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and shipping costs, local sourcing can also result in cheaper The Kraft paper pouch described in the provided data is a
manufacturing costs. 250-oxo-degradable stand-up pouch (SUP) designed for food
storage, featuring a resealable zipper. With dimensions of
Moreover, including regional vendors in a business's supply 160 mm in width, 230 mm in height, and a 45 mm gusset
chain helps local economies expand while also lessening its on each side, this pouch is constructed from a combination
adverse effects on the environment. Selecting moral vendors of materials, including 60 GSM brown kraft paper, adhesive,
who follow environmental guidelines aids in the advancement and a 60-micron oxo-degradable polyethene (PE) layer. This
of sustainable business processes. By ensuring that resources composition offers a balance of durability, sustainability, and
are produced for the environment and labour rights, ethical practicality, making the pouch a popular choice for packaging
sourcing helps businesses establish their reputation as dried food products.
sustainability advocates. Working with regional suppliers also
strengthens ties throughout the community, which allows the
local economy.

This stand-up pouch is especially appealing for eco-conscious
businesses, as it incorporates oxo-degradable materials
that break down more easily in the environment compared
to conventional plastics. The brown kraft paper adds to its
rustic and natural aesthetic, making it ideal for artisanal or
sustainable product lines. Moreover, the inclusion of a zipper
enhances its functionality by allowing consumers to reseal
Eco-Solution 1: Kraft Paper Pouch the pouch after opening, thereby preserving the product's
freshness.

The primary material used in this solution is Kraft paper,
which is an eco-friendly product that is a favoured choice
for companies that strive for low environmental impacts. It
is widely used due to its strength and versatility, making it
functional and durable. It is a robust material that not only
uses fewer chemicals but is less harmful to the environment
when producing the packages. The packaging is made
from natural wood fibres, making it biodegradable, which
can break down naturally over time through the action
of microorganisms, resulting in less land field waste, thus
Figure 1. Kraft Paper Pouch
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