Parkside has developed a new plastic-free, home-compostable packaging for Two Birds Cereals, a manufacturer of a range of super seed breakfast toppers.
The packaging is manufactured from wood-pulp that has been sourced using waste from eucalyptus plantations. It comprises a multi-layer laminate which offers high oxygen, aroma and moisture barriers to maintain optimum flavour and freshness, helping to extend the shelf life of the product contained within.
The packaging is designed to break down within 26 weeks in a home composting environment, has accreditation from TUV and is available in a range of aesthetic options including white, matt, clear, metallised and kraft.
‘These new packs are officially certified as home compostable in line with our ethical philosophy,’ said Tricia Traynor, co-founder of Two Birds Cereals. ‘We always aim to use sustainable and recyclable packaging so we could not turn down the opportunity to work with Parkside to bring their innovative compostable packs to Two Birds.’
Parkside’s compostable laminates are durable and impermeable, just like traditional plastic packaging, making them safe to use for food packaging. They are rigorously tested for eco-toxicity and a host of other criteria against EN 13432.
‘Food manufacturers, brands and retailers are looking for packaging solutions which strengthen their green credentials,’ added Paul Lenihan, business development manager at Parkside. ‘Food manufacturers, brands and retailers are looking for packaging solutions which strengthen their green credentials. Two Birds has sustainability as a core value of its business and we are extremely proud to have been able to partner with the team and add a new chapter to their brand story.’
