Material Composition | Eco-friendly packaging, corporate events | Industry: 40% recycled content (ISO 14021) Our Base: 70% recycled ▲ Our Advanced: 90% recycled ▲▲ | Reduces environmental footprint; meets EU sustainability goals | Advanced tier may incur 15% higher cost due to premium recycled materials |
Thickness | Heavy-duty transport, industrial use | Industry: 6mm (ISO 3801) Base/Advanced: 8mm ▲ (ISO 3801) | Enhanced durability for stacking; prevents bottle/can deformation | Slightly heavier than industry standard (adds 100g per unit) |
Certifications | EU market compliance, global exports | Industry: CE certification only Base: CE + EPR Germany Advanced: CE + EPR + FSC ▲ | Ensures regulatory compliance; FSC certifies sustainable forestry practices | FSC certification requires additional audits, increasing lead time by 3 days |
Customization | Promotions, branding, outdoor events | Industry: Basic printing Base: Matte lamination Advanced: UV coating ▲ (resists moisture for 48hrs, ISO 2817) | UV coating protects designs in rainy conditions; matte lamination reduces glare | UV coating adds 20% to printing costs |
Weight | Personal transport, frequent deliveries | Industry: 200g (plastic equivalent) Base: 150g ▲ (lightweight) Advanced: 160g (due to UV coating) | Base version 25% lighter than plastic; ideal for easy carrying | Advanced tier’s UV coating slightly increases weight compared to Base |
Environmental Compliance | Zero-waste events, sustainability audits | Industry: Recyclable (EN 13430) Base: 100% recyclable ▲ Advanced: 100% recyclable + carbon-neutral production ▲▲ | Advanced meets net-zero supply chain requirements; Base aligns with basic eco standards | Carbon-neutral production requires third-party validation, raising costs by 25% |