Product Spotlight - Eco Friendly Packaging in PIR & PCR Plastic

PIR stands for Post Industrial Resin. This type of plastic is made up of the perfectly fine leftovers from the manufacture of polypropylene plastic containers. The PIR is cleaned and molded to form new containers, preventing the leftovers from reaching landfills.

• PIR Features:
• Strong moisture barrier
• Reduces plastic sent to landfills
• Highly durable
• Good impact resistance
  
  

SKS offers black PIR jars in a straight sided style with either black frosted dome caps or black frosted deep skirted smooth caps. Black plastic jars in PIR ofer the same characteristics and benefits of virgin polypropylene jars, including the barriers against oils and alcohols that make them a viable option for body care products.

PCR is different than PIR, but just as eco friendly. PCR means Post Consumer Resin, and is composed of PET plastic that was used by customers and then recycled. After PET plastic from an assortment of bottles, jars, and containers is recycled, manufacturers clean, shred, and melt the plastic to create new plastic containers.

• PCR Highlights:
• No deterioration of quality
• Increasing customer demand
• Reduces the use of fossil fuels
  

Choose black PCR jars with black PS22 lined caps; smooth F217 lined caps, and black dome caps for beauty care products that could include skin creams, bath scrubs, and lotions. The shiny appearance and range of sizes available in these PCR jars allow you to create a high end eco friendly beauty product line with ease.

Clear PCR deli tubs are a practical eco friendly packaging choice for more than just food! These PCR tubs could be used as a unique eco friendly way to package bath bombs, bath salts, and soap bars. All of the PCR tubs include tamper evident lids, ensuring that the body care products have not been opened prior to purchase, helping to build customer trust.