🌱 Eco-Friendly Packaging
Sustainable Packaging Solutions for Your Business
PackQueen offers a wide range of eco-friendly packaging options — from recyclable cardboard and FSC-certified cardboard to compostable materials and reusable calico bags. Reduce your environmental footprint without compromising on quality or presentation.
At PackQueen, sustainability isn't an afterthought — it's built into how we manufacture, design, and supply packaging. We believe businesses can make a meaningful positive impact on the environment without compromising on quality, functionality, or visual appeal.
As a two-time Telstra Best of Business Award State Finalist for Promoting Sustainability, our commitment to eco-friendly packaging has been recognised at the highest levels of Australian business. Here's what that commitment looks like in practice.
PackQueen recycles 100% of its manufacturing offcuts. No production waste goes to landfill — every offcut from our Melbourne facility is repurposed, ensuring our manufacturing process is as waste-free as possible.
We use FSC-certified (Forest Stewardship Council) cardboard in our manufacturing processes, ensuring our cardboard products come from responsibly managed forests. FSC certification is the global standard for responsible forestry.
Much of our product range is manufactured using 60–80% recycled materials, significantly reducing the demand for virgin resources in our production process. Most of our range is also fully recyclable at end of life.
We use environmentally friendly inks across our printing processes and encourage printing techniques that consume less energy and produce fewer emissions — so your branded packaging can be both beautiful and responsible.
With 700+ box sizes in our range — more than any other Australian supplier — we help businesses find packaging that fits their products properly. The right size means less void fill, less material waste, and lower shipping emissions from more efficient packing.
PackQueen has been named a Victorian State Finalist in the Telstra Best of Business Awards for Promoting Sustainability in both 2023 and 2024 — recognising our sustained commitment to environmental leadership in the Australian packaging industry.
Choosing the right material is the single most impactful sustainability decision you can make for your packaging. Here's an overview of the eco-friendly options available across PackQueen's range.
Made from 100% recyclable cardboard and fully biodegradable. Kraft packaging is one of the most sustainable options available — strong, versatile, and widely accepted in Australian kerbside recycling.
An eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastic packaging. Our calico bags are reusable, durable, and made from natural cotton — perfect for retail, gifting, and promotional use.
Our cardboard products use FSC-certified materials sourced from responsibly managed forests. This certification ensures the entire supply chain meets rigorous environmental and social standards.
We offer compostable packaging options for businesses wanting to go beyond recyclable. Compostable materials break down naturally at end of life, leaving no harmful residue. Contact us to discuss compostable options for your business.
Much of our range is manufactured using 60–80% recycled materials — reducing the need for virgin resources while maintaining the strength and quality your business requires.
An eco-friendly alternative to bubble wrap for protective packaging. Our honeycomb paper is made from recycled kraft paper, fully recyclable, and provides excellent cushioning for fragile items.
Not sure which sustainable material is right for your product? Our team can help you find the best eco-friendly option for your business. Email info@packqueen.com.au or call 03 8689 9344 and we'll make a recommendation based on your product type, budget, and sustainability goals.
Making the switch to sustainable packaging doesn't have to happen overnight. Here are ten practical steps any Australian business can take to reduce its packaging footprint.
Opt for packaging that can be easily recycled or naturally decomposed — such as kraft paper, FSC-certified cardboard, or compostable materials. Our calico bags made from natural cotton are a great reusable alternative to single-use plastic.
Keep packaging simple and streamlined to reduce excess materials. Minimalist design not only cuts waste — it often results in more elegant, premium-looking packaging. Less is genuinely more.
Packaging that fits your product properly eliminates unnecessary void space, reduces filler material, and lowers shipping emissions. With 700+ box sizes available, PackQueen makes it easy to find an exact or near-exact fit for almost any product.
Where possible, source packaging from suppliers who use renewable energy in their manufacturing processes. This reduces the carbon footprint of your packaging before it even reaches your business.
Water-based and soy-based inks produce fewer harmful emissions than solvent-based alternatives. Choose printing techniques that consume less energy and avoid unnecessary colour coverage on your packaging.
Packaging that customers can reuse or repurpose extends its useful life and reduces single-use waste. Sturdy gift boxes, calico bags, and magnetic lid boxes are all popular reusable options that add perceived value to your product.
Choose packaging suppliers who prioritise sustainable materials and responsible manufacturing practices — ensuring your entire supply chain aligns with your sustainability goals. Ask for FSC certification and recycled content documentation.
Include disposal or recycling instructions on or inside your packaging. Customers increasingly want to make eco-conscious decisions — make it easy for them by telling them exactly how your packaging can be recycled or composted.
Swap bubble wrap and polystyrene peanuts for recycled paper shred, honeycomb kraft paper, or biodegradable packing peanuts. Our honeycomb paper range is a popular, effective, and fully recyclable alternative.
Sustainable packaging technology is evolving rapidly. Stay updated on new materials, certifications, and design innovations — and review your packaging choices regularly to ensure you're always using the most sustainable option available.
Our commitment to sustainable packaging has been recognised at the highest levels of Australian business.
Victorian State Finalist — Promoting Sustainability. Recognised for our wide range of eco-friendly packaging solutions and our commitment to helping Australian businesses reduce their environmental footprint.
Victorian State Finalist — Promoting Sustainability for the second consecutive year. Back-to-back recognition for our sustained leadership in eco-friendly packaging innovation across Australia.
Want to learn more about our sustainability story? Visit our Media & Awards page for the full story of our award recognitions, media features, and community partnerships.
Ready to Make the Switch to Sustainable Packaging?
With Australia's largest online packaging range — 6,000+ products including eco-friendly cardboard, FSC-certified cardboard, compostable options, and reusable calico bags — your perfect sustainable packaging solution is here.
Australia's Largest Online Packaging Range — 6,000+ Products, Including 700+ Box Sizes
