Packaging
Our Bottles & Tubes
Sustainability Through Recyclable Materials
Our bottles and tubes stand for innovative sustainability and maximum recyclability. Our HDPE ketchup bottles are available in sizes of 300 ml, 500 ml, and 800 ml and are 99% recyclable. Mechanical recycling allows them to be reused in a variety of ways – for example, as pipes, blown film, or flowerpots. In addition, we are developing chemical recycling processes that break down even mixed plastics into their chemical components and make them usable for new applications. In this way, we at Hela send a strong signal in support of environmentally friendly packaging solutions. The “Platina 250 Pro” tubes are made of thin HDPE monomaterial with a barrier content of less than 5%, which both reduces environmental impact and makes recycling easier. We also deliberately avoid decorative finishes such as embossing foil in our design to further advance sustainability.
Our Portion Packs & Buckets
Efficient Packaging Solutions
At Hela, we rely on innovative, environmentally friendly solutions – from portion packs to bulk containers. Our Gewürz Ketchup portion packs are made from home-compostable Super7 film. This film, made from paper, cellulose, and a chemically modified polymer blend, is DIN-tested, TÜV-certified, and FSC-certified – a sustainable step that meets the highest standards. Our buckets in 5-kg and 10-kg sizes are also made entirely from recyclable material, including the label and lid. In 2023, we replaced the 12-liter canisters with these buckets to significantly reduce plastic use, storage space, and CO₂ emissions. Hela thus combines functionality and sustainability at every level.
Why We Do Not Use Glass
Although glass is often seen as an environmentally friendly alternative, it is not the most sustainable choice for Hela. Producing and recycling glass requires large amounts of energy and causes significant CO₂ emissions. In addition, the weight of glass bottles increases fuel consumption during transportation. Food safety also plays a role in our production: glass poses a risk of contamination from fragments.
Bioplastics: Challenges and Limitations
Bioplastics are currently not a suitable option for our packaging. They are often made from food crops such as sugarcane or corn, which require large amounts of water, fertilizer, and farmland to grow. In addition, they do not provide the product protection our customers expect. However, we are continuously working to find sustainable alternatives that meet our requirements.
Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement
At Hela, our work on sustainable packaging never ends. We regularly question our decisions, test new solutions, and adapt to technological advances. Whether it is recyclable HDPE bottles or optimized transport packaging – our goal remains to protect the environment while ensuring the quality of our products.
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