Sharpak is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation in sustainable packaging: CPAK Jazz, a recyclable, ovenable CPET tray, aimed at the ready-meal market, that features over 70% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, all of which is sourced exclusively from the UK. This groundbreaking development underscores Sharpak’s unwavering commitment to reducing environmental impact while supporting local recycling infrastructure.
Sustainability at the Core
At Sharpak, sustainability is not just a goal but a guiding principle that shapes all aspects of the business. The company’s long history of innovation and technical expertise has enabled them to create packaging solutions that are both functional and environmentally responsible. CPAK Jazz is the latest example of these efforts to push the boundaries of product design and sustainability.
Supporting the Jazz Waste Stream
One of the standout features of CPAK Jazz is its use of recycled Jazz plastic, which historically is difficult to reuse due to its colour variations. Sharpak’s UK-sourced Jazz undergoes a rigorous cleaning process before being blended with a masterbatch to ensure colour consistency. This not only reduces reliance on virgin materials and gives new life to a material that is difficult to recycle but also helps stimulate demand for Jazz plastic in the recycling market.
"We are immensely proud to introduce CPAK Jazz, a true milestone in our journey towards more sustainable packaging solutions,” comments Tim Roberts, Sales Director of Sharpak’s Bridgewater facility. “By utilising entirely UK-sourced recycled materials, CPAK Jazz not only supports local recycling efforts but also helps to close the loop on difficult-to-recycle materials like Jazz plastic. This product represents our vision of a more sustainable future, where innovation and responsibility go hand in hand. We will continue to challenge ourselves and the industry to achieve outstanding results, for both our customers and the environment."
Key Features of CPAK Jazz:
- Fully Recyclable: CPAK Jazz is a mono-material tray classified as 'Recycle' by the On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) and is collected via kerbside recycling.
- UK-Sourced Recycled Content: Over 70% of the tray is made from post-consumer recycled material, sourced entirely from the UK, verified by an external audit.
- Utilises Recycled Jazz: CPAK Jazz incorporates recycled 'Jazz' plastic, a material that is traditionally challenging to recycle due to its colour variations. By utilising recycled Jazz, Sharpak supports this waste stream, promotes the circularity of the material, and drives demand for its reuse.
- Exceptional Functionality: Designed to meet the high demands of the ready-meal market, CPAK Jazz offers outstanding performance while being environmentally responsible.
- Colour Options: While pastel green is the standard colour, other options are available to suit various market needs.
- Manufactured in the UK: Manufactured at Sharpak’s cutting-edge facility in Bridgwater, guaranteeing a product proudly made in the UK.
A Holistic Approach to Sustainable Packaging
The development of CPAK Jazz was driven by a holistic approach to sustainability. Sharpak’s goals were clear: reduce reliance on virgin materials, lower carbon footprint by sourcing locally, and support the UK's recycling efforts. CPAK Jazz achieves all of these, setting a new standard in sustainable packaging for the ready-meal market.
For more information, visit www.sharpak.co.uk