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Plastic-Free Frozen

Frozen foods are being offered in plastic-free packaging

Trend - The convenience of frozen foods has led to their popularity, however their environmental impact is made worse with the use of plastic packaging. Now, some brands in this space are aiming to reduce their impact on the environment with plastic-free packaging solutions.

Insight - As consumers come to terms with the present and future consequences of climate change, they're looking to sustain their existing habits in a way that is less harmful to the environment. Consumers are doing this by putting more pressure on brands to help them reduce their eco footprints.
Workshop Question - How is your brand prioritizing sustainability?
Trend Themes
1. Plastic-free Packaging - Efforts to reduce the environmental impact of frozen foods have led to more brands offering plastic-free packaging solutions.
2. Recyclable Packaging - Brands are prioritizing eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, with an emphasis on recycling and reducing non-recyclable materials.
3. Ready-to-eat Convenience - New products are being introduced in the frozen food industry that offer ready-to-eat convenience for consumers who value ease and speed in their meal options.
Industry Implications
1. Food Packaging - Packaging companies that offer eco-friendly and sustainable solutions with a focus on reducing single-use plastics and materials.
2. Frozen Food Production - Companies that produce frozen foods can focus on creating new products with environmentally-friendly packaging and ready-to-eat options.
3. Retail - Retailers can prioritize stocking and promoting products that feature eco-friendly and sustainable packaging options.
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Featured Examples

Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
This New Walki Recyclable Tray Packaging is Convenient
These Walki recyclable tray packaging examples have been unveiled by the brand to provide consumers with a convenient yet eco-focused way to enjoy premium meals from the comfort of home. The... MORE
Paper-Made Frozen Food Packaging
Paper-Made Frozen Food Packaging
PACK'D is Introducing New Recyclable Paper Bags
PACK’D has announced it will be using recyclable paper bags for its packaging across some of its product range in a bid to reduce the amount of plastic therein. The packaging is a flexible... MORE
Plant-Based Ice Cream Pints
Plant-Based Ice Cream Pints
Sacred Serve Introduces 100% Recyclable Ice Cream Cartons
Plant-based gelato brand Sacred Serve has announced the launch of the world’s very first 100% plastic-free, fully recyclable, and 100% compostable ice cream pints. What’s more, the new... MORE
Ready-to-Eat Tuna Bowls
Ready-to-Eat Tuna Bowls
Wild Planet's Tuna Salad Bowls Need No Heating or Prep Work
WIld Planet is introducing a new line of Ready-to-Eat Tuna Salad Bowls that are conveniently packaged and truly ready to eat as desired, since no heating or prep time is needed before digging in.... MORE
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Birds Eye is Launching New Recycled Vegetable Packs
Frozen foods are only continuing to increase in popularity but are often contained inside packaging that is intended to be thrown away, so Birds Eye has pledged to change this with the announcement... MORE
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Recyclable Frozen Food Packaging
Parkside and Iceland Partnered for Plastic-Free Packaging
Parkside and Iceland have partnered on new packaging to replace the LDPE bag used for the UK supermarket chain’s Northcoast frozen seafood range that’s focused on recyclability. The... MORE
Fiber-Based Ice Cream Tubs
Fiber-Based Ice Cream Tubs
AR Packaging and Picard Team Up to Introduce Fiber-Based Ice Cream Tubs
Picard, a French producer of frozen food, replaced its plastic tubs with fiber-based ice cream tubs. The innovation comes after a partnership with AR Packaging. The two companies teamed up to create... MORE
Eco Frozen Shopping Bags
Eco Frozen Shopping Bags
This Aldi UK Recyclable Freezer Bag is Launching at More Than 230 Stores
The new Aldi UK recyclable freezer bag is being launched by the brand at more than 230 stores in the UK to offer consumers an eco-friendly way to store their shopping that is positioned as a better... MORE

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