Are you looking for recyclable packaging for protein powder, creatine, capsules, tablets, or other dietary supplements?
Whether you’re switching to single-material packaging, developing new packaging concepts, using films with recycled content, or preparing for future PPWR requirements—we’ll help you choose a packaging solution that’s perfectly suited to your product and your sustainability goals.
Feel free to email us at info_at_tbs-pack.de or call us at +49 2235 470 48 for a personalized consultation. Together, we’ll develop a customized packaging solution that effectively combines product protection, functionality, and sustainability.
With the European PPWR, recyclable packaging is becoming increasingly important. In the future, packaging must be designed to be more recyclable and meet the requirements of a functioning circular economy. For this reason, many manufacturers are already turning to single-material packaging, which is developed according to the principles of “Design for Recycling” and takes future developments into account at an early stage.
Requirements of the PPWR
With the new European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the requirements for packaging will continue to increase. The goal is to reduce packaging waste, promote recycling, and make packaging more recyclable in the long term. Companies that review and refine their packaging solutions early on lay a solid foundation for future requirements.
Design for Recycling as the Standard of the Future
The recyclability of packaging is determined as early as the design phase. The principle of Design for Recycling aims to design materials, printed graphics, and packaging structures in a way that best supports existing recycling processes. Monomaterial packaging plays a central role in this.
Packaging requirements vary significantly depending on the product. Protein powders require different barrier properties than capsules or gummies. At the same time, the packaging should be functional, high-quality, and as recyclable as possible.
Among other things, we develop the following packaging solutions:
Our packaging is suitable, for example, for:
Depending on the product, we work with you to determine which film structure, barrier properties, and features offer the best solution.
Single-material packaging consists primarily of a single type of plastic, such as polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP). As a result, it can often be sorted and recycled more effectively in existing recycling processes than traditional composite materials.
For manufacturers of dietary supplements, monomaterials offer numerous advantages:
The appropriate material structure always depends on the requirements of the specific product as well as the desired barrier properties.
Stick packs are a popular packaging solution for single-serving portions of dietary supplements. They are suitable for protein powder, creatine, electrolytes, collagen, and other powdered products, among others. Today, more sustainable stick pack solutions can be created using modern monomaterial films and films containing recycled content.
Recyclable flow packs and tubular pouches are becoming increasingly important, particularly in the sports nutrition sector. Protein bars, granola bars, functional bars, and energy bars require packaging with high seal quality, reliable product protection, and safe processing on horizontal tubular bag machines. As a manufacturer, we develop custom flow-pack films made from single-material films as well as packaging solutions using films with recycled content. Together, we’ll find a material structure that effectively combines product protection, machine compatibility, and sustainability.
Would you like to compare materials, texture, barrier properties, or features such as zippers, windows, or pour spouts before placing an order?
With the free Castelli® film sample box, you’ll receive a customized selection of packaging solutions tailored to your product. Depending on your application, we’ll put together samples from our range—such as stand-up pouches, Doypacks, mono-material bags, coffee bags, tubular pouches, stick packs, or other flexible packaging options.
After you submit your request, we’ll discuss your requirements in person and assemble a sample box tailored to your project.
Filling & Capping Machines for Bags
Our machines fill and seal stand-up pouches such as Doypacks reliably and efficiently – ideal for food, pet food or cosmetics.
Pillow Bag Machine Stick-Pack
Our stick-pack machine reliably packs powders, granulates and liquids into slim single portions – compact, hygienic and efficient.
Continuous Welding Machines
Our continuous welding machines weld your bags reliably – horizontally or vertically, depending on the product. Ideal for PE films, PP films and composite films.
Weighing & Filling Systems
High-precision dosing and filling technologies for consistent product quality and minimal material losses.
Yes, many types of dietary supplement packaging can be designed to be recyclable. Modern single-material packaging made of polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) facilitates better sorting and recovery in existing recycling processes. Which type of packaging is suitable depends, among other things, on the product, the required barrier properties, and the intended use.
Various recyclable packaging solutions are available for dietary supplements. These include, for example, recyclable stand-up pouches (Doypacks), stick packs, flat pouches, and single-material pouches. The right choice of packaging depends on the product, fill volume, product protection, and filling process. We'd be happy to help: info_at_tbs-pack.de.
Yes, Doypacks can also be designed to be recyclable. The key factors are the materials used and the packaging structure. Single-material Doypacks support “design for recycling” concepts while also offering high functionality and attractive product presentation.
Stand-up pouches or Doypacks with high barriers against moisture and oxygen are frequently used for protein powder. Depending on the requirements, these can also be designed as recyclable single-material packaging and equipped with a zipper or other features.
Capsules and tablets are often packaged in stand-up pouches, flat pouches, or other flexible packaging. The appropriate film structure depends on the requirements for product protection, shelf life, and processing, and can also be designed to be recyclable depending on the application.
Single-material bags are made primarily of a single type of plastic and thus support “design for recycling” concepts. Compared to packaging made of multiple layers of different materials, they are often easier to sort and recycle.
“Design for Recycling” refers to the development of packaging with the goal of supporting existing recycling processes as effectively as possible. Even during the material selection and packaging design phases, care is taken to facilitate subsequent sorting and recycling.
The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) aims to make packaging more recyclable and to reduce packaging waste. This includes, among other things, requirements regarding recyclability, the use of recycled materials, and the promotion of packaging designs that are suitable for recycling.
Single-material bags support many of the PPWR's objectives, particularly in the area of design for recycling. However, whether a package meets future requirements always depends on its specific design and the applicable legal requirements.
Recyclable packaging is designed to support existing recycling processes as effectively as possible. The PPWR also includes additional requirements, such as those related to packaging design, recyclability, and the use of recycled materials. Recyclability is therefore an important component, but not the only aspect of the PPWR.
Yes, depending on the application, packaging for dietary supplements can be manufactured using films that contain recycled material. Whether and to what extent this is possible depends on product protection requirements, processing needs, and applicable legal regulations.
PCR stands for Post-Consumer Recycled. PCR films contain plastics that were collected after use, recycled, and reused as raw materials. They help reduce the use of virgin plastics and make more efficient use of resources.
Films containing recycled content support the circular economy, reduce the need for new raw materials, and can help companies achieve their sustainability goals. At the same time, they must meet requirements for product protection, processing, and quality.
A first step is to review the existing packaging in terms of material composition, recyclability, and design for recycling. Together, we can evaluate suitable alternatives—such as single-material packaging or films containing recycled content—and tailor them to your product’s requirements.
Yes. As a manufacturer, we help companies develop and optimize sustainable packaging solutions. From selecting suitable materials to conducting material tests and providing samples, all the way through to developing recyclable single-material packaging, we’ll guide you every step of the way toward a future-oriented packaging solution. We'd be happy to help: info_at_tbs-pack.de.
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