FAQ's

This depends on what finishes are applied to the cartons; both laminating and heavy foil coverage can impede the recycling process. At Knockout, we do not use lamination and avoid heavy foil coverage. If your carton does not make it to a recycling depot, using vegetable-based inks and water-based glues and coatings ensures that the carton will naturally biodegrade if it does end up in a landfill.  

• Paperboard from sustainably managed forests, often including post-consumer waste and recycled content  
• Vegetable oil-based inks  
• Water-based coatings  
• Water-based adhesives  

Secondary packaging provides an extra layer of protection to prevent breakage and helps to avoid the waste associated with that, including the increased carbon footprint of consumers returning damaged goods and product disposal. Packaging also provides a great opportunity to share more about the product and sustainability values beyond what’s on the limited space of the label.  

Folding cartons are one of the most sustainable packaging options because they are easily recycled through most curbside programs and can be transformed into high-quality recycled products.  

Yes, they can. Knockout offers paper made from 100% recycled pulp as well as stocks ranging from 10-30% Post–Consumer Waste content.  

FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) certified papers ensure that the main component, paperboard, is certified as being sourced from sustainably managed forests.   

• Using paperboard from sustainably managed sources.  
• Using inks, coatings, and adhesives that are environmentally friendly and do not contain harmful chemicals like BPAs, VOCs.  
• Optimizing production layouts for minimal waste and recycling any scrap materials.  
• Manufacturing close to the delivery location to reduce the carbon footprint.  
• Manufacturing using energy from renewable sources.  

There are always new and innovative packaging materials being developed, but with these comes an unpredictable and unestablished supply chain, which can cause sourcing issues. Our team is continually searching for reliable, innovative materials and packaging solutions for our clients.    

Look for FSC or SFI paper and ask lots of questions. Responsible packaging companies will be very transparent about the composition of their raw materials.  

68% of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products. This demand requires brands to look for more sustainable options. Consumers are more aware than ever of greenwashing claims and are looking for hard facts over general statements about a brand’s commitment to sustainability. 

Like most industries, the packaging industry is continually evolving; searching for more sustainable materials, coatings, and printing techniques is a priority for everyone. 

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