Failing to meet these standards or using terms like “Biodegradable” incorrectly can result in severe “greenwashing” penalties. This guide provides a definitive framework to help you audit your existing materials and future-proof your supply chain.
Traditional plastic containers may be functional, but they send one message: this brand hasn’t kept up. Foodservice operators are switching to kraft paper containers for reasons that go well beyond sustainability, and it’s worth understanding why.
Kraft paper containers suit most takeout and delivery applications, with clear advantages in regulatory compliance, brand presentation, and print flexibility. For high-temperature dishes, laminate-coated versions or plant fiber alternatives are recommended. EasyPack takes a procurement-focused approach to help you determine whether kraft paper containers align with your restaurant’s positioning.
2026 marks a critical year for food packaging compliance. As PPWR and PFAS bans take effect across the EU and U.S., EasyPack breaks down the latest global regulatory timelines and will showcase PFAS-free plant fiber and kraft paper container solutions at IDDBA in Orlando.
When did you last receive a price increase notice from your plastic container supplier? In early 2026, international oil prices jumped more than 74% in a single quarter, pulling plastic raw material costs up by an average of over 40%. The spike came fast, and procurement teams relying on plastic food containers are now dealing with a cost pressure that has no clear fix in sight. There may be an alternative worth looking at.
