Global Recycled Standard (GRS): A Practical Guide for US Packaging & Supply Chain Teams
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) helps brands and packaging suppliers verify recycled content and supply chain traceability. Learn when GRS is required, how certification works, and how US packaging teams can use it to meet customer expectations and sustainability goals with confidence.
What Is FSC Certification? A Complete Guide to FSC Labels and Packaging
FSC certification identifies packaging and paper products made from responsibly managed forests. Learn the meaning of FSC labels, how to apply them, and how to verify authenticity.
The Definitive Guide to Sam’s Club Packaging Requirements
A complete guide to meeting Sam’s Club packaging standards. Learn about approval processes, ISTA testing, labeling, sustainability goals, and club-ready pack design to ensure your packaging passes inspection and avoids costly rejections.
8 Proven Steps to Create an Unforgettable eCommerce Unboxing Experience
Your customer’s first in-person interaction with your brand happens when they open the box. From material choice to finishing touches, learn how to design packaging that turns every unboxing into a brand experience worth sharing.
Common International Packaging Symbols and Their Meanings
International packaging symbols are universal graphics that communicate handling, safety, and sustainability requirements on cartons and boxes. From “This Side Up” to recycling marks, these icons help packaging engineers, sourcing teams, and buyers prevent damage, ensure compliance, and support sustainable practices.
Download Free Vector Packaging Symbols (PDF)
Access a complete set of internationally recognized packaging symbols in vector format. Perfect for packaging engineers, sourcing teams, and designers who need quick, ready-to-use artwork. What’s Inside 📦 16 of the most common international packaging symbols ♻️ All 7 plastics recycling symbols 🌍 Covers handling, safety, and sustainability icons ✅ High-quality vector format for professional […]
Case Study: EPS-Free Retail Packaging for Homegoods with 36% Less Volume
The Challenge A growing homegoods brand was preparing for national retail rollout but faced mounting concerns over its existing retail packaging. The current solution relied heavily on EPS foam, which added unnecessary weight, increased shipping volume, and conflicted with the sustainability goals of both the brand and its retail partners. The packaging also failed to […]
Case Study: Sustainable eCommerce Packaging for Professional Stage Lighting Equipment
The Challenge A global distributor of professional stage lighting required new sustainable eCommerce packaging for a precision-engineered beam light. The existing packaging relied on bulky molded foam inserts that not only created excessive material waste but also added unnecessary shipping weight. Additionally, the foam-heavy solution was costly to assemble and posed risks during transit due […]
Costco Packaging Guide
Learn how to meet Costco’s strict packaging specs with this practical guide for brand managers and product developers. Covers display-ready design, pallet requirements, ISTA testing, sustainability, and common pitfalls to avoid.