Two Premium Sustainable Paperboard Options for Folding Cartons

Brands face increasing pressure to balance premium presentation with environmental responsibility. A seasoned printing and packaging supplier understands this challenge intimately. If you’re looking for two premium and sustainable paperboard options to integrate into your folding cartoon design, consider Enviro+ 100 and Bespoke paperboards. 

Both have exceptional durability and impressive sustainability credentials; these innovative paperboard options stand out for their unique combination of design features and versatile applications across several industries. 

As we explore the diverse uses of these premium substrates, you'll discover how Oliver’s advanced printing and finishing capabilities can transform this eco-conscious material into packaging that not only protects your products but also elevates your brand presence on the shelf.

So, whether you're seeking child-resistant cannabis packaging or pharmaceutical solutions that meet strict regulatory requirements, Enviro+ 100 and Bespoke paperboards offer the perfect foundation for your sustainable packaging needs.

Key Takeaways:

• Composed of 100% pre- and post-consumer waste materials, Enviro+ 100 provides exceptional sustainability benefits through its closed-loop, zero-waste manufacturing system while maintaining premium print quality with a smoother, whiter surface than traditional post-consumer waste alternatives.
• Bespoke paperboard combines premium quality with comprehensive sustainability features, including FSC certification, biodegradability, and production using Green-E Certified Renewable Energy Credits and wind power.
• Versatile across multiple industries, from cannabis and pharmaceuticals to food and beauty products, Bespoke paperboard can be enhanced through Oliver Inc.'s advanced printing capabilities including hot foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV finishing.
• As a domestic packaging partner, Oliver Inc. ensures rigorous quality control and SQF certification while offering state-of-the-art technology—delivering consistent, high-quality packaging solutions that meet specific industry requirements.

Enviro+ 100: 100% Recycled Paperboard for Eco-Friendly Packaging

Enviro+ 100 is a premium, eco-friendly paperboard with exceptional sustainability benefits and high-quality performance.

Enviro+ 100 is composed of 100% pre- and post-consumer waste materials—making it a fully recycled product. This high recycled content significantly reduces the demand for virgin wood fibers and helps conserve forest resources, enhancing its green credentials, including Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) certifications. 

Brands that utilize Enviro+ 100 are reducing waste because this highly recyclable substrate operates on a closed-loop system, ensuring nothing gets left behind in production. This zero-waste approach minimizes the environmental impacts of manufacturing. 

Despite its eco-friendly nature, Enviro+ 100 doesn't compromise on quality. It offers excellent printing capabilities and improved aesthetics, being notably smoother and whiter than previous post-consumer waste alternatives. This ensures your brand can maintain high standards for its packaging while enhancing its environmental profile.

By choosing Enviro+ 100, your company demonstrates its commitment to environmental responsibility, while still meeting your packaging and printing needs with a high-quality product.

Industrial Applications for Enviro+ 100

Food & Beverage

Enviro+ 100's strength and printability make it ideal for packaging dry foods such as cereals, while its recyclability means it’s a great alternative to plastic carriers for canned or bottled drinks. Its grease-resistant properties also make it suitable for packaging ready-to-eat meals and fast food items. 

Health & Beauty

The high-quality printing surface of Enviro+ 100 accommodates vibrant, eye-catching designs on makeup product boxes. Soap and bath folding cartons benefit from its durability and moisture resistance, as well. 

Cannabis

Enviro+ 100 can be used to create secure, child-resistant boxes for cannabis products. Its food-grade properties also enhance its standing among edibles brands.

Consumer Goods Industry

From household items such as detergents and cleaners to electronics and toys, Enviro+ 100 delivers unrivaled durability, keeping products secure while conserving the natural environment. 

Pharmaceutical Industry

Enviro+ 100 paperboard can be used in over-the-counter medicine boxes because it meets FDA standards for food contact and prescription drug cartons. Its strength accommodates anti-counterfeiting features and clear labeling.

Bespoke Paperboard: Premium Sustainable Substrate for Folding Cartons

Bespoke paperboard is another premium sustainable substrate that combines quality with eco-conscious practices. It is uncoated on both sides, compostable, FSC certified, biodegradable, and recyclable. It is also made with Green-E Certified Renewable Energy Credits and wind power.

Yes, it’s that environmentally friendly. 

