Reducing Plastic Waste with Fully Cardboard Do Not Bend Envelopes
Go plastic-free with all-cardboard board-backed envelopes that protect just as well.
Plastic in traditional envelopes
Many traditional do not bend envelopes contain plastic elements: address windows, laminated surfaces, or plastic film linings. These components prevent the entire envelope from being recycled through standard kerbside collections and contribute to packaging plastic waste.
Quick answer
All-cardboard do not bend envelopes with no plastic windows, no lamination, and paper-based closures are fully recyclable and perform identically to plastic-containing alternatives. They avoid the Plastic Packaging Tax, satisfy consumer eco preferences, and simplify recycling for recipients. The per-unit cost is comparable to or less than plastic-windowed versions.
All-cardboard alternatives
Print the address directly on the envelope or use a label.
Peel-and-seal with paper release strips eliminates the last plastic element.
For moisture resistance, water-based coatings are recyclable alternatives.
More eco: recyclability guide or eco inks and glues.
Performance comparison
All-cardboard envelopes provide identical bend resistance, seal security, and postal protection compared to plastic-containing versions. The only functional difference is the absence of a window, which is easily replaced by a printed or labelled address.
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Browse do not bend envelopesFrequently asked questions
Yes, all-cardboard versions with no windows, no lamination, and paper closures.
No, comparable or less than plastic-windowed versions.
Print directly, use printed labels, or hand-write the address.
Yes, bend resistance is determined by the board, not the window or coating.
Yes, all-cardboard envelopes contain zero plastic and are tax-exempt.
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