Sustainable packaging materials for your next project
At Weavabel, we're dedicated to investing in finding the latest and most innovative materials to help our customers reach their sustainability goals. From certified papers to recycled silicone, we have all the options to enhance your brand. Here's a snapshot of the materials we have to offer — a range we're continuously building and enhancing.
Cellulose film
Is a clear and glossy material made of tree cellulose from PEFC forests. It is home compostable relieving pressure on waste systems and promoting a circular economy. Used as a garment bag as an alternative to a plastic bag.
Glassine paper
Glassine paper is semi-translucent, weather resistant, durable and can be FSC-certified. As it is paper it is easily recycled, promoting a circular economy. Used for paper envelope bags or gusseted garment bags.
Paptic paper
Paptic is bio-based, renewable and recyclable material made from wood fibres. An FSC option is also available. As an eco-friendly alternative to using plastic in packaging it can be used for bags or mailing envelopes.
Notpla with Seaweed
GF Smith Notpla board which contains 30% inclusions of seaweed from industrial processing & 60% recycled post-consumer waste.
Recycled paper cup heat transfer
30% recycled paper cup material, up to 7% water-based pigments & water-based PU using up to 30% less ink than regular solvent-based heat transfers.
OBP certified recycled polyester
An Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP) certification ensures yarn in recycled polyester helps to reduce the amount of waste entering the earth’s waterways.FSC® paper
A certified sustainable and traceable paper that's biodegradable, recyclable and protects against harmful deforestation. Used for hang tags, overriders, woven bag handles, carrier bags, gift boxes and more.
Organic cotton
An eco-friendly cotton material made from naturally cultivated plants, free from artificial agents, toxins, fertilisers or pesticides. Used for clothing labels, garment bags, swing tags and more.
Recycled polyester
A GRS-certified man-made fibre produced using post-consumer PET waste. Recycled polyester is recycled and recyclable. Used for clothing labels, embroidered badges and more.
Kraft paper
A strong, durable paper made with virgin wood pulp that's organic, recyclable, biodegradable and renewable. Used for carrier bags, hang tags, mailing bags, boxes and gift packaging.
Recycled LDPE
Recycled and recyclable, GRS-certified plastic alternative made with post-consumer waste. Available with up to 100% recycled content. Used for storage and protection during garment distribution.
Straw paper
Manufactured using surplus straw, which requires low energy and mild treatment. This biodegradable alternative reduces deforestation. Used for hang tags and more.
FSC® rubber
A natural material using rubber that's sustainably sourced from FSC-certified forests, reducing the impact on the environment. Used for injection-moulded badges and more.
Water soluble plastic
A PVA-based plastic that's biodegradable, recyclable and will dissolve in boiling water, reducing the amount of plastic waste going to landfill. Used for poly bags and more.
Bamboo yarns
Made from bamboo grown in Asia, bamboo yarns are a regenerative and biodegradable material that requires less water to produce than cotton. Used for printed labels and tapes.
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Bamboo paper
A regenerative, biodegradable paper that requires fewer chemicals, water and no bleaching during production. Used for hang tags, carrier bags and more.
Recycled silicone
A waterproof and durable material made from post-consumer silicone waste. The GRS-certified silicone reduces chemicals and emissions. Used for badges, patches and more.
Recycled nylon
Produced using recycled post-consumer nylon, such as discarded fishing nets, this material can be used for care labels, injection-moulded badges and more.
Recycled leather
Manufactured using pre-consumer leather offcuts, reducing the impact of waste in landfill and on the environment. A luxury option used for patches, badges and more.
Seed paper
A biodegradable paper that can be planted to grow wildflowers. It's also regenerative and sustainable. Used for swing tags, overrider tickets and more.
Recycled TPU
A strong, durable plastic using 100% GRS-certified recycled materials, minimising the impact of plastic on the environment. Used for embossed badges, cord ends and more.
Water-based PU leather
A vegan leather created using a polyurethane resin and water instead of toxic solvents, minimising harm to animals and the environment. Used for leather patches and more.
Twisted paper string
A versatile, eco-friendly string option, featuring FSC accreditation. It can be matched to specific Pantone colours and is used for attaching hang tags and button bags to products.
Tencel
Created using wood cellulose from eucalyptus trees, Tencel yarns are biodegradable and compostable, reducing the amount of waste. Used for printed tapes and more.