Chorokmaeul Overhauls Delivery Packaging: "Switching to Recycled Paper Boxes"

Using FSC-Certified Recycled Paper Boxes Instead of Styrofoam

Chorokmaeul announced on the 2nd that it will completely replace all dawn delivery packages with recycled paper boxes in line with 'Environment Day' and maximize eco-friendly values.

Chorokmaeul will introduce eco-friendly paper boxes instead of the styrofoam boxes previously used for frozen product packaging in dawn delivery, and will implement this change starting from the dawn of the 5th. The boxes are coated with a surface coating technology free of harmful substances to enhance cooling performance, preserving the coldness of frozen and refrigerated products to ensure freshness.

The new delivery boxes are made from 100% corrugated cardboard, a representative eco-friendly material, and utilize recycled raw materials certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). For frozen products, an inner liner is inserted to prevent direct contact between the product and the refrigerant; instead of using double liners glued with adhesive, a folding method is adopted to create an 'adhesive-free box.'

The package improvement was rapidly promoted during the process of addressing customer pain points and reflecting them in the service since the introduction of dawn delivery in February. Not only the boxes but also packaging materials such as vinyl air caps and tape were changed to paper materials, and packaging guidelines were revised to prevent excessive packaging, including the use of unnecessary packaging materials.

Chorokmaeul, which has specialized in eco-friendly and organic food for 24 years, plans to expand its eco-friendly values to the delivery service sector and lead the trend of value consumption. It has operated the largest number of green stores designated by the Ministry of Environment in the distribution industry for seven consecutive years, runs green cards in all stores, and continues to discover various eco-friendly activities such as campaigns for using shopping bags and redesigning paper bags for stores. It also plans to launch projects soon to improve packaging for all delivery types, including store delivery and courier delivery.

Lee Young-seung, head of logistics at Chorokmaeul, said, “As the number of customers who value eco-friendly values increases, we focused on improving packaging to maximize recycling rates and enhance customer experience.” He added, “The ultimate goal of the packaging improvement project is to reduce environmental burdens and increase customer satisfaction across all delivery areas, both online and offline.”

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