Package of the Month
Jung Pivots to Paper-Based Confectionery Packaging with Help of one.five
Jung is now using a solution that is fully recyclable in the wastepaper stream and generates up to 30% fewer emissions than comparable conventional OPP or plastic composite films.
Jung, a specialist in packaging services and solutions as well as a leading manufacturer of promotional items with a focus on confectionery, is adopting Bluemorph, a recyclable, paper-based packaging developed by one.five. one.five is a Hamburg-based provider of sustainable packaging solutions developed through the use of advanced AI technologies.
Confectionery packaging often consists of petroleum-based plastics or paper–plastic composites that are only partially recyclable. Jung therefore sought an alternative that could be integrated into existing filling processes while meeting requirements for durability, tear resistance and efficient processing.
With one.five’s paper-based barrier packaging, Jung is now using a solution that is fully recyclable in the wastepaper stream, delivers the necessary performance in the filling process and generates up to 30% fewer emissions than comparable conventional OPP or plastic composite films.
“With one.five’s paper-based solution, we can now use a packaging material for the first time that is fully recyclable, meets our requirements for reliable processing, long shelf life, and high product protection, and supports our efforts to enhance circularity,” says Peter Neff, Managing Director of Jung.
one.five’s paper-based packaging solution can replace a substantial portion of the previously used plastic-based materials and therefore significantly contributes to reducing plastic content. At the same time, it helps companies like Jung prepare early for the requirements of the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), for example with regard to recyclability and material savings.
“With one.five’s paper-based solution, we can now use a packaging material for the first time that is fully recyclable, meets our requirements for reliable processing, long shelf life, and high product protection, and supports our efforts to enhance circularity,” says Peter Neff, Managing Director of Jung.
one.five’s paper-based packaging solution can replace a substantial portion of the previously used plastic-based materials and therefore significantly contributes to reducing plastic content. At the same time, it helps companies like Jung prepare early for the requirements of the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), for example with regard to recyclability and material savings.
“Our paper-based packaging solutions can be integrated into existing production processes without major adjustments. This allows companies to switch to alternative packaging within a short period of time,” says Martin Weber, Founder and Managing Director of one.five. “Our collaboration with Jung demonstrates how technological development and innovation can come together with the practical needs of the filling process.”
Product photos courtesy of one.five. Background illustration by Yusak Laksmana / iStock via Getty Images Plus.
ACG Releases Desiccant-Based Cold-Form Laminate for Moisture-Sensitive Pharmaceutical Blisters
ACG, the world’s most integrated provider of solid-dosage and packaging solutions, recently announced the launch of DryPod™, a next-generation, desiccant-based, cold-form laminate engineered to protect highly moisture-sensitive drug molecules. DryPod™ marks a major advancement for pharmaceutical manufacturers who have long grappled with limited availability, rigid technologies, and compatibility issues within existing desiccant cold-form solutions.
Moisture protection is essential to ensure drug potency throughout the product’s retail life. However, current market offerings rely heavily on a single patented co-extrusion-based technology, creating challenges such as restricted machine compatibility, dependence on specific lidding foils, long lead times, limited supplier options, and inconsistent on-ground technical support. DryPod™ overcomes these barriers, giving pharmaceutical companies the freedom to innovate without compromising product protection, regulatory compliance, or operational efficiency.
DryPod™ is built using a proprietary lamination-based approach, enabling consistent performance across all standard blister-forming technologies. This eliminates the need for specialized retrofits or process changes and gives manufacturers complete flexibility to run DryPod™ on their existing blister lines. The laminate can also be sealed with any PE-sealable lidding foil, reducing procurement dependencies and ensuring supply-chain agility across global operations.
Engineered with zero overlap with existing active patents in the desiccant co-extrusion space, DryPod™ offers pharmaceutical companies complete legal clarity and peace of mind when switching suppliers, scaling production, or expanding into new markets. This removes a longstanding barrier for companies seeking secure, long-term, and globally compliant moisture-protection solutions.
DryPod™ is supported by ACG’s extensive global technical service network, ensuring smooth onboarding, rapid troubleshooting, and optimized packaging performance across diverse manufacturing environments. With its advanced protection capabilities and universal compatibility, DryPod™ represents a future-ready solution for safeguarding highly moisture-sensitive molecules.
DryPod™ is now commercially available worldwide.
Courtesy of ACG
La Terra Fina Rolls Out Reduced-Plastic Packaging for its Signature Quiches
La Terra Fina — known for its flavorful dips, spreads, and quiches — is taking a major step forward in advancing its commitment to sustainability with new, eco-friendly packaging for its signature Quiches.
The refreshed design maintains the same great size and flavor that customers love while significantly reducing plastic waste. The Costco and Sam’s Club Variety 2-Packs feature 75% less plastic than previous packaging, achieved by eliminating the dome and tray.
Retail Quiches (available at Kroger, Safeway, Sprouts, Albertsons, and other retailers) feature 80% less plastic than prior packaging.
The objective of the packaging change was to remove the plastic domes and trays. To achieve this, La Terra Fina introduced a redesigned sleeve for an improved presentation, a thicker thermoformed film to ensure product protection, a reduced case size and an optimized pallet configuration — improving both operational and logistical efficiencies.
“This packaging update reinforces La Terra Fina’s commitment to sustainability, making its protein-packed, ready-to-heat Quiches an even better choice on the grocery aisle,” the company noted.
