\nTheir current packaging relied heavily on single-use plastic materials<\/strong> \u2014 primarily bubble wrap and plastic tape<\/strong> \u2014 placed inside a large 12-bottle cardboard base<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
The consequences of a breakage were serious: The annual estimated volume is 12,000 shipments<\/strong>. For operational efficiency, they preferred packs of 3 or 4 bottles<\/strong> instead of one large bulk format.<\/p>\n Design compact, single-use-plastic-free and shock-resistant packaging<\/strong> to guarantee the integrity of each bottle during shipment \u2014 even in case of accidental breakage.<\/p>\n \u2022 Zero single-use plastic (no bubble wrap, no tape) After receiving the bottle samples, our team performed internal stress and drop tests. \u2013 Replaces single-use bubble wrap entirely \u2013 No single-use plastic fillers required Packing time:<\/strong> less than 1 minute<\/strong> By eliminating bubble wrap and switching to 100% recyclable packaging<\/a>, the client expects to achieve:<\/p>\n \u2022 Zero-oil contamination risk during shipment Sustainable packaging is not just about materials \u2014 it\u2019s about function, logistics, and risk management<\/strong>. For transparency reasons, the company name is not disclosed, but the solution is now being replicated in other industries such as: We offer internal tests using real samples, plus a commercial proposal based on your estimated volumes. Who Was the Client and What Was the Challenge? A major Italian nutraceutical company contacted us with a recurring operational problem: glass bottles containing fish oil were frequently damaged during shipment. Their current packaging relied heavily on single-use plastic materials \u2014 primarily bubble wrap and plastic tape \u2014 placed inside a large 12-bottle cardboard base. …<\/p>\n
\n\u2013 oil leakage could contaminate the entire shipment
\n\u2013 customer experience was compromised
\n\u2013 additional shipping and replacement costs
\n\u2013 handling single-use plastic waste conflicted with their sustainability roadmap<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat Were the Objectives and Constraints?<\/h2>\n
Objective:<\/h3>\n
Constraints:<\/h3>\n
\n\u2022 Fast packing process (under 1 minute)
\n\u2022 Each bottle must be individually protected
\n\u2022 A broken bottle must not<\/em> compromise the others
\n\u2022 Minimise cost per shipment
\n\u2022 Standard products with immediate availability<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.botta.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/context-english.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\nWhat Solution Did BOTTA EcoPackaging Provide?<\/h2>\n
\nWe identified a dual-component solution<\/strong>, using only standard paper-based products<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n
Eco-Sleeve<\/a> Standard<\/h3>\n
\n\u2013 Higher version ensures full top protection
\n\u2013 Isolates each bottle and prevents contact damage
\n\u2013 Absorbs liquid in case of breakage<\/li>\n Eco-Single Bottle Pinch Top Box<\/a><\/h3>\n
\n\u2013 Bottles remain fully stable during transit
\n\u2013 Resistant to handling, impacts, stacking
\n\u2013 Eliminates the need for the triple layer of protection<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nMaterials used:<\/strong> 100% recyclable, zero single-use plastic<\/strong>
\nAvailability:<\/strong> standard items, ready for immediate delivery<\/p>\nWhat Results Are Expected?<\/h2>\n
\n\u2022 Reduction of packaging time and labor costs
\n\u2022 Higher customer satisfaction and fewer claims
\n\u2022 Immediate alignment with sustainability goals
\n\u2022 Lower overall packaging cost per shipment
\n\u2022 Better stock management thanks to standardised formats<\/p>\nWhy This Approach Works<\/h2>\n
\nBy isolating each bottle and eliminating plastic, we transformed a fragile product into a controlled packaging system<\/strong> ready for frequent shipments.<\/p>\n
\n\u2013 nutraceutical products
\n\u2013 cosmetics
\n\u2013 craft beverages
\n\u2013 premium e-commerce<\/p>\nWant to Test This Solution on Your Products?<\/h2>\n
\nOur consultancy includes EU eco-labelling expertise and practical guidance for plastic elimination<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"