The cannabis market continues to grow as states push for new medical and recreational laws regarding cannabis. Along with this welcomed growth, cannabis dispensary operators face the challenge of providing safe packaging that meets the needs of consumers and adheres to state regulations. The packaging you choose should protect your cannabis product, whether it is edibles, flowers, or topicals, and offer an eye-catching way to display your brand.
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The following are three essential cannabis packaging materials:
1. Rigid Cannabis Packaging Materials
Consumers often perceive items in a rigid container, made from packaging materials such as metal or glass, as having more value than a disposable container. Rigid packaging offers excellent protection for your cannabis product, which is especially important when dealing with cannabis flowers. Since rigid containers do not lose their form, you can count on consistent package presentation, and the hygienic containers will contribute to a long shelf life for the contents.
2. Semi-Rigid Cannabis Packaging Materials
Semi-rigid cannabis packaging will hold its form but have some give when pressure is applied. Materials used in semi-rigid packaging include aluminum, carton materials such as duplex or triplex board, and thermoformed plastic. Semi-rigid packaging is easy to produce and cost-effective. It produces containers tough enough to withstand handling, provides transparency for product viewing, and unlike glass, will not break.
3. Flexible Cannabis Packaging Materials
Flexible cannabis packaging materials are yieldable, and when filled, can change in shape. These are containers such as bags, envelopes, wraps, sachets, or pouches made of a combination of aluminum, paper, or plastic film. These packaging materials are widely available and less prone to breakage.
The packaging is lightweight and ergonomic, making it less expensive and easier to ship. It is also ideal for product presentation on shelf displays. Flexible cannabis packaging has great printing capabilities. This allows product labeling to be printed directly on the product instead of using a separate label. Flexible packaging is easily customizable to improve customer ease-of-use and to allow for unique branding.
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Choose Century Label for Your Package Labeling Needs
It’s a good idea to speak with a professional about your specific product packaging needs. The experts at Century Label can find the best choice for your cannabis product, whether it’s cannabis leaves and flowers, edibles, or concentrates. We have the packaging and labeling options that will keep your product protected, compliant, and stand out from the competition.
We offer shrink sleeves for rigid packaging, flexible packaging printing, and tamper-evident seal labels, among other packaging needs. Contact us to get started on designing your cannabis packaging.
