Sustainable Food Packaging
Balancing high-barrier shelf life protection with responsible, eco-conscious materials.
Enduropac supplies engineered packaging that balances compliance with food safety and operational reliability
Container Material Matrix
| Variable | PP (Polypropylene) | CPET (Crystallised PET) | Aluminium Foil |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainability | Preferred for chilled/microwave paths due to robust onshore #5 recycling. | Accepted. Limited recyclability in NZ; sorting issues with pigmented/crystallised plastics. | Preferred – infinitely recyclable metal, saleable post-consumer product. |
| Best Food Format | Chilled, fresh, or microwave-only convenience meals. | Frozen, dual-ovenable, air fryer, or premium oven-bake meals. | Pies, lasagnes, roasts, or frozen meals. |
| Heating Limits | Microwave only (up to ~110°C). Melts in conventional ovens. | Dual-Ovenable (-40°C to 220°C). Ideal for freezer-to-oven transitions. | Conventional Oven/Grill (+250°C). Microwave safe in modern units when spaced correctly. |
| Barrier Properties | Good moisture barrier; average oxygen barrier. | Excellent oxygen and moisture barrier; extends shelf life. | Excellent oxygen and moisture barrier; extends shelf life. |
| Cost & Shelf Appeal | Economical and lightweight. Lid-able – PET lid or film. | Medium cost; opaque or coloured tray. Lid-able – PET lid or film. | Mid-to-high cost; premium, traditional look. Lid-able – PET lid or film. |