[News] What are the challenges faced in promoting paper bottles?
Release time:
Apr 25,2025
Promoting paper bottles faces technical, economic, recycling, and greenwashing challenges.
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Technical challenges
Preventing leakage and moisture is challenging：Paper softens when exposed to water and requires waterproof coatings (e.g., plastic or aluminum foil).
High preservation demands：For perishable beverages like beer, paper bottles require an oxygen barrier layer, costing 2-3 times more than conventional plastic.
Economic and Recycling Challenges
High production costs：Paper bottles cost 30%-50% more than traditional packaging. High-quality pulp depends on limited sources (e.g., Canada and Northern Europe), leaving supply chains vulnerable to geopolitical or environmental disruptions.
Underdeveloped recycling infrastructure：Only 10% of global regions have specialized paper bottle recycling facilities. In countries like India, more than 50% of waste paper ends up in landfills.
Consumer Trust Challenge
Misconceptions about sustainability：Consumers often assume paper bottles are fully biodegradable, yet coated variants require industrial composting. This discrepancy has raised concerns about “greenwashing”.
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