New Reusable/Refillable Packaging Materials/Containers

A rundown of some of the newest packaging materials and containers developed for use in refillable/reusable applications.

ALPLA Group’s NOW solution for concentrated cleaning solutions
ALPLA Group’s NOW solution for concentrated cleaning solutions

Packaging suppliers have taken notice of brand owners’ growing interest in reusable packaging and have begun to offer stock packaging products for refill/reuse systems. What follows are a selection of these new products.

Bottle, Neck Insert for Concentrated Cleaners

ALPLA Group’s NOW solution for concentrated cleaning solutionsALPLA Group’s NOW solution for concentrated cleaning solutionsALPLA Group’s NOW solution for concentrated cleaning solutions consists of two elements. The first is a recyclable, 80-mL HDPE bottle that, when completely filled with concentrate, weighs just 10 g. According to Aptar, compared with containers for ready-to-use (RTU) products, the NOW container uses 80%-plus fewer materials. The container’s snap lid features a predetermined breaking point, yet is said to seal the bottle safely. The second component is a neck insert for a reusable bottle that allows for an easy press through the predetermined breaking point. To transfer the concentrate, the refill bottle is plugged head first onto the cleaner bottle, allowing the concentrate to flow cleanly into the bottle following an audible click. The neck insert remains in the neck of the reusable bottle, while the spray nozzle can be screwed back on without a problem.

Refillable Wooden Lipstick Pack

Aptar Beauty + Home and Quadpack's Iconic Woodacity refillable lipstick packageAptar Beauty + Home and Quadpack's Iconic Woodacity refillable lipstick packageAptar Beauty + Home and Quadpack have blended their respective expertise in stick mechanisms and wood to create a refillable lipstick package, the Iconic Woodacity. The package uses Aptar’s Iconic non-guided lipstick mechanism, which is said to offer a smooth, constant, and precise rotation over time. The mechanism is compatible with most filling lines, without adjustments. Polyoxymethylene (POM)-free, glue-free, and lubricant-free, the mechanism allows for smooth actuation of the bullet. The lipstick casing, from Quadpack, is made from 100%-certified ash wood from sustainably managed forests and features the new and patented Solo Twist system, which features an oval-shaped interior that ensures the cap auto-locks on a quarter turn. The lipstick case is refillable: Consumers simply pull out the used mechanism and snap in the new one. The package also enables users to have various lipstick colors and insert the one they want to use on a given day.

Refill System for Solid-Format Bar Products

The HEX hex-shaped, reusable, refillable system for dispensing solid-format refill bars from DCA Design International Ltd.The HEX hex-shaped, reusable, refillable system for dispensing solid-format refill bars from DCA Design International Ltd.The HEX hex-shaped, reusable, refillable system) for dispensing solid-format refill bars from DCA Design International Ltd. can be tailored to fit a range of personal care or laundry products. Base-loaded, the system provides a continuous conveyance of product. According to DCA, the consumer simply inserts the refill into the base and twists to dispense product. A thread cuts itself into the product, driving it forward or backward, with no additional parts required. The conveying device has a two-part drive mechanism that can be made from mono- or high recycled-content material. The hex-shaped refill also creates an efficient packing density.

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