Packaging Design for Seed Mixes
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Pull-Tab Pill Boxes
Daryl Humphrey's Pill Box Design is Better Suited to the Elderly
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Triangular Chocolate Packaging
Charm Chocolate is Bite-Sized and Perfect for On-the-Go Enjoyment
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Senior Smartphone Packaging
Doro's Phone Package Was Designed with the Elderly in Mind
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Familial Pastry Packaging
Kolionasios Baklava Has a Cartoony Look That Appeals to Young and Old
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Tape Roll Tablet Containers
The Pull! Pill Dispenser Provides Accessibility for Arthritis Patients
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Sophisticated Vitamin Branding
Russell Vitamins Aims to Elevate the Image of the Product
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Lockable Pizza Boxes
Domino's Created Packaging with Security Codes to Protect Leftover Slices
Beverage Packaging Updates
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Squeezable Dropper Bottles
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3D-Printed Packaging Molds
Unilever Partnered with Serioplast on 3D-Printed Packaging Solutions
Accordion-Style Coffee Cups
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Literature-Inspired Packaging Designs
Bennet's Good to Read Packs are Informative
Edible Wrapper Snack Bars
One Good Thing Bars Have a No-Waste Formulation
Recycled Metal Skincare Packaging
The NIVEA Creme Tin Now Has an 80% Recycled Aluminum Design
Sustainable 3D-Printed Packaging Lines
APC Packaging's Adapte Collection is Innovative
Natural Yogurt Jars
Danone Argentina Adopted New Packaging to Improve Environmental Efforts
Paperboard Supplement Packaging
Vital Proteins is Transitioning to Paper-Based Canisters
Sunscreen Packaging Solutions
TerraCycle Partners With Leading Skincare Brands for Packaging
Adult-Targeted Yogurt Pouches
Siggi's Protein Packs Fill a Gap Between Drinkable and Cup Yogurt
Vibrant Snack Packaging Designs
Cooper Street Snacks Has Unveiled a New Packaging Design
Accessibility-Focused Packaging Designs
Müller Debuts Accessible Packaging Designs
Durable Egg Packaging Designs
Cascades Unveils the New Cascades Fresh GUARD EnVision™ Packaging
Attractive Canned Foods
Nice Cans Launches to Make Your Pantry Sexy, Sustainable, and Delicious
Recyclable Yogurt Drink Packaging
The New Yop Bottles are Made with Clear PET and Recycled PET
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Copper Cow Coffee Recently Debuted a New Look for Its Coffees
Organic Gradient Sunscreens
COOLA's Sunscreen Packaging Designs Convey Efficacy & Innovation
Shape-Making Cream Packaging
Quadpack's ShapeUp Tube Dispenses Creams in Custom Shapes
Sustainable Sourceable Packagings
Securikett's Eco-Friendly Packaging are Verifiable by Consumers
Compostable Coated Paper Packaging
Metpack and BASF SE Partnered for Home-Compostable Packaging
Revamped Pickle Packaging
Grillo's Pickles Are Now Packaged in a Twist-Top Container
Fully Recyclable Paper Wrappers
KIND Snacks Launched Curbside Recyclable Snack Bar Packaging
Connecting Tuna Can Packaging
John West Ecotwist Packaging Uses the SmartStrip Design
Elevated Senior Essentials
Remsen Redefine Aging with Beautifully Designed Everyday Goods
Portable Wine Pouches
Medly's Wine Pouches are Lightweight, User-Friendly and Freshness-Preserving
Sustainable PET Dairy Packaging
Coop and Emmi Launch the New Sustainable Dairy Packaging
Sustainable Paper Cosmetic Packaging
The Arcade Beauty Paper Packette is Made with 80% Paper
Reformed Yogurt Packagings
Nomadic Redesigned its Packaging to Emphasize Health Benefits
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Sustainable Carton-Based Packaging
Tetra Pak Debuts Its First Trial Facility for Recart
Pillboxed-Shaped Fruit Cases
Kiwi Brand Zespri Debuts New Sustainable Fruit Package
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Squid-Inspired Packaging
Squid-Inspired Packaging Revolutionizes Temperature Control
Freshness-Boosting Packaging Stickers
Fresh Inset's Vidre+ Adds Value to Fresh Produce Packaging
Plant-Based Packaging Agreements
Avantium Taps Amcor Rigid Packaging for the New releaf Packaging
Sustainably Packaged Yogurt Cups
Yoplait Launches the Sustainable Pure-Pak eSense Cartons
Active Packaging Solutions
AINA Creates Packaging with Various Active Materials for Different Uses
