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Fit for Circularity

Fit for Circularity

Corrugated is circular by nature

Corrugated Cardboard sets the standard for circular packaging. The EU institutions have recognised the need for a green economy, the industry is supporting this process by offering a truly circular and sustainable product. The Corrugated industry is also an active player in the bio-economy.

CIRCULAR BY NATURE/ EASY TO RECYCLE [1]

Recycling or reuse? Explore the key facts

Corrugated cardboard benefits the planet, our society, and the economy while outperforming reusable alternatives. Explore FEFCO's key facts brochure to learn about how the material is a valuable resource, how the sector has consistently reduced its environmental impact, and how reuse could bring unintended consequences.

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Reuse of fibres
Laboratory tests show that corrugated fibres can be recycled more than 25 times
 
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Reuse of corrugated
Corrugated is the most recycled packaging. Nevertheless in certain closed loop situation or specific channels or industries companies are reusing corrugated boxes (multiple uses)
 
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Recyclable vs Reusable Packaging Project FEFCO commissioned three studies conducted by an independent consultancy (Ramboll) and a research institute (VTT). The studies evaluate the impact of corrugated board packaging compared to reusable plastic packaging.   [5]

Position papers

Explore FEFCO's latest
positions on key topics

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Links
[1] https://www.fefco.org/circular-by-nature/easy-to-recycle [2] https://www.fefco.org/sites/default/files/files/FEFCO_Key%20Facts_Brochure_March%2024.pdf [3] https://www.fefco.org/eu-policy/reuse-of-corrugated-fibres [4] https://www.fefco.org/eu-policy/reuse-of-corrugated [5] https://www.fefco.org/eu-policy/recycling-vs-reuse-packaging-project [6] https://www.fefco.org/eu-policy/position-papers