Several features contribute to Bespoke paper's status as an environmentally friendly substrate option for folding cartons:

• Uncoated Surface. Bespoke’s uncoated surface enhances the tactile experience (inviting consumers to handle your products longer), requires fewer chemicals in manufacturing, provides a natural aesthetic, and ensures superior print quality for certain applications.
• FSC Certification. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification ensures that the fiber used in production comes from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits, promoting sustainable forestry practices and helping to preserve natural habitats and biodiversity. 
• Biodegradability. Decomposing naturally over time means Bespoke paperboard will not contribute to long-term environmental pollution. 
• Compostability. Bespoke paperboard can break down organically and contribute to compost, enriching the soil without leaving harmful residues, which supports sustainable waste management practices and helps divert organic waste from landfills.
• Renewable Energy. Produced using Green-E Certified Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and wind power projects, the energy used in Bespoke paperboard production comes from renewable sources, reducing the carbon footprint and contributing to developing clean energy solutions.
• Recyclability. Bespoke paperboard is fully recyclable, meaning it can be reprocessed and repurposed into new paper products. This helps minimize waste and supports a circular economy where materials are reused, reducing the need for virgin resources (which are vital carbon sinks). 

Industrial Applications for Bespoke Paperboard

As your trusted domestic packaging partner, Oliver Inc. transforms this adaptable material into powerful branding assets through our advanced printing and finishing capabilities.

Cannabis

In the cannabis sector, where branding and compliance are paramount, Bespoke paperboard delivers on both fronts. Its customizability means your brand can create unique packaging for flowers, edibles, and concentrates, ensuring shelf appeal and brand recognition. Bespoke paperboard can be engineered with child-resistant closures and other anti-counterfeiting features, addressing regulatory requirements while maintaining a commitment to sustainability.

Through our advanced Heidelberg Speedmaster press, we achieve precise color matching and sharp details that make your products stand out in dispensary settings.

Food & Beverage

For food and beverage companies, Bespoke paperboard delivers a safe and sustainable packaging option, from chocolates and confectionery to dry goods and beverages. When combined with appropriate food-safe coatings or liners, it meets health and safety guidelines for direct food contact. Its machinability and printability also make it an ideal choice for multipacks and other consumer-friendly packaging formats.

In the food and beverage sector, our SQF certification ensures your Bespoke paperboard packaging meets the highest safety standards. Whether you're packaging premium chocolates or frozen foods, our Koenig & Bauer Rapida 145 seven-color press achieves exacting color consistency, making your products stand out. The material's inherent sustainability, verified through FSC and SFI certifications, resonates with eco-conscious consumers while maintaining product freshness and integrity. 

Health & Beauty

The natural aesthetic and tactile qualities of Bespoke paperboard convey a sense of purity and environmental responsibility many equate with the health and beauty industry. 

Bespoke paperboard truly shines through our sophisticated finishing options. Our advanced hot foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV capabilities elevate your packaging with premium touches that capture consumer attention. The natural tactile quality of paperboard, enhanced through these finishing techniques, creates an engaging unboxing experience that reinforces your brand's luxury positioning, 

This makes it a versatile choice for premium packaging of hygiene products, perfumes, and cosmetics.

Consumer Goods

In the realm of consumer electronics and other goods, Bespoke paperboard’s protective qualities ensure the safe transport of products, while its sustainability boosts brand reputation and fosters customer loyalty. Our extended gamut printing capabilities ensure your brand colors remain consistent across all packaging materials.

Pharmaceuticals

The pharmaceutical industry relies on paperboard for folding cartons due to its customizable nature and ability to meet stringent health and safety guidelines, crucial for pharmaceutical packaging integrity.

Bespoke paperboard solutions can incorporate advanced coding and serialization to ensure product safety and traceability throughout the supply chain. The use of responsibly sourced and recyclable materials further enhances the appeal of Bespoke paperboard in this highly regulated sector.

In the pharmaceutical sector, where regulatory compliance is paramount, our rigorous quality control systems and SQF certification ensure your packaging meets strict standards. Our sophisticated die-cutting capabilities enable complex structural designs that protect sensitive products while maintaining user accessibility.

Collaborate With a Domestic Custom Packaging Supplier

Working with a nationwide partner such as Oliver Inc. means you can quickly adapt your packaging to market demands while maintaining the highest quality standards through our comprehensive quality control systems.

By choosing Oliver Inc. you gain access to state-of-the-art technology, rigorous quality control, and deep expertise in Enviro+ 100 and Bespoke paperboard applications. Our domestic manufacturing facilities ensure responsive service and reliable delivery, while our commitment to sustainability helps you meet growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Oliver Inc. is the nation's leading independent supplier of custom paperboard packaging solutions. Our advanced printing technology will elevate your next folding carton design. Contact us today to learn more.