Sustainable cups: versatile packaging

Sustainability and environmental awareness are becoming increasingly important today – which is why Greiner Packaging offers versatile, innovative solutions for sustainable cups. Our goal is to develop sustainable packaging that meets the high standards of the food industry while also reducing environmental impact. Sustainable cups offer numerous benefits and meet diverse requirements, making them particularly attractive for a wide range of products: Cups are among the most classic types of plastic packaging in dairy products and food packaging in general.

Cups are especially popular as packaging because they protect a variety of food products. Besides plastic yogurt cups, cups for foods that require extra protection against deformation are also highly valued. The popularity of cup packaging is easy to explain:

Cups stand out for their excellent stackability
offer a wide range of decoration options

By producing sustainable cups, we actively address today’s ecological challenges and offer forward-thinking packaging solutions that are both functional and environmentally friendly. Whether they’re made from recyclable or bio-based materials, our cups meet the highest quality and hygiene standards while helping reduce the carbon footprint. Choose sustainable cups and other packaging solutions from Greiner Packaging – solutions that satisfy your customers’ demands while protecting the environment.

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Thermoforming / PP - Polypropylene
95 mm Diameter / 500 ml Filling volume

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IML / Injection moulding / PP - Polypropylene
191 ml Filling volume

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Thermoforming / PP - Polypropylene
95 mm Diameter / 125 ml Filling volume

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Meeting consumer demands with sustainable cups

Companies benefit greatly from choosing sustainably produced cups and other packaging, as consumers increasingly value sustainability and prefer resource-efficient packaging. Sustainable cups from Greiner Packaging are the ideal solution to meet these needs, combining eco-friendly materials with innovative designs.

A good example of growing environmental awareness among consumers is reflected in the current trend toward larger portions: While small single-portion cups dominated the market in past decades, larger cups with more content are now increasingly in demand. Consumers prefer buying larger portions and dividing them at home, an approach that reduces the amount of packaging used while supporting the desire for more sustainability.

Sustainable cups: an eco-friendly choice for companies

Cups are a frequently used product, making their role in sustainability especially important – which is why we pursue several approaches when developing our cups. On the one hand, we are preparing for the future approval of recycled materials like r-PET or r-PO (r-PP / r-PE) for food applications. However, bio-based or agro-based materials can also be used for the production of cups. On the other hand, we strive to reduce material consumption overall. We have already significantly reduced wall thickness without compromising stability. However, the most effective way to reduce plastic in cups are our cardboard-plastic combinations, known as K3^® cups. Of course, we are also developing sustainable lid solutions to complement our cups perfectly.

Cups - well combined

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MBT + thermoforming

Sustainable cups with custom designs

At Greiner Packaging, sustainability and design go hand in hand. You can customize the size, shape, and appearance of your cups to meet the specific needs of your target groups. Our range covers everything from small containers for snack portions, to medium-sized packaging cups with volumes like 250 ml, all the way to large cups for family-sized packs – offering a variety of design options.

Whether you choose printing, sleeving, labeling, or another decoration technology, we provide sustainable cups with custom designs that highlight your brand identity. Eco-friendly yogurt cups and more from Greiner Packaging combine high quality, practical functionality, and creative design. With state-of-the-art barrier technologies, we ensure additional protection against external influences, so your products reach consumers in the best possible condition – from filling to the point of sale.

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Cups and other packaging with a focus on sustainability: “Do the innovation”

Sustainable action is essential in light of today’s environmental challenges. That’s why Greiner Packaging is committed to developing eco-friendly packaging – whether it’s cups, plastic tubs, or jars, we offer resource-efficient solutions. To make our cups as sustainable as possible, we consistently follow our “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” approach. In addition to reusable options, we also offer eco-friendly alternatives for single-use cups, which we fully develop in line with this approach. Sustainable cups made from materials like r-PET, which ensure that the packaging remains within the circular economy, are a key part of our strategy.

Have cups produced sustainably with our approach: Reduce, Reuse, Recycl

As one of the leading packaging manufacturers, Greiner Packaging considers the responsible use of resources to be one of our core priorities. Under our vision “Join the circular revolution,” we are committed to the circular economy and continuously optimize the recyclability of our products – guided by our principle: “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” We offer packaging solutions like plastic cups made from eco-friendly materials, without compromising on functionality or design.

Reduce: less is more

Reducing material usage not only cuts down on carbon emissions and waste but is also more cost-effective.

Reuse: trend toward reusable solutions

Consumers and legislators are demanding reusable packaging – we are delivering the innovative solutions.

Recycle: future-ready

Recycling is becoming increasingly important and complex. By drawing on our wealth of specialist knowledge, we have recyclability in mind from the very start of the design process and use recycled material.

Have sustainable cups produced by Greiner Packaging

Whether it’s resource-efficient cups for desserts, cream, dips, snacks, or sustainable yogurt cups – Greiner Packaging is your partner for customized packaging solutions. Our cups are ideal for companies looking to meet consumer and market demands while also achieving ambitious environmental standards. Our sustainable cups combine innovative designs with eco-friendly materials, delivering optimal functionality and packaging that showcases your unique brand identity. Get in touch with us today and benefit from our extensive expertise.