Radienz Living and Graphic Packaging Introduce First Curbside-Recyclable, Child-Resistant Paperboard Packaging for Laundry Pods

Radienz Living and Graphic Packaging International have launched the first curbside-recyclable, child-resistant paperboard packaging for laundry pods. The CleanClose pack is made from paperboard with 50% recycled fiber content and is certified under U.S. 16 CFR 1700.20. It is designed to protect children while meeting consumer demand for recyclable packaging and offers real-world advantages for retailers and consumers, including efficient warehousing and shipping, increased space efficiency, and durability standards for e-commerce and large-format retail.

Radienz Living and Graphic Packaging International have jointly introduced a groundbreaking innovation in laundry pod packaging. The CleanClose™ pack, made from paperboard with 50% recycled fiber content, is the first certified child-resistant, curbside-recyclable paperboard packaging for laundry pods [1].

Certified under U.S. 16 CFR 1700.20, the CleanClose™ pack combines superior sustainability with certified safety, addressing growing consumer demands for recyclable packaging while protecting children. The pack features a tamper-evident button and an audible “click” closure, ensuring both security and ease of use for adults [1].

From a supply chain perspective, the CleanClose™ pack offers significant advantages. It is delivered flat for efficient warehousing and shipping, occupies at least 10% more space than traditional plastic pouches, and withstands top-load compression of 400 lbs for self-palletization. These features make it SIOC-ready and club-store optimized, meeting durability standards for e-commerce and large-format retail [1].

The collaboration between Radienz Living and Graphic Packaging International signifies a pivotal shift away from flexible plastic packaging, setting a new industry standard. Radienz Living’s CEO, Ernesto Levy, expressed pride in the innovation, stating, "This paperboard pack represents the next chapter in laundry pod packaging—safe, curbside recyclable, and built for the realities of today’s supply chains" [1].

Graphic Packaging’s Director of New Business Development, Chuck Tarlton, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the packaging’s ability to deliver safer, more sustainable, and market-ready solutions. The partnership exemplifies the companies' commitment to innovation and sustainability, addressing complex packaging challenges [1].

This innovation aligns with Radienz Living’s history of first-to-market innovations and its dedication to environmental stewardship. The company’s technical expertise, supply chain agility, and deep category knowledge support its mission to deliver future-forward solutions [1].

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[1] https://www.graphicpkg.com/products/cleanclose-detergent-packaging/