4. What are the advantages of using a plastic containe
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Plastic isn’t always the first material that people think about when discussing recyclability, especially when compared to glass. But after some research, we believe plastic should be chosen over glass, especially for the food and beverage markets.
Weight and Durability
Glass is heavier and more fragile than plastic. This makes transportation more expensive due to increased weight and the need for packaging materials to cushion the product during transportation. Additional materials makes for a greater environmental impact. Because glass is more fragile than plastic, statistically, there will be more loss during transport (and in general) leading to decreased profits.
Plastic is much lighter and more durable than glass. This makes it cheaper to transport. Because there are fewer trips and less packaging material needed it also leaves a smaller carbon footprint. Additionally, plastic is more flexible than glass, making it easier to be molded which enables brands to build identity.
The Washington Post published an article discussing the disadvantages of glass peanut butter jars. It concluded that plastic was, for the most part, better for the environment and cut costs. They reported, “The problem, as Vermont Peanut Butter points out, is weight. Glass is far heavier than plastic. Two years ago, peanut giant Planters cut packaging weight by 84 percent when they switched from glass to plastic jars.”
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