Healthy Habit Food Packaging
This Lidl Packaging Update Removes Elements That Appeal to Children
Shelf-Stable Packaging Solutions
Amcor’s Retort Bottle Innovation is Good for Nutritional Shots
Aluminum Plastic-Free Water Packaging
The Perfect Hydration Alkaline Water Comes in New Packaging
Repurposed Pasta Boxes
Barilla & Marie Kondo are Sharing How to Reuse Packaging
Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging
The Tetra Prisma Aseptic 300 Edge Packaging is Mindful
Plastic-Free Supply Chains
Ericsson is Investing in Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Recycled Plastic Condiment Packaging
Plastipak and Kraft Heinz Announced a New Partnership
Recyclable eCommerce Packaging
This New Amazon Packaging is Paper-Made and Arriving in the UK
Heat-Sealable Paper-Wrap Materials
Orlandi Launches the EcoPro™ Paper-Wrap Sustainable Packaging
Light-Blocking Packaging Sleeves
Brook + Whittle's Patented GreenLabel BlockOut is Recyclable
Air Fryer-Friendly Product Packaging
The PaperSeal Shape Tray Replaces Plastic Alternatives
Paper-Made Shrink Wrap Packaging
The 'TrayWrap' Paper Solution is Plastic-Free
Pocket-Sized Skincare Packaging
HCP's Color Capsule Combines the Features of a Tube and Bottle
Bio-Based Monomaterial Skincare Packaging
These Lumene Moisturizer Jars are Easy to Recycle
Moisture-Absorbing Packaging
This Packaging Tech Eliminates the Need for Desiccant Packets
Plastic Snack Packaging Reductions
KP Snacks Flow Wrapping Process Has Been Updated
Expansive Beauty Packaging Solutions
APC Packaging Extends Sustainable Range with PET Jar Series
AI Packing Design Tools
Packify.ai Creates Packaging for Products That Stand Out
Recycled Diaper Packaging
Kimberly-Clark Collaborates with Amcor on a Sustainability Solution
Accessible Condiment Lids
Chilau Foods Adopts Its EEASY Lid for Better Accessibility
Insulated Recyclable Bags
ProAmpac Unveils a Sustainable Packaging Solution for Grocery Deliveries
Low-Plastic Seafood Packaging
This Sainsbury’s Packaging Update Reduces Plastic Use
Compostable Foodservice Packaging
The Eco-Products GreenStripe Line Has New Bags and Wraps
All-Red Tomato Rebrands
Pomì Unveils a New Sustainable Design to Attract Consumer Attention
Stackable Canned Fish Packages
Robot Food's 'The Tower of Tuna' Packaging is Convenient
Paper-Based Packaging Advancements
Coveris Debuted a New Sustainable Form-Fill-Seal Solution
Sustainable Produce Packaging
These Cascades Eco-Friendly Produce Baskets are Recycled
Modernized Beverage Packaging Designs
Seagram's Escapes Debuts New Packaging and Its Latest Flavor
Multipurpose Partitioned Packaging Designs
Inline Plastics Essentials Platter Design is Versatile
Sustainable Pet Food Pouches
American Packaging Corporation Unveils a New Sustainable Solution
Next-Gen Cannabis Jars
RXDco Cocoon Jars Have a Patented Press-Fit, Pop-Off Closure
Vacuum-Sealed Meat Products
Iceland Foods Switched Packaging for Its Minced Meat Products
Paper-Made Oral Care Packaging
ALDI is Rolling Out New Toothbrush Packaging in the UK
Flatpack Sheet-Style Oat Milks
milkadamia Flat Pack Oat Milk Reduces Packaging by 94%
Paper-Packaged Porridge Products
Everyday Essentials Porridge Oats Come in Plastic-Free Packaging
Freshness-Extending Food Packaging
SAVRpak Offers an Innovative Solution to Combat Food Waste
Recycled Snack Chip Packaging
Tyrells is Introducing New Recycled Plastic Packs
Dosage-Managing Medicine Boxes
Tarun Pahadiya's MedEasy Box Project is Designed for the Elderly
Compostable Film Packaging
The Vikings & Goddesses Pie Company Adopted Futamura's NatureFlex Film
3-in-1 Meal Packaging Solutions
Coveris Debuts Hot-to-Go Packs with Eco-Friendly Design Practices
Squeezable Olive Oil Packaging
California Olive Ranch Introduces Its New Squeezable Chef's Bottle
Fiber-Based Sandwich Packaging
The Modified Atmosphere Sandwich Pack is Arriving in North America
Sustainable Food Packaging Designs
Placon Crystal Seal Delectables is Tamper-Evident and More
Recyclable High-Barrier Food Packaging
ProAmpac ProActive Recyclable FibreSculpt is Recycled
Portable Cosmetic Tube-Bottles
Quadpack's Tottle Packaging is Convenient, Eco-Friendly & Premium
Paper-Packaged Garlic Baguettes
Marks & Spencer Launches its Garlic Baguettes in Paper Packaging
Custom Packaging Design Platforms
Roastar Debuts Its New Easy-To-Use Design Lab Interface
Sustainable Snack Packaging
Amcor and Lorenz Snacks Partnered for Recycle-Ready Packaging
Treasure Box-Inspired Wellness Packaging
