Packaging options are more limited and challenging for liquid products, especially for e-commerce. Breakage and leakage are still the biggest hurdles for many brand owners. More and more consumers are purchasing various products online while maintaining the focus on environmental impacts. The challenge is to find durable and efficient packaging while offering superior sustainability.…
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3 challenges of e-commerce liquid packaging
Lead Time Notification
Dear Customer, As you may have already heard, due to the virus situation and the increase in e-commerce orders (Amazon, etc.) there is an ongoing shortage of paper used in the manufacture of our cartons. In addition, the carton vendors are experiencing issues with Covid related interruptions, which has resulted in lead times being…
Read More“Reduce” packaging plastics is the fastest way to improve sustainability
Sustainability is a necessary aspect of packaging nowadays. Plastic packaging is getting a bad reputation, but plastic reduces waste by extending shelf life and protecting products. So, it is not surprising that packaging is the top plastic waste globally.1 It is expected to have four times more plastic waste by 2050.2 We are all…
Read MoreRefill Pouch Market Success Story
Where there is Zacros, there is a way. Refillable pouches are popular nowadays for personal and home care products in Japan. Zacros introduced a refill concept to the market back in the ’90s. Zacros drove the spread of this refill category, which symbolizes the “refill culture” unique in the world. Demand for personal and home…
Read MoreChemical Compatibility and Package Material
Chemical compatibility is strongly related to package material. When choosing a container, the compatibility of the contents with the material forming the container is crucial. Hazardous materials (commonly referred to as Hazmat) bear legal responsibility for chemical compatibility. Chemical compatibility is highly dependent on the packaging, so it is essential to understand the properties…
Read MoreSustainable Packaging Solutions – Environmental Impact of Packaging Life Cycle
Many brands and consumers focus on recyclability or PCR (Post Consumer Resin) packaging for sustainable packaging solutions. Recyclability is an essential aspect of sustainability, but it is just one of many solutions. It is crucial to understand how each packaging life cycle impacts the environment and ecological footprint. Many types of rigid packaging are…
Read MoreSystem Upgrade Notification
In our best efforts to provide an excellent service to all of our customers, we plan to perform a system upgrade on July 1st, 2020. We have been working hard to avoid any issues, and we will do our best to complete this task in the shortest time possible. Please contact us if you…
Read MoreCubitainer® Filling
The Cubitainer® filling is a simple process. Inflate, fill, and cap. Inflation Inflate the Cubitainer® using low-pressure high-volume air. The inflation process should take no more than 2 or 3 seconds. Filling The reversible neck design requires support during filling. Capping There are various filling machines available in the market, from semi-automated to…
Read MoreNew Product – Dispensing Tap
Zacros now offers a convenient dispensing tap with a translucent body. The tap makes it easy to dispense and control. This dispensing tap is for all sizes Cubitainer® with a 38mm neck finish. To learn more about product offerings, or contact us today.
Read MoreZacros joins Sustainable Packaging Coalition
Zacros America has been accepted as a member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), a membership-based organization that focuses on sustainable packaging. Under our corporate principle, “Contributing to a more comfortable society by creating High-Value Packaging,” we have developed functional packaging which contributes to the advancement and sustainability of our society. Joining the SPC…
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