Smart Packaging
Intelligent Tracking and Authentication
Description: Embed smart sensors or QR codes in plastic packaging to enable real-time tracking throughout the supply chain. Consumers can scan the code to verify product authenticity and access information about its origin, ingredients, and environmental impact.
Impact: Enhances transparency, reduces counterfeiting, and encourages responsible disposal.
Active Packaging for Food Preservation
Description: Develop packaging materials with built-in antimicrobial agents or oxygen scavengers. These active components extend the shelf life of perishable goods, reducing food waste. For instance, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) maintains optimal gas composition inside food packages.
Impact: Minimizes food spoilage, promotes sustainability, and supports circular economy goals.
Smart Labels for Recycling Guidance
Description: Integrate QR codes or NFC (Near Field Communication) tags on plastic packaging. When scanned, these labels provide recycling instructions specific to the material type, local regulations, and collection points. Users can make informed decisions on proper disposal.
Impact: Improves recycling rates, reduces contamination, and encourages responsible recycling behavior.
IoT-Enabled Reusable Packaging Systems
Description: Implement Internet of Things (IoT) technology to manage reusable plastic containers. Track their usage, cleanliness, and maintenance. Collaborate with retailers and logistics providers to create closed-loop systems where consumers return empty containers for cleaning and reuse.