Amcor develops first-of-its-kind more sustainable shrink bag

Amcor (NYSE: AMCR, ASX: AMC), a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, is proud to launch a revolutionary turkey breast package for Butterball, LLC. The new Perflex® shrink bag design features a built-in handle that reduces packaging material and improves efficiency.

Traditional turkey packaging utilizes a net around the product to create a strong carrying handle. Removing the additional packaging material achieves a more convenient and sustainable package.

Compared to the incumbent netted turkey breast bag, the Amcor Perflex® handle bag delivers*:
*22% reduction in carbon footprint
*23% reduction in non-renewable primary energy demand
*22% reduction in water consumption

The new Perflex® handle bag also improves efficiency by eliminating the manual netting process.
more at: https://www.amcor.com/media/news/amcor-launches-more-sustainable-shrink-bag

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