Best companies for sustainable packaging solutions.
The best companies for sustainable packaging solutions tell you exactly what each pack is made of, how your customer should dispose of it and what it costs at your quantity, then help you choose the smallest, lowest-impact pack that still protects your product. A vague “eco” badge with no material named is the warning sign. Here is what to check, and what TWO Packaging offers today.
Sustainable packaging, priced online: recycled and compostable poly mailers, white, kraft and gold kraft paper mailers, recyclable mono-material pouches and recycled or kraft board boxes, from 500 mailers or 100 boxes per design.
See sustainable optionsWhat separates a good sustainable packaging company
- It names the material, not the mood. “Post-consumer recycled (PCR) content”, “mono-material PE” or “FSC paperboard” tells you something. “Earth-friendly” does not.
- It is honest about end of life. A pack is only recyclable where your customer can recycle it, and compostable film only helps if it reaches composting. In the US, the FTC’s Green Guides (16 CFR Part 260) set the rules for recyclable, compostable and degradable claims, so a good supplier helps you word yours correctly.
- It right-sizes. The smallest pack that protects the product uses less material, needs less void fill and often costs less to ship.
- It sells at low minimums. Overbuying is waste too: obsolete packaging from a rebrand ends up in a dumpster.
- It keeps your artwork and reorders without setup fees, so you can buy what you need now and top up later.
- It shows prices up front, so you can compare a sustainable option with the standard one before you decide.
Sustainable options, and what each one is good for
| Option | What it is | Best for | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled poly mailers | Poly film with post-consumer recycled content | Apparel and other soft goods | Still plastic film: recyclable only where film drop-off is accepted |
| Compostable poly mailers | Compostable film mailers (ours are home-compostable white film) | Brands whose customers compost | Keep them out of plastic recycling; they need composting conditions |
| Paper mailers | White, kraft or gold kraft paper outside, with an air-bubble lining | Small items that need padding | The bubble lining is plastic, so tell customers how to dispose of it |
| Recyclable mono-material pouches | One plastic family (our mono-PE is PE / EVOH / PE) | Food and dry goods that need a barrier | Eligible for store drop-off film recycling where accepted, not curbside |
| Compostable and biodegradable films | Plant-based or compostable pouch films | Short shelf-life dry goods | Barrier and shelf life differ from foil films; quoted on request |
| FSC paperboard | Carton board from forests managed under the FSC system | Retail cartons | Printing the FSC logo needs a certified chain of custody, so ask first |
| Recycled-content corrugated | Corrugated board made with recycled fiber | Shipping and mailer boxes | Size and flute matter more than ever, since recycled fiber is shorter |
| Soy- or water-based inks | Inks made with renewable or water-based carriers | Any printed pack | Ask for them when you order |
What sustainable packaging costs at TWO Packaging
| Pack | Spec | Starting at | Each |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled poly mailers | 10 × 13 in, one-color logo, 500 | $311.45 | $0.623 |
| Compostable poly mailers | 9.5 × 12 in, one-color logo, 500 | $175.95 | $0.352 |
| Kraft paper bubble mailers | 8.5 × 11 in, one-color logo, 500 | $383.30 | $0.767 |
| Recyclable mono-PE stand-up pouches | 4 × 6 × 2 in with zipper, 500 | $453.12 | $0.906 |
| Recycled paperboard tuck boxes | 3 × 2 × 5 in, printed outside, 100 | $176.48 | $1.76 |
| Kraft corrugated mailer boxes | 10 × 8 × 4 in, printed outside, 100 | $438.19 | $4.38 |
Starting-at prices from our live order pages, checked October 17, 2026: one design, Standard delivery to a US address with Free US shipping built into the price. Your price moves with size, material, print, quantity and delivery speed.
Choose in four questions
- Where will the pack end up? If your customers mostly recycle, choose recycled or recyclable. Choose compostable only if they can compost it.
- What must it protect? Food that needs a long shelf life needs a barrier film; a T-shirt does not.
- How much do you need? Order for the next few months, not the next few years. Reorders of the same artwork carry no setup fee.
- Can it be smaller? Measure the product and pick the smallest size that fits. It is the cheapest sustainability win there is.
Why brands choose TWO Packaging
TWO Packaging is a U.S.-based packaging company with online stores that price custom pouches, boxes and mailers instantly, with Free US shipping built into every price. Minimums: 500 bags per design for pouches, 100 boxes per design for printed boxes (250 for rigid boxes), 500 mailers per design with a one-color logo and 5,000 in full color. Production takes as few as 5 business days from artwork approval (up to 15), then delivery takes 25 to 35 days with Standard or 4 to 12 days with Expedited. Artwork stays on file for 24 months, reorders skip setup fees and stock samples are free. For the full range, including compostable films, FSC board and soy- or water-based inks, see our sustainable packaging page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most sustainable packaging material?
There is no single winner. The lowest-impact pack is usually the smallest one that protects the product, made from a material your customer can actually recycle or compost where they live.
Is compostable packaging better than recyclable packaging?
Only if it will be composted. A compostable mailer in a plastic recycling bin can contaminate the stream, and in a landfill it lacks the conditions it was designed to break down in. If your customers mostly recycle, a recycled or recyclable pack is often the better choice.
What sustainable packaging does TWO Packaging sell online?
Recycled and compostable poly mailers, white, kraft and gold kraft paper bubble mailers, recyclable mono-PE pouches, and recycled paperboard, kraft paperboard and kraft corrugated boxes, all priced instantly online. Compostable films, FSC board and soy- or water-based inks are quoted on request.
What are the minimum order quantities?
500 per design for pouches and 500 for one-color logo mailers, 5,000 for full-color mailers, 100 for printed boxes and 250 for rigid boxes.