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We thought we\u2019d break down some of the recent packaging and plastic trends we\u2019ve seen.Read on to learn more.1. Environmental Sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, RecycleOne of the most \u201con-trend\u201d topics has been plastics and sustainability, such as products that are low-impact on the environment and minimize waste.One of these has been bioplastics — or plastics that are either created from natural materials or biodegradable. This is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the plastics industry, with more than 1.7 million metric tons produced in the U.S. just in 2014, according to the Plastics Industry Association.At Versa Pak, one of the ways we focus on sustainability is through our recycling efforts — we recycle everything we can.\u201cVersa Pak continues to run recycled products for our customer depending on what the application is for, as recycled resin can\u2019t be used in FDA products,\u201d Sales Manager Jeff Knapke said. \u201cAnd all the recyclable resins we use are generated from our scrap materials.\u201d\u00a0Learn more about our recycling efforts >>2. Minimalist Packaging: Less is MoreIs it time to simplify your product?\u00a0From your product\u2019s design to the consumer\u2019s unboxing experience, basic needs are the focus of the minimalism trend that has become more popular lately.\u00a0Whether it\u2019s in the product design or the amount of filler packaging, less is more. This may tie back to the sustainability trend when analyzing consumer behavior: less packaging = better for the environment.\u00a03. Reducing Chemicals: Ensuring Safety in Food PackagingIt seems like every few months, another study comes out about chemical contamination in food packaging. One of the chemicals that shows up more and more is PFAS — polyfluoroalkyl substances.\u00a0In addition to food packaging, these man-made chemicals are found in a variety of sources, and long-term exposure to them has been proven by the EPA to have adverse effects on humans.While some of these chemicals have been phased out of production, it\u2019s critical to choose a product manufacturer who adheres to strict regulations, such as the SQF certification.Related Read: The Importance of Food Safety Certifications4. Artificial Intelligence: Smart PackagingThere are no unboxing robots yet (that we know of), but everyday AI is around the corner — and in your consumers\u2019 homes. After all, they just have to ask Alexa for a refill and it\u2019s on the way in two days.Is there a way to automate your product\u2019s packaging? From cups that cheer with the crowd at the big game to interactive food labels, smart packaging is one trend to watch.\u00a0Let Us Help You Get StartedReady to give one of these trends a try? Versa Pak can help.Request your custom quote today, and a member of our team will be in touch with you soon.Request My Quote >>"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.versa-pak.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Four Packaging Trends to Watch","item":"https:\/\/www.versa-pak.com\/blog\/four-packaging-trends-to-watch\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]