Environmental Impact

Sustainable Cold Chain Packaging: An EPS Alternative

Replace EPS with High-Performance, Sustainable Insulation

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam has long been used in cold chain shipping due to its low cost and insulating properties. However, increasing regulations, disposal challenges, and sustainability expectations are driving companies to adopt more advanced EPS alternatives.

Recycoolers® by Vericool deliver reliable thermal performance while reducing environmental impact and supporting modern compliance standards.

What Is EPS and Why It’s Being Replaced

EPS is a petroleum-based foam widely used for insulated packaging. Despite its effectiveness, it presents several challenges:

These issues are accelerating the shift toward sustainable cold chain packaging solutions.

Environmental Impact of EPS

EPS undergoes photodegradation, fragmenting into microplastics that persist in ecosystems and may enter food chains.

Key concerns include:

These factors have made EPS a growing concern for regulators and businesses alike.

Why Businesses Are Switching to EPS Alternatives

Regulatory pressure

ESG and brand positioning

Operational efficiency

Recycoolers®: A Sustainable EPS Alternative

Recycoolers® are designed for modern cold chain logistics, combining performance, sustainability, and compliance.

Sustainable materials

Thermal performance

Innovative insulation

End-of-life flexibility

Standards and compliance

Built for Cold Chain Applications

Recycoolers® are used across:

They provide consistent temperature control while aligning with sustainability and regulatory requirements.

Transition from EPS to Sustainable Packaging

EPS is no longer aligned with evolving regulatory and environmental standards. Transitioning to Recycoolers® allows companies to:

Get Started

Evaluate your current packaging and transition to a sustainable EPS alternative with Recycoolers® by Vericool.

Contact us to explore a solution tailored to your shipping needs.

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