40% of packaging from products ends up in landfills, contaminating the environment around it. Additionally, one-third of packaging, unfortunately, ends up in the ocean. And we don't need to tell you that this has devastating impacts on life under the sea. To prevent the bad future, we need to change the way people treat the environment. And using biodegradable packaging is considered one of the best approaches these days. 

Sustainability is the wave of the future. And many consumers say that they prioritize buying from companies that use recyclable material in their packaging.

Mediband has made the decision to switch from plastic poly shipping bags to bags that are 100% compostable. We believe that this allows us to become better corporate citizen. In addition , it ensures the safety of those with medical conditions.

In this blog post, we'll discuss the benefits of biodegradable packaging, and why we suggest your business makes the switch.

We only have one earth, and working together to take care of it no matter what niche your business fulfills should be of utmost importance to you.

Read on for more information on why the switch will be one of the best decisions your business has ever made.

1. Consequences Could Be Devastating to Marine Life

Dirty beach landscape

You're likely already aware of the push to ban plastic straws around the world. While this surely makes a dent in the production of plastics, it doesn't solve the problem. With so many companies still wrapping their products in plastic, we could have a crisis on our hands.

In fact, by 2050, if we keep going at the rate we're at, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. That means that when you holiday somewhere tropical, you may spend more time dodging trash than spotting fish or fishing. Not only that, but this can completely damage entire ecosystems.

2. Create Compost for Your Customers

Some companies are creating packaging that is not only recyclable, but is compostable. That makes the packaging not only environmentally friendly but also reusable for the consumer.

Creating compostable material is a fantastic way for your customers to help their gardens grow. They can simply add it to their compost pile and then use it to help make the soil in their gardens rich. Not only will this help your business reduce its carbon footprint, but it will also help create beautiful flowers or nutritious food.

From now on, all of Mediband's packaging, no matter the size of your order, is 100% compostable.

3. It's Great for Your Business' Image

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We already pride ourselves on making quality medical identification bracelets, necklaces and accessories. Our products help keep those with medical conditions safe. From children with allergies who cannot vocalize them, to providing bracelets that help a person receive medical care if they're unconscious, we know that many customers put their trust in Medibands.

While we make quality products, the fact that we're making the switch to compostable material may pique people's interest.

A business with a strong sense of ethics helps attract customers who hold the same views and can improve profit margins over time. Several companies have even created their brand around the fact that they are environmentally sustainable.

Lush, the British cosmetics brand, prides itself on its ethical standpoint. Not only do they make product packaging recyclable or compostable, but they also emphasize that they do not test on animals. They are also clear about which products they make are vegan.

This helps attract consumers that not only care about great quality cosmetics, but also care about the ethics of sustainability and the cosmetics industry's tendency to experiment on animals.

If you carefully craft your switch to sustainable packaging with an awareness of this, you'll attract a wider range of customers.

Additionally, those who care about the environment will find shopping with you is a guilt-free experience.

4. Takes Less Energy to Make Biodegradable Packaging

Making biodegradable plastic actually takes less energy to make than plastic that isn't. In fact, it only takes about half of the energy it takes to create a non-biodegradable plastic than one that is biodegradable. As we're aware that using energy can increase carbon emissions, a product that takes less energy even further reduces your businesses' carbon footprint.

This makes the process more environmentally friendly from the creation to when the customer eventually discards it.

5. Wide Range of Materials to Choose From for Your Packaging

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Environmentally friendly packaging isn't one type of packaging, as some people might believe. While you may think of cardboard being the only recyclable or biodegradable packaging, you'd definitely be wrong.

Biodegradable packaging comes in a variety of forms. From paper to bubble wrap to corn starch to plastic that breaks down, you've got a variety of packaging to choose from. Then you can create both environmentally friendly packaging and effective packaging for your product.

You'll never need to worry about choosing between 2 types of packaging. One that ensures your customers receive their product all in one piece, and packaging that reduces your carbon footprint.

Using Biodegradable Packing: It Makes Sense

As you can see, biodegradable packaging makes sense for your business from a variety of standpoints. Whether you're aiming to increase profits, reduce your waste, or reduce packaging costs, choosing biodegradable packing is, no doubt, the solution.

If you're looking to help keep a loved one who suffers from allergies or an illness safe (even if they're unable to communicate), browse our range of custom medical identification bracelets, necklaces and accessories.

Not only are they fashionable and convenient, but you'll receive them in biodegradable and 100% compostable packaging