The pantry jars are widely recyclable and come in three sizes: 60-, 81- and 87-ounces. This move to 100% recycled plastic incorporates mechanically processed recycled content and will eliminate more than 1,300 metric tons of virgin plastic annually—equivalent to the weight of about 238 African elephants.
The material used for the jars, post-consumer resin, is a packaging option made from recycled plastics collected from consumers. This option helps prevent plastic waste from ending in landfills, decreases virgin plastic consumption and reduces emissions while promoting a circular economy. For instance, once these pantry jars are empty of treats, a consumer can place the lid back on the container and put it in a recycling bin—the plastic can then be used to make new products.
The easy-grip square jars are produced at Berry’s manufacturing facility using certified food-grade mechanically recycled resin sourced from curbside collection streams. Leveraging its material science expertise and technical resources, Berry collaborated with Mars to create a solution to further their mutual sustainability goals without impacting product quality.
“As companies across the globe commit to transitioning to a circular economy, the ability to deliver products made with recycled materials at scale is crucial,” said Peter Goshorn, Vice President of Food, Beverage & Spirits for Berry Global’s Consumer Packaging North America Division. “That’s why we’re collaborating with leading brands, like Mars, to significantly increase the use of recycled content to drive responsible business growth without compromising performance or aesthetics.”
