A comparison of plastic materials for packaging reveals one clear winner.

If you have a high-end product and a dedication to sustainability, then choosing the right plastic packaging is essential.

To decide, we’re looking for these features:

•    high transparency/clarity (glass-like)
•    strong chemical resistance
•    sturdy physical resistance (shatterproof, feels “serious” in your hand)
•    eco-friendly; international recycle code #1
•    quality to price ratio (value)

PET plastic packaging, particularly when done in the Heavy Wall style, meets or exceeds all five.

But let’s compare with other plastics available.

PP (Polypropylene): poor transparency, recycle code #5.

AS (Acrylonitrile Styrene) / SAN (Styrene-Acrylonitrile): acid sensitive, easier to crack, recycle code #7.

Acrylic / PMMA (Poly Methyl Methacrylate): acid sensitive, overly bulky, recycle code #7.

PETG: higher raw material cost, recycle code #7.

Now all these other plastics have good applications across the world.

If you were severely budget-constrained, if you had a bargain product for a customer driven only by price, then PET Heavy Wall may not be the best choice for you.

But for a luxury hair or skin care brand, the quality eco-conscious packaging winner is clearly PET.

EPOPACK specializes in PET Heavy Wall cosmetic packaging that is glass-like in clarity and appearance. It’s beauty in a sustainable, convenient plastic. And fully customizable.

Contact us today and we’ll send you a sample kit of the best selling PET bottles or jars so you can find the best one for your products:

amybp@epopack.com