SWITZERLAND – Packaging producer Amcor has been acknowledged for its AmSky and AmPrima sustainable packaging solutions, earning a place on Walmart‘s ‘Circular Connector’ platform.
Circular Connector is a platform initiated by Walmart to facilitate the identification of sustainable packaging solutions for products placed on Walmart shelves.
It simplifies the process for sourcing teams and brands to find packaging options that align with sustainability goals, contributing to the development of a circular packaging economy.
Amcor’s AmSky and AmPrima packaging solutions have received approval from Walmart’s sustainability leadership team in collaboration with the US Plastics Pact.
Amcor describes AmSky as a “recycle-ready blister pack for pharmaceuticals.” According to Amcor, AmSky is free of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and aluminium and is primarily made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE). “It is designed for recycling in both rigid and flexible recycling streams,” the company adds.
Its carbon footprint is up to 70% lower than PVC/Alu solutions and it is designed for recycling in both rigid and flexible recycling streams, adds the firm.
The company describes AmPrima as “a portfolio of recyclable packaging solutions with a low carbon footprint, suitable for various packaging formats including bags, packs, and pouches, for both solid and liquid contents.”
Amcor also claims that AmPrima provides the necessary barrier, material stiffness, seal strength, graphics performance, and fast run speeds that packaging buyers demand, while also offering increased potential for recyclability.
When recycled, AmPrima contributes to a 60% reduction in non-renewable energy use, a 46% reduction in carbon footprint and an 18% reduction in water consumption. It can be recycled through existing store drop-offs or curbside, where available.
“The inclusion of AmSky and AmPrima not only puts more sustainable packaging options within reach of suppliers and brands aiming for positive change but also streamlines the process of adopting alternative choices,” says Roawin Luo, director of global product management at Amcor.
“Our readily available solutions help guide brands that are looking to embrace sustainability, while also fostering a community of stakeholders along the circular value chain journey.”
Walmart’s private brands director for sustainable initiatives Cheryl Lam expressed her excitement about Amcor’s participation in the Circular Connector and the potential availability of AmSky and AmPrima products at local Walmart stores in the future.
These innovative solutions represent the latest additions to the platform, showcasing Amcor’s dedication to continuous innovation and sustainability.
