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How Sustainable Crash Lock Boxes Are Helping Brands Meet ESG Targets

How crash lock packaging helps brands hit environmental, social, and governance targets.

4 min readUpdated April 2025

ESG and packaging

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) targets are now a core part of business strategy for brands of all sizes. Packaging is one of the most visible areas where businesses can demonstrate real progress. Switching to sustainable crash lock boxes delivers measurable environmental improvements that strengthen ESG reporting.

Measurable plastic reduction by replacing plastic-based packaging with cardboard
Recyclability rate over 80% for corrugated cardboard in the UK
FSC certification demonstrates responsible sourcing in supply chain audits
Lower carbon footprint than plastic packaging across the full lifecycle

Quick answer

Crash lock boxes support ESG targets through plastic elimination, high recyclability, responsible sourcing, and measurable carbon reduction. They provide concrete data for sustainability reporting: tonnage of plastic removed, percentage of recycled content used, FSC certification status, and end-of-life recyclability. Brands can communicate these credentials on the packaging itself, building consumer trust.

Environmental benefits

Crash lock boxes with water-based inks and PVA adhesive contain no plastic whatsoever.

Standard corrugated board contains 70-80% recycled fibre, with 100% recycled options available.

Manufacturers can provide lifecycle carbon data per box for inclusion in Scope 3 emissions reporting.

ESG reporting with packaging

Data points for ESG reports0 / 5 checked

Tonnage of plastic eliminated by switching to cardboard crash lock boxes
Percentage of recycled content in packaging materials
FSC or PEFC certification status of board suppliers
End-of-life recyclability rate of packaging (target: 100%)
Carbon footprint per unit of packaging (kg CO2e)

Packaging sustainability strategy

Start by auditing your current packaging for plastic content, recyclability, and sourcing. Set measurable targets (e.g. "eliminate all plastic packaging by 2026"). Switch to crash lock boxes where applicable, choose recycled and certified materials, and communicate your progress transparently to stakeholders and customers.

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Sustainable packaging for ESG

ProcuraPack provides recyclable, FSC-certified crash lock boxes with carbon footprint data for your ESG reporting.

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Frequently asked questions

They eliminate plastic, use recycled materials, are fully recyclable, and provide measurable data for sustainability reporting.

Yes, manufacturers can provide lifecycle carbon data per unit for Scope 3 emissions reporting.

FSC or PEFC for responsible sourcing. ISO 14001 for environmental management systems.

Print recycling instructions, FSC logos, and recycled content percentages directly on the box.

Yes, they have lower lifecycle carbon emissions, are widely recycled, and biodegrade if they reach landfill.

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