News on Packaging Materials & Technology

8 minute read

Custom Packaging for Ecommerce D2C: How to Differentiate, Scale, and Stay Sustainable

byZenpack Official
April 13, 2026
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For D2C ecommerce brands, custom ecommerce packaging is a key brand and marketing touchpoint that enhances unboxing, strengthens identity, drives social sharing, and improves logistics efficiency while supporting sustainable scaling.

MMaterials & Tech

3 minute read

Materials Costs Are Rising — and Packaging Prices Are Following

byTony Lam
April 1, 2026
57 views

Packaging costs move with energy. Learn how oil, fuel, and logistics volatility are reshaping packaging materials pricing—and how brands can manage cost and supply chain risk in 2026.

PPackaging Tips

8 minute read

Custom Packaging: How Growing Brands Turn Packaging into a Competitive Advantage

byZenpack Official
March 19, 2026
94 views

Custom packaging goes beyond aesthetics—it enhances experience, protects products, and elevates brand value. From templated to fully custom solutions, packaging becomes a competitive advantage that reduces returns and creates memorable unboxing experiences.

MMaterials & Tech

9 minute read

Navigating the Circular Economy: A Masterclass in Sustainable Custom Cardboard Packaging

byZenpack Official
February 5, 2026
138 views

Discover how sustainable custom cardboard packaging can boost brand value, enhance unboxing experiences, and support a circular economy.

PPackaging Tips

12 minute read

Supplement Packaging in the U.S.: How to Build Trust, Stay Compliant, and Ship Confidently

byJim Lin
January 21, 2026
333 views

Launching a supplement brand in the US? From FDA compliance (DSHEA) and child-resistant caps to Amazon FBA requirements, this guide covers essential packaging strategies to build trust and avoid legal pitfalls.

NNews

2 minute read

10 Years of Innovation: Reflections on CES 2026 & Our “Pack & Pour” Celebration

byJim Lin
January 16, 2026
151 views

Zenpack celebrates its 10th anniversary at CES 2026, observing AI, robotics, and health & wellness trends, and hosting its “Pack & Pour” client dinner in Las Vegas.

OOn the Verge

4 minute read

EPR Fees & Your Bottom Line: What Brand Owners Need to Know About Packaging Costs

byJim Lin
December 9, 2025
296 views

Are you ready for the shift in packaging costs? Learn how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees affect your brand’s profitability and how "eco-modulation" can lower your compliance bills.

OOn the Verge

19 minute read

US EPR Packaging Compliance Guide (2025): What Brands Must Do & How Zenpack Helps

byJim Lin
November 12, 2025
4.8K views

See what Maine, Oregon, Colorado, California, Minnesota, Maryland & Washington require under new packaging EPR laws. Deadlines, producer steps, and how Zenpack helps.

NNews

5 minute read

Zenpack Wins at Pentawards 2025 — Four Projects, One Shared Vision

byJim Lin
October 14, 2025
250 views

Zenpack wins multiple Pentawards 2025 honors for innovative, sustainable packaging across coffee, beauty, and labware, showcasing design excellence and eco-friendly solutions.

PPackaging Tips

15 minute read

The Ultimate Coffee Packaging Design Guide: Creative Ideas, Materials & Trends (2026 Updated)

byJim Lin
July 6, 2025
5.1K views

This comprehensive guide explores the critical role of packaging in the coffee industry, covering material choices, key design considerations, common mistakes, and the latest 2026 trends.