PACKAGING MATERIALS

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Packaging Materials encompass a wide array of products designed to protect, contain, and identify goods. Common types include corrugated boxes (available in a range of sizes like 40x30x10cm, often with weight capacities up to 25kg), folding cartons (customisable in size, shape, and print for retail presentation) , and flexible pouches (available as stand-up, flat, or roll formats). Specialised medical packaging includes sterile pouches and reel stock, low-particle polypropylene trays for vials (e.g., 360x230mm, holding 16mm to 47mm vials) , and ampoule boxes (holding 5 or 10 ampoules of 1ml to 10ml sizes)).These materials can be made from various substances like corrugated fibreboard, paperboard, polypropylene, and multi-layer films to meet specific protection, sterility, and compliance requirements . Contains sharp edges on metal or rigid plastic components. Keep away from moisture.

Description

PACKAGING MATERIALS

PRIMARY USES

1. Protection and Preservation of Products During Storage and Transport
Primary Use: Provides a diverse range of materials, including corrugated cardboard boxes, folding cartons, flexible pouches, and rigid trays, designed to safeguard products from physical damage, moisture, light, and contamination throughout the supply chain.
How it helps: For healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and procurement departments, selecting the right packaging materials is critical for ensuring product integrity and patient safety. Corrugated boxes provide structural strength for shipping heavier items, while folding cartons offer a lightweight and cost-effective solution for retail-ready packaging. Flexible packaging, such as pouches and film rolls, can be customised to provide barriers against oxygen and moisture, extending the shelf life of sensitive products.
2. Secure Containment for Clinical and Laboratory Items
Primary Use: Specialised packaging, such as Correx® trays and ampoule boxes, is designed for the safe storage and transportation of fragile items like vials, ampoules, and diagnostic equipment.
How it helps: For clinicians and laboratory technicians, using purpose-built packaging prevents breakage and maintains sterility. Correx® trays are made from low-particle polypropylene, making them suitable for cleanroom environments, and can be configured with dividers to hold vials of specific diameters. Ampoule boxes feature vacuum-formed inserts that securely hold standard glass ampoules, preventing movement and breakage during transit.

SECONDARY USES

1. Branding and Information Delivery: Custom-printed folding cartons can be used to display branding, product information, and usage instructions, serving as a communication tool for the end-user.
2. Operational Efficiency: Right-sizing packaging materials helps reduce dimensional weight charges, minimise the need for void fill, and improve stacking efficiency in storage and transport.
3. Sustainability and Waste Reduction: The use of recyclable materials like cardboard, paperboard, and recyclable mono-material polyethylene supports sustainability goals and helps facilities comply with environmental regulations.
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. BASIC IDENTIFICATION ATTRIBUTES

  • Device Type: Packaging materials; not a medical device (unless sterile packaging)
  • Common Types: Corrugated boxes, Folding cartons, Flexible pouches (stand-up, flat, roll), Rigid trays, Ampoule boxes 
  • Materials: Corrugated fibreboard, Paperboard (RIV, IV, Kraft, SC, CCP) , Polypropylene (PP), Polyethylene (PE), PET/EVOH/PE laminates 
  • Key Features: Customisable sizes, protective, printable, lightweight, recyclable, sterilisable (medical grade) 

2. TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

  • Primary Action: Protecting and preserving contents from physical and environmental damage.
  • Common Size Ranges:
    • Corrugated boxes: Widths 30-70cm, Lengths 30-80cm, Heights 7.6-83cm, Weight capacities up to 25kg or more .
    • Folding cartons: Fully customisable dimensions .
    • Correx® trays: Lengths 360-380mm, Widths 230-256mm, Heights 36-106mm .
    • Ampoule boxes: Designed for 1ml to 10ml ampoules, holding 5 or 10 units .
    • Sterile pouches: Widths from 50mm to 600mm, lengths from 200m rolls .
  • Technical Specifications: Material grammage (e.g., 300-600 g/m² for paperboard) , WVTR and OTR (gas barrier properties) .

3. PHYSICAL & OPERATIONAL PROPERTIES

  • Application: Packaging is assembled around or placed over the product. Boxes are taped or glued; pouches are heat-sealed; trays hold items in place .
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry area away from moisture and direct sunlight to maintain integrity.
  • Disposal: Most materials like paperboard and cardboard are recyclable. Flexible films may require special recycling .

4. SAFETY & COMPLIANCE ATTRIBUTES

  • Plastic Bag Suffocation Hazard: Keep plastic packaging away from babies, young children, and individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Sharp Edges: Handle metal components (e.g., can lids) and rigid plastic trays with care to avoid cuts.
  • Combustible Material: Paper and some plastics will burn if subject to excessive heat or flame. Store away from ignition sources.
  • Food-Contact Compliance: Available materials meet FDA 21 CFR and EU 1935/2004 regulations for food and pharmaceutical contact .
  • Sustainability: Many materials are FSC-certified, recyclable, and made from recycled content, supporting environmental responsibility .
SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • Sharp Edges: Some packaging materials, such as corrugated cardboard edges and rigid plastic trays, may have sharp edges. Handle with care to avoid cuts.
  • Choking Hazard: Plastic film and small packaging components can pose a choking hazard. Keep away from babies, young children, and individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Fire Safety: Paper-based and plastic packaging materials are combustible. Store away from open flames, heaters, and other sources of ignition.
  • Proper Disposal: Dispose of packaging materials according to local regulations. Cardboard and many plastics are recyclable.
  • Moisture Protection: Store packaging in a clean, dry area away from moisture, dust, and direct sunlight to prevent degradation.

2. FIRST AID MEASURES

  • Paper Cuts: Clean the wound with soap and water, apply an antiseptic, and cover with a sterile bandage. Seek medical attention if bleeding persists or the cut is deep.
  • Eye Contact: If dust or particles from packaging materials enter the eye, rinse immediately with plenty of clean, lukewarm water for several minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
  • Inhalation: If dust is inhaled and causes irritation, move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

3. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

  • Flammability: Many packaging materials, particularly paper, cardboard, and some plastics, are combustible. Will burn if exposed to open flame.
  • Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚).
  • Fire Response: For large fires, evacuate areas. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for fires involving burning paper and plastics.