Sustainable packaging is becoming a requirement for food exporters—especially in North America and Europe, where 70% of consumers prefer eco-friendly packaging. To stay competitive, Colombian suppliers and trading companies are shifting to innovative, green packaging—meeting strict standards and reducing environmental footprint.

Biodegradable alternatives like compostable PLA, bagasse paper, and plant-based films are replacing single-use plastics. These solutions are gaining popularity because they meet certifications like FSC and OK Compost while retaining product freshness.

European markets increasingly favor refillable or reusable systems. Supermarkets in Germany and France now require suppliers to partner with local take-back schemes; enterprising Colombian exporters are starting to offer boxed concentrates and EMB packaging systems that replace polyethylene.

QR-enabled labels and NFC tags are used to communicate origin, certifications, and sustainability credentials. These smart labels also provide traceability for audits—essential for exports to Germany, Canada, and Japan.

Nextstop Trading sources food items in sustainable packaging formats compatible with your destinations’ retail standards. We coordinate with suppliers certified in packaging compliance and manage logistics to ensure boxes arrive intact under ambient, cold-chain, or frozen shipping conditions.

As reported by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, sustainable packaging investment has grown 25% annually since 2020 and is expected to be standard practice by 2028.

Food exporters must pivot to sustainable packaging to thrive in 2025. At Nextstop Trading, we partner with Colombian producers who are capitalizing on biodegradable materials, refillable systems, and smart-label traceability—providing you with standout products that meet global market demands.