Designing folding cartons for EPR reporting control
Design choices that help packaging teams manage component weights, multi-material complexity, recyclability classification, and reporting exposure.
Open articleSustainability Commitments
Leading with certified, responsible packaging
Netpak is committed to advancing sustainable packaging that meets regulatory standards and supports brand responsibility. Our team integrates eco-certified materials, low-impact inks, and closed-loop processes to reduce waste while maintaining precision and shelf performance.
FSC, PEFC, and SFI certified sourcing
Recyclable CRB, FBB, SBS, and paperboard options
Water-based inks and adhesives
Low-waste Montréal carton production
Fiber-based packaging with verified sourcing Material selection, recyclability, ink system, production waste, certification, and logistics are reviewed as one carton program.
Sustainability and Certifications
Netpak’s sustainability and certification systems
Netpak supports fiber-based packaging and circular practices. We offer eco-certified substrates and operate under recognized standards including BRCGS Packaging, ISO 9001, FSC, PEFC, and SFI. These programs help brands meet retailer and regulatory expectations while maintaining print performance.
Certified Paperboard Sourcing
Certified paperboard sourcing with chain-of-custody control
We work with board mills that meet international sustainability certifications. FSC, PEFC, and SFI programs confirm responsible forest management and chain-of-custody compliance for certified folding carton programs.
FSC®
Forest Stewardship Council certification supports responsible forest management, chain-of-custody review, and credible sourcing claims.
PEFC
Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification supports sustainable forest management and traceable paperboard supply.
SFI
Sustainable Forestry Initiative certification supports North American responsible sourcing standards for paperboard packaging programs.
Recyclable and Food-Safe Materials
Recyclable food-safe cartons engineered for performance
Netpak cartons are designed for safe use in food, beverage, health, beauty, retail, and consumer product packaging. We align recyclable board grades, food-safe inks, adhesive systems, and certified-board prototyping before production.
Recyclable board grades
CRB, FBB, and SBS can be selected around recovery goals, print quality, strength, shelf presentation, and product category requirements.
Water-based inks and adhesives
Odourless, food-safe, water-based inks and adhesives support sustainable packaging while preserving print quality and converting performance.
Certified-board prototyping
Prototype with certified substrates to validate print, structure, sustainability positioning, filling fit, and shelf performance before full production.
Low-Waste Manufacturing Practices
Low-waste manufacturing systems and calibrated colour processes
Our Montréal plant integrates G7-calibrated printing and lean production systems to control waste at every step. Waste reduction is handled through material recovery, press stability, quality control, and production planning.
- âś“Paperboard offcuts and waste: recycled back into the supply chain to support circular material practices.
- âś“Closed-loop ink systems: reduce chemistry loss and improve press stability during carton production.
- âś“Inline quality control: minimizes reprints, protects lead time, and reduces wasted material.
- âś“G7-calibrated output: supports repeatable colour and fewer press-side corrections.
Low-waste production depends on calibrated print, efficient material handling, quality control, and reduced rework.
Our Ongoing Commitment
Sustainability at Netpak
At Netpak, sustainability is built into every aspect of our packaging operations. We source eco-certified paperboard, use water-based inks and adhesives, and design recyclable folding cartons that meet food-safe and retail packaging standards.
Our logistics and production workflows are structured to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and ensure full chain-of-custody compliance. Every package is engineered to align with customer requirements while advancing sustainable packaging practices across North America.
Netpak’s sustainability work connects certified sourcing, recyclable materials, low-impact production, and responsible packaging design.
Sustainability Resources
Sustainable packaging decisions with production consequences
Articles on EPR, recyclability, packaging claims, material weights, paperboard choices, ink systems, and sustainability decisions that affect folding carton specifications.
EPR Design
Printing
Eco-ink vs soy ink for Canadian folding carton printers
Practical material, cost, print quality, and sustainability considerations for ink decisions in folding carton packaging.
Open article Sustainability
Sustainable folding carton packaging
Review certified paperboard, recyclability, inks, EPR reporting, packaging claims, and production tradeoffs for sustainable folding carton specifications.
Open articleReady to build a sustainable carton specification?
Share your product category, carton dimensions, board preference, sustainability criteria, food-contact requirements, run size, and timeline. Netpak will help align certified sourcing, recyclable materials, ink systems, production controls, and logistics around your packaging program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common sustainability commitment questions
Answers to common questions about sustainable packaging materials, print systems, certifications, recyclability, prototypes, manufacturing waste, and logistics.
Which sustainability certifications does Netpak maintain?
Netpak supports FSC®, PEFC, and SFI certified sourcing options, helping brands validate responsible forestry practices and chain-of-custody compliance for folding carton programs.
Are Netpak cartons recyclable?
Yes. Netpak cartons can be made from recyclable board grades including CRB, FBB, and SBS. Recyclability depends on the final material stack, coating, lamination, window, adhesive, and local recovery stream.
Do your inks and adhesives meet food safety standards?
Netpak uses water-based, odourless inks and adhesives suitable for food-safe packaging programs when specified for the intended use case. Material selection should be validated against direct or indirect food-contact conditions.
How does Netpak minimize manufacturing waste?
Our Montréal plant integrates lean production, inline quality control, and G7-calibrated printing. Paperboard offcuts are recycled back into the supply chain, while closed-loop ink systems reduce chemistry loss.
Can Netpak help reduce the carbon footprint of packaging?
Yes. Netpak can help optimize carton structures, right-weight materials, replace plastic-heavy formats with fiber-based alternatives, consolidate production planning, and improve logistics efficiency.
Does Netpak provide sustainable prototypes?
Yes. Netpak can prototype with certified boards so customers can validate sustainability positioning, structural durability, print performance, material use, and production feasibility before a full run.