Netherlands-based Amigos International hopes that customers will toss their Ananda candy wrappers into a home garden or compost pile now that their Fair Trade, organic chocolate from Ecuador is wrapped with NatureFlex NK material instead of the candy industry standard foil.
NatureFlex NK is a transparent high barrier heat-sealable film that keeps moisture out of candy that is wrapped in it while remaining fully compostable.
To ensure that the Ananda chocolates are earth-friendly, the chocolate's composting candy wrappers are just one part of the packaging. Shipping boxes are also earth-friendly: made under Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification standards and printed with vegetable-based ink.
Composting Candy Wrappers
Sweet Packaging Innovations That are Good for Mother Earth
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Packaging - The use of compostable materials such as NatureFlex NK film presents an opportunity for companies to embrace sustainable packaging solutions.
2. Fair Trade Products - The demand for Fair Trade products like Ananda chocolates shows an opportunity for businesses to capitalize on ethical and environmentally-friendly manufacturing practices.
3. Eco-friendly Shipping - The adoption of earth-friendly shipping boxes made from sustainable materials and printed with vegetable-based ink offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the logistics industry.
Industry Implications
1. Confectionery - Confectionery companies can explore the use of biodegradable materials in their packaging to align with consumer preferences for sustainable and eco-friendly options.
2. Cocoa - The cocoa industry could benefit from promoting Fair Trade practices and partnering with chocolate manufacturers that prioritize sustainability.
3. Logistics - The logistics industry can embrace eco-friendly shipping practices to reduce its environmental impact and meet the growing consumer demand for sustainable supply chains.