1. Optimize Packaging Design Dimensions: By measuring the actual volume of the product, adopting a fitted design to reduce unnecessary gaps can reduce material usage by 20%-35%. For example, using one-piece molding technology-creating a product from a single sheet of paper through cutting, folding, and gluing-can significantly reduce material costs and save storage space.
2. Simplify Packaging Structure: Reduce multi-layered packaging to fewer layers and eliminate redundant decorative packaging. For example, reduce 6-layer packaging to 3 layers, eliminating the multiple composite structures of independent trays + blister packs + color boxes. Simplify the internal and external structure to reduce packaging material consumption and manufacturing processes.
3. Choose Environmentally Friendly Materials: Use recyclable or biodegradable materials, such as recycled cardboard, bioplastics, corrugated paper (92% biodegradable), or mushroom-based packaging materials (decomposes naturally in 28 days). Choosing local suppliers can also reduce transportation costs.
4. Simplify Pattern and Color Design: Use geometric shapes in packaging design to reduce ink usage and shorten the time for consumers to recognize and identify the product. Use monochrome or minimal-color designs, or other cost-effective processes, and avoid overly decorative designs.
5. Optimize production processes. Employ automated production lines to improve efficiency and reduce labor costs. Recycle waste generated during production and accurately calculate material requirements to minimize waste.
