Planet Friendly Packaging
How to Make Your Packaging Planet-Friendly
Without Losing Shelf Appeal
These days, an increasing number of consumers are actively choosing brands like yours that care about the planet. This means the packaging, including labels, also needs to keep up. The good news is that style or shelf impact doesn’t need to be sacrificed to go green. At the GREEN LABEL company, we help brands switch to eco-friendly labels that reduce environmental impact and look beautiful. Here’s a simple breakdown of how you can make your packaging more sustainable and stylish using easy, practical steps.
Why Are Compostable & Biodegradable Labels Important?
Traditional labels are usually made from plastic films and synthetic adhesives. They stick well and print nicely… but the problem comes later. Once thrown away, they can sit in landfill for hundreds of years. Compostable and biodegradable labels solve this problem. They’re made from materials such as:
Bagasse cane fibre
Semi-gloss biodegradable material
Compostable films such as Natureflex (available in clear or white)
These materials break down naturally under the right composting conditions, leaving no toxic residue or microplastics. It shows your customers that your brand cares about the full life of your product, even after it's been used. Eco-conscious shoppers love that, and packaging itself is playing a significant part in buying decisions.
Packaging Trends for 2026:
Sustainability Becomes the Standard
The packaging world is changing fast. More brands are switching to:
Compostable and biodegradable packaging materials
Mono-material packaging (everything made from one recyclable or compostable material)
Minimalist, low-ink label designs
Lightweight packaging to reduce transport emissions
Going green is no longer a niche choice; it’s becoming the expected choice. Brands that take action now position themselves as leaders in sustainability.
Eco-Friendly Labels Don’t Mean Boring Labels
For some people “eco-friendly” conjures a stereotypical image of “plain brown paper and basic design.” Totally not true in these days of science and innovation! Modern biodegradable and compostable label materials look just as premium as traditional plastic labels - sometimes even more so. Your eco labels can include:
Full-colour printing
Matte or glossy finishes
QR codes and barcodes
Luxury-style design
Eco-safe inks
Our inks are suitable for composting and biodegradation in accordance with EU Regulation EN 13432. Using non-toxic adhesives also keeps the label fully compostable or recyclable without losing stickiness or print quality. Our adhesive is compostable, biodegradable, and meets EN 13432 standards.
Which Industries Use Sustainable Labels?
We work with a range of industries, including ethical coffee brands, promotional companies, craft gin producers, and candle makers who all benefit from natural-feel labels that actually enhance the premium, sustainable look their customers love. Here are some simple ways to make packaging more sustainable:
1. Choose compostable or biodegradable label materials
Natureflex films, bagasse cane fibre labels, or paper-based labels are excellent choices for reducing plastic waste.
2. Use eco-safe inks and adhesives
Keep your labels fully compostable and avoid solvent-heavy inks.
3. Simple and elegant designs
Minimalist designs with clean fonts and natural colours use less ink, look premium, and support a sustainable brand image.
4. Make sure the whole packaging is eco-friendly
If your labels are compostable but the rest of your packaging isn’t, you lose the overall benefit. Aim for recyclable, compostable, or mono-material packaging wherever possible.
5. Tell your customers how to dispose of the packaging
Clear instructions such as “This label is compostable, please compost responsibly.”
This builds trust, authenticity and encourages correct disposal.
Why Choose Us as Your Eco-Friendly Label Supplier?
At the GREEN LABEL company, we only supply eco-friendly labels for sustainable brands. We are specialists in the field of sustainable labelling, and our materials include:
Compostable labels
Biodegradable labels
Eco-conscious inks and adhesives
Premium finishes suitable for artisan and luxury products
Our goal is simple: Beautiful labels, smaller footprint, happier customers.
How Can I Order Eco-friendly Labels?
Choosing compostable, biodegradable, or eco-friendly labels is a powerful way to show your values, stand out on the shelf, and support a more sustainable future. Get in touch by email or phone and we’ll help you achieve the best-ever green labels!
