The global emphasis on sustainability is accelerating, and the question is why not grow out of using virgin plastic when 100% recycled PET (rPET) punnets can do the job better? AVI Global Plast is advocating for this transition with 100% rPET punnets, that not only meet stringent regulations like the Plastic Packaging Tax, PPWR, and EPR but also empower businesses to break free from virgin plastic entirely: "Choosing 100% rPET punnets isn't just about ticking regulatory boxes. It's a statement of leadership and a commitment to driving change," says Sukhdeep Sethi, Managing Director of AVI Global Plast. "We ensure our partners make this transition seamlessly, without compromising on quality or competitiveness."
Operating in over 30 countries, AVI Global Plast is a trusted India-based punnet manufacturer that is helping businesses navigate the complex world of plastic packaging regulations, Sethi explains. "Our Prime brand of punnets meet EN 15343 and EU Regulation 2022/1616 standards, ensuring packaging compliance in markets like Spain, the UK, and others. The EN 15343 certification is authorized by SGS, further reinforcing our commitment to internationally recognized traceability standards. With certifications from Intertek and ISCC Plus, we back our recycled solutions with robust verification of origin and recycled content, giving businesses the confidence to make sustainability claims."
According to Sethi, recycled plastic has faced its fair share of skepticism. Many still believe recycled materials are brittle, cloudy, or unsafe for food contact. "But we are challenging this narrative with our 100% rPET punnets, that offer clarity, durability, food-contact safety, and machine performance comparable to virgin plastic. Prime punnets are designed to withstand high-speed packing lines without cracking. Recycled doesn't mean compromising on quality or performance. Our offerings have superior strength and transparency despite using 100% PCR. With authorizations under EFSA and US FDA for food-contact safety, there's 100% reason for ditching virgin-plastic entirely."
Cost is often seen as a hurdle to adopting recycled materials. But India's high PET recycling rate of 90% ensures a consistent and affordable supply of high-quality rPET flakes, enabling AVI to offer cost-effective solutions that align sustainability with profitability, Sethi states: "AVI's punnet portfolio is unmatched in India, spanning 100-gram packs to 3-pound SKUs. These include clamshells and heat-sealable options, customizable to meet market-specific needs. It's our ability to proactively adapt to diverse design and regulatory standards and offer affordable alternatives that have made us a partner of choice for major importers across Europe and beyond."
"We're not just selling packaging. We're building partnerships that empower businesses to lead in sustainability and stay competitive in global markets. We'll be visiting Fruit Logistica in Berlin and are available for meetings for any company who is looking for a partnership of that kind," Sethi concludes.
For more information:
Sukhdeep Singh Sethi
AVI Global Plast
Email: sethi@avigloplast.com
https://avigloplast.com/