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Crown Poly

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Project Crown Poly
Brand(s) Various Packaged Product(s) Produce
Market(s) North America Release to Market(s)
Manufacturer Crown Poly Material(s) Pull & Pack Bag
Summary
  • Complies with GDR#8
  • Provider reports:
    • One bag at a time dispensing reduces bag waste
    • Self-opening bags resolve shopper’s #1 complaint about hard to open bags
    • Wide-opening bags are easy to load; static-free bags stay open for easy filling
    • High-strength bottom increases carrying capacity
    • FDA approved for safe and sanitary food handling
  • Provider notes SCS certification for post-consumer recycled material
  • Use of PCR reduces GHG emissions compared to same package with virgin material.
  • Provider partners with recycled material supplier on project that provides income to people collecting ocean-bound plastic
References Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) Design for Recycled Content Guide