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Tocco Report: UNPACK PACKAGING 2025-2026 EDITION

A Future Wrapped in Change

Packaging is integral to nearly every product we use, yet its widespread convenience comes with profound environmental consequences. From food to fashion, packaging not only facilitates modern commerce but also generates a significant waste burden, with plastic packaging contributing disproportionately to global pollution. As demand for sustainable solutions intensifies, the packaging industry finds itself at a pivotal moment. Emerging innovations and shifting regulatory landscapes offer a unique opportunity to rethink packaging and its role in both the economy and the environment.

This report by Tocco team explores the current state of packaging, the innovations transforming the industry, and the urgent need for redesign before the environmental costs become irreversible.

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  1. Packaging’s Paradigm Shift - The essential distinctions & the emerging framework for packaging’s future
  2. Biobased & Biodegradable Breakthroughs - Innovations in biodegradable alternatives & their potential to replace conventional plastics
  3. Reuse & Refill Revolution - Advancing reusable packaging systems, returnable containers, & refillable solutions.
  4. Designing for Recyclability - Advances in making packaging recyclable and circular -
    monomaterial designs, advanced recycling technologies, and closing the loop
  5. Systemic Solutions & Policy - Establishing the infrastructure and regulatory framework
    needed to scale circular packaging solutions
  6. Glossary - Key terms and concepts (biomaterials, processes, techniques, metrics)
    in sustainable packaging, explained
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Materials in focus

Explore the innovative materials shaping the future

Biodegradable
Explore the evolving landscape of biodegradable materials with a focus on biodegradable plastics.

Biodegradable

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Recycled
Discover the benefits and challenges of recycled materials, as well as insights into how recycling transforms waste into valuable resources.

Recycled

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Bamboo
Introducing bamboo as an interesting alternative material. Learn about bamboo's incredible growth, and processing into textiles, paper, and construction materials.

Bamboo

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Mycelium
Get into the world of mycelium, and discover its applications and the potential it holds for revolutionizing packaging and product design.

Mycelium

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Silk
Discover the intricate world of silk, its rich history, production processes, and its ethical alternatives.

Silk

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Upcycled
A deep dive into upcycled materials, examining their pros and cons

Upcycled

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Cotton
Learn about cotton, the world's most used natural fibers, its environmental aspects and its significance in the global textile industry

Cotton

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Linen
Dive into the rich history and versatile applications of linen, and understand why linen remains a timeless and eco-friendly choice in the world of natural fabrics.

Linen

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Latex
Explore the world of latex, where we compare the properties, uses, and environmental impacts of natural and synthetic latex.

Latex

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Bioplastic
Dive into the world of bioplastics and their role in sustainable development, and understand the benefits and challenges of bioplastics to replace petroleum-based plastics

Bioplastic

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Hemp
Discover hemp and learn about its production from plant to fabric and its wide-ranging applications in textiles, construction, and beyond.

Hemp

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Leather
Explore the world of leather and its alternatives. From plant-based options to synthetic varieties, learn about technological advancements shaping the future of leather.

Leather

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Jute
Discover the versatile world of jute, its origin, cultivation, and its role in the global textile industry.

Jute

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Banana Fibre
Discover the unique and sustainable world of banana fibre, and learn about the process of extracting fibre from banana plants.

Banana Fibre

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Wool
Explore the world of wool and the latest innovations in wool alternatives, especially plant-based, cruelty-free options.

Wool

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Fur
Explore the history, environmental impact, and ethical considerations of fur in fashion - and discover alternatives like faux fur, wool fur, and lab-grown options.

Fur

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Sisal
A deep dive into sisal, its origins, cultivation, and environmental benefits.

Sisal

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What's inside?

Wood-based biocomposite for luxury cosmetics packaging (e.g. jar lids) that biodegrades without leaving microplastics. Growth fact: Partnered with Chanel to incorporate Sulapac material in cosmetic lines, validating market for premium bio-packaging.
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Wood-based biocomposite for luxury cosmetics packaging (e.g. jar lids) that biodegrades without leaving microplastics. Growth fact: Partnered with Chanel to incorporate Sulapac material in cosmetic lines, validating market for premium bio-packaging.

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