NATPAT Recently Unveiled Redesigned Retail Packaging
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Eco-Friendly Shrink Meat Packaging
The Amcor Clear-Tite 40 Has a 19% Reduction in Weight
Mono-Material Packaging Products
Saica Flex Debuts a Mono-Material Metallized Pouch for Packaging
Sustainable Easter Chocolate Packaging
Happi Launches its New Reduced-Wrapping Chocolate Packaging
Aluminum Medicine Bottles
Cabinet Health's All Day Allergy Relief Packaging Cuts Plastic Use
Eco-Friendly Cracker Packaging
Jacob’s Crackers Selection Now Comes in Boxes with Reduced Plastic
Liner-Free Label Sausage Packaging
Salsicciamo Introduced Linerless Labeling for its Packaging
Recyclable Retailer Butter Packaging
ALDI is Rolling Out Recyclable Butter Packaging in the UK
Reduced Plastic Snack Packaging
ALDI Specially Selected Hand Cooked Chips Come in New Packets
Flexible Film Meat Packaging
ASDA Just Essentials Beef Mince is Arriving in New Packaging
Compostable Foodservice Packaging
These Sabert Pulp Food Containers are Convenient
PFAS-Free Food Packaging
Genpak Launches a New Packaging Line Without Added PFAS
Pouch-Packaged Meal Ranges
Tilda Easy Meals are Great for Enjoying Out of the House
Edible Seaweed-Based Packaging
Handtmann Has Launched the Pioneering ConProSachet System
Freshness-Enhancing Lamb Packaging
Sainsbury's Announces a Revamp for its Plastic Tray Packaging
Paper-Packaged Popped Snacks
Snack A Jacks Multipacks are Ditching Virgin Plastic Material
Paper-Made Confectionery Bags
Saica Group and Mondelez Launch a New Sustainable Multipack Solution
Interchangeable Component Cosmetic Packaging
The APC Packaging Adapté Collection is Adaptable
Revamped Eco Juice Packaging
Capri-Sun Packaging Now Features Stronger Paper Straws
Efficient Can Openers
Kitchen Mama's Orbit One Can Opener is a Valuable Culinary Aid
Temperature-Resistant Packaging Lines
Colpac Introduces the Stagione® Light Food Packaging Line
Elevated Pet Care Packaging
FURminator® Introduces the New Spill-Resistant Pet Shampoo Packaging
Home-Compostable Pouch Packaging
TIPA and Fresh-Lock Partnered on Flexible Packaging Solutions
Sophisticated Tequila Packaging Designs
El Mayor Tequila Has Unveiled Redesigned Packaging
Modernized Soup Packaging Designs
Zoup! Specialty Products Undergoes a Rebranding Initiative
Colombian Chocolate Packaging
Cox & Co. Showcases the First Flow Wrap Chocolate Packaging
Eco-Conscious Juice Boxes
Simple Times Mixers Supports Curbside Recycling with its New Packaging
Cuisine-Themed Mustard Packaging
This Colman's Squeezy Bottle is Limited-Edition
Sensorial Fragrance Samples
Arcade Beauty's ScentSeal Features a Gel Formula That Applies to Skin
Aluminum OTC Packaging
Foster & Thrive's Products Come in Eco-Friendly Aluminum Bottles
Beverage Can Openers
The DAVI Can Opener Safely & Smoothly Removes Lids from Drink Cans
Accessible Meat Packaging Designs
MeatCrafters Unveils New Sliced Charcuterie and Salami Packaging
Icy Pet Food Packaging
These Hydropac Ice Packs Work to Keep Pet Food Fresh During Shipping
Semi-Transparent Potato Packaging
Tasteful Selections® Launches a New Transparent Potato Bag
Grab-and-Go Food Packaging
The Novolex Power Prep Bags are Made by Bagcraft
Tomato Sauce Pouches
Le Sauce & Co.'s Well-Portioned Sauces Help to Reduce Food & Packaging Waste
Single-Handed Pharmaceutical Caps
SnapSlide is an Adaptive, Child-Resistant Lid for Rx Amber Vials
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Compostable Takeout Containers
Good Start Packaging Launches a New Range of Takeout Containers
Sleek Top Can Openers
Shu Kanno designs the DAVI Can Opener with a Sleek Mechanism
Producer-Focused Coffee Packaging
Onyx Coffee Lab's Retail Coffee Packaging Enhances Connection
Colored Packaging Papers
Chevler Releases Meat Saver Paper Range that Protects and Preserves Meat
Child-Safe Stand-Up Pouches
Accredo Packaging and Fresh-Lock Introduce a Flexible Stand-Up Pouch
Repositioned Deli Meat Brands
The Hormel Natural Choice Brand Debuted a Refreshed Image
Moisture-Protecting Pharmaceutical Bottles
LOG Pharma Debuts an Eco-Friendly Pharmaceutical Bottle
Recyclable Pouch Refreshment Packaging
Capri-Sun Introduced Its First-Ever Recyclable Drink Pouch
Collapsible Plastic Shipping Solutions
Kite Packaging Plastic Pallet Boxes are Cost-Effective
Simplified Fastener Packs
VELCRO Brand's Color-Coded Packaging Inspires & Speeds Up Shopping
Squeezable Oil Bottles
Chefs Life's New Line of Squeezable Oil Bottles Enhances Ease of Use