Food packaging is a crucial industry; however, it is also facing escalating environmental challenges. The quantity of food packaging consumed annually is vast, and plastic food packaging constitutes a significant portion. According to statistics, nearly 40% of all plastics produced worldwide today are used for food and beverage packaging. While paper packaging is considered relatively environmentally friendly, it also presents a series of recycling challenges. For instance, the surface lamination is often difficult to separate and recycle. Additionally, the product and brand information on packaging currently mostly use fossil-based ink printing, which does not naturally degrade. Therefore, even using paper packaging, the ink itself can contribute to environmental pollution.

Although there are continually new recyclable plastic packaging products entering the market, the current global plastic recycling system remains imperfect. Different types of plastics are challenging for recycling, resulting in a relatively low recycling rate for plastic packaging. Even in developed countries like the United States, the urban plastic recycling rate was only 5%-6% in 2021. As environmental awareness gradually increases today, there is an urgent need to find more sustainable food packaging solutions to mitigate adverse environmental impacts. YUTOECO, as a sustainability solution pioneer beyond packaging, offers a series of eco-friendly packaging solutions for the existing mainstream applications.

For the catering industry, with the continuous expansion of the takeout business in recent years, the use of takeout packaging has significantly increased. Traditional takeout packaging is mainly made of plastic, which does not degrade under natural conditions. As the use of plastic containers increases, so does the environmental impact. To address this issue, YUTOECO adopts natural plant fibers such as bamboo and sugarcane to produce biodegradable packaging boxes for the takeout industry. These pulp-molded boxes fulfill all the requirements of takeout containers, including waterproof, greaseproof, and sealed properties. In response to the PFAS ban requirements in some countries, YUTOECO can also provide PFAS-free solutions to meet diverse customer needs. This molded pulp packaging effectively reduces the catering industry's dependence on traditional plastic containers, emphasizing environmental consciousness and promoting sustainable development in the catering sector. In addition to being applied in the takeout industry, these eco-friendly containers can also be used in areas such as retail, supermarkets, coffee roasting, and more.

For fresh food packaging, it is often necessary to ensure the freshness of the food for an extended period. Due to the excellent performance of plastics, the majority of current fresh food packaging predominantly consists of an all-plastic design, resulting in a considerable amount of plastic waste and causing significant environmental pollution after use. However, achieving the required freshness standards with purely paper packaging is challenging. Therefore, besides considering the environmental friendliness of the packaging itself, fresh food packaging also needs to address performance such as barrier performance, plastic reduction, and recyclability. YUTOECO, while considering the performance of achieving fresh food packaging, provides an eco-friendly alternative that can substantially reduce plastic usage. According to internal calculations, YUTOECO's fresh food containers can reduce plastic usage by 80-90% compared to the old-style fresh food trays used by customers.

Besides food packaging directly in contact with food in the catering industry, there are also various types of outer food packaging, with many retail food packages still using plastic as the main material. With brand owners gradually committing to sustainable development goals, there is a growing trend of replacing plastic with paper in packaging. Many brands have successfully transitioned from plastic to paper packaging. For outer food packaging, YUTOECO can provide a diverse range of packaging solutions. Regarding the materials used in packaging, we offer not only traditional paper packaging but also the latest in plant fiber packaging, which uses renewable raw materials. This plant fiber option is more sustainable compared to traditional paper packaging that relies on wood fiber. Additionally, since branding and product information are often printed on packaging, the use of ink can contribute to environmental issues. To address this concern, YUTOECO offers embossing solutions, eliminating the need for ink while still presenting brand and product information. Furthermore, we also provide environmentally friendly biodegradable inks to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

With the growing awareness of environmental issues, the food packaging industry needs more sustainable solutions. YUTOECO, as a pioneer in sustainable innovations, provides eco-friendly packaging solutions for various sectors, including restaurants, fresh produce, and other fields. By reducing plastic usage and adopting biodegradable materials, YUTOECO strives to minimize the adverse environmental impact of food packaging. As technology advances and environmental awareness continues to rise, YUTOECO aims to drive the ongoing sustainable development of the food packaging industry.