Sustainable packaging is defined as packaging that uses sustainable, raw materials in its manufacturing process and includes recycled material as a proportion of the raw materials. We have been very active in the use of sustainable packaging, for example a number of our cartons are manufactured using recycled paper, in addition and a number of our labels use FSC paper (Forest Stewardship Council certified paper that has been sourced in an environmentally-friendly, socially responsible and economically viable manner). In addition we also use vegetable oil based inks in the printing process wherever possible.
At this moment, our redesigned superfoods range packaging uses 100% recyclable plastic (#5).
At Hunter Foods we are committed to improving the environmental performance of our packaging, we aim at cutting pollution from plastic packaging waste.
And this is why we believe that the first step towards a better world is to embark on the Circular Economy journey: we make our organic superfoods packaging 100% recyclable. We believe in 100% recyclable packaging because: recycling conserves natural resources, protects ecosystems and wildlife, saves energy, cuts carbon emission, reduces landfill waste and is cheaper than waste collection and disposal.
Hunter Foods’ ambition is that 100% of our packaging will be recyclable or reusable within 3 to 5 years, without compromising on quality. We know that most packaging cannot be avoided altogether because it is essential to protect food from damage, germs or pests when being transported. We are working hard to make sure our food is packaged in a way that keeps it fresh and safe, and ensures the natural world and the animals that live in it are not harmed by plastic wastes.