The world of confectionery packaging is rapidly evolving, with 2024 trends highlighting the need for packaging solutions that preserve freshness, enhance shelf appeal, and prioritize sustainability.

Manufacturers of chocolates and snacks are under increasing pressure to meet consumer demands for eco-friendly and visually appealing packaging without compromising product quality.

Sonoco Asia answers this demand with its rigid paper cans and EnviroCan™—innovative solutions that combine durability, premium design, and sustainable materials. These packaging options not only protect your products but also align with the growing trend toward environmentally responsible choices.

Key Takeaways

  • Sustainability That Stands Out: Our EnviroCan™ sustainable paper can series, crafted with 100% recycled fiber and 90% post-consumer content, is aligned with the eco-friendly packaging trends while empowering your brand to achieve its sustainability goals.

  • Extended Shelf Life and Product Protection: Advanced barrier materials guard against moisture and oxygen, keeping snacks fresh for up to 24 months and ensuring product quality throughout storage and transit.

  • Premium Branding Opportunities: The iconic design of rigid paper cans, famously used by global brands for classic chips, exemplifies how customizable designs, vibrant prints, and resealable features can elevate shelf appeal. This creates a packaging application that not only encourages repeat use but also delivers a premium unboxing experience, enhancing brand perception and driving repeat purchases.

Premium & Innovative Packaging Solutions for Confectionery

rigid paper cans with vibrant design in various heights and diameters

Rigid Paper Cans

Rigid Paper Cans (also known as paperboard canisters or spiral-wound paper tubes) are a versatile and iconic choice for confectionery packaging. These lightweight yet durable paper packaging deliver the perfect combination of product protection, visual appeal, and consumer convenience, making them a go-to solution for chocolates, candies, and snacks. 

Key Benefits:

  • Exceptional Protection and Stability: Rigid paper cans safeguard products against damage during shipping, storage, and handling, ensuring that chocolates and snacks remain intact and fresh on the shelf.
  • High Barrier Capabilities: Incorporating advanced packaging technology, barrier protection, and peelable paper membranes, these containers provide superior protection against moisture, oxygen, and external elements, extending shelf life and preserving product quality.
  • Consumer-Friendly Design: With options for resealable lids and easy-to-hold structures, rigid paper cans offer convenience for consumers, encouraging reuse and ensuring practicality in storage.
  • Endless Customization Options: Sonoco’s high-end printing technology and graphic capabilities allow for vibrant colour designs and premium finishes, not to mention a range of sizes (various heights and diameters) to create eye-catching packaging designs that boost brand recognition and drive impulse purchases.
EnviroCan Sonoco's Sustainable and Eco Friendly Paper Container

EnviroCan™

For confectionery brands prioritizing sustainability, EnviroCan™ provides a fully recyclable and eco-friendly solution made with 100% recycled fiber and 90% post-consumer recycled content. This eco-friendly and sustainable option helps brands meet consumer demands for environmentally conscious packaging choices without compromising performance.

Why Choose EnviroCan™:

  • Recyclable, Renewable and Compostable Packaging: EnviroCan supports circular economy goals by reducing landfill waste and conserving natural resources.
  • Premium Eco-Friendly Branding Potential: From sleek designs to customizable prints and finishes, EnviroCan allows brands to elevate their packaging while promoting sustainability.

Why Sonoco Asia’s Confectionery Packaging Options Stand Out

Sonoco Confectionery Packaging for chocolate snacks and sweets

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Durability and Product Protection

Confectionery products such as chocolates, candies, and snacks require packaging that offers exceptional protection against moisture, oxygen, and external pressures.

  • Barrier Protection for Freshness: Sonoco Asia’s rigid paper cans incorporate high-barrier materials that preserve product quality, extend shelf life, and guard against environmental factors like humidity and air exposure.
  • Robust Structure: Designed for strength and stability, rigid paper cans maintain integrity during handling, transit, and on-shelf display, ensuring products reach consumers in perfect condition.
  • Lightweight and Sturdy: The lightweight manufacture of rigid paper cans and cartons reduces material waste while maintaining the durability needed for rigorous distribution channels.
Girl Shopping for confectionery snacks in supermarket aisle

Visual Appeal, Branding and Customization

Packaging plays a crucial role in attracting consumers and driving impulse purchases in the competitive confectionery market. Sonoco Asia’s packaging solutions deliver eye-catching designs and premium branding capabilities that make products stand out.

  • Customizable Designs: With options to customize vibrant prints, premium finishes, and sleek branding, rigid paper cans create a memorable unboxing experience that enhances consumer perception.
  • Superior Shelf Presence: Unique cylindrical shapes and high-quality graphics ensure products are visually appealing and recognizable on crowded retail shelves.
  • Consistency in Quality: Sonoco Asia’s expertise in high-end graphic capabilities ensures every package reflects the brand’s identity, combining visual charm with reliable performance.
confectionery paper can packaging in various heights, lids and closures

Ease of Use and Accessibility

Packaging that combines convenience and functionality enhances the overall consumer experience and fosters brand loyalty.

  • User-Friendly Features: Sonoco’s easy-to-use lids and resealable closures provide effortless access for consumers while maintaining product freshness, encouraging repeat use.
  • Practical and Functional Packaging Design: Rigid paper cans are lightweight, easy to hold, and simple to store, making them a preferred choice for confectionery products at home or on the go.
Sonoco's Sustainable awards

Sustainability and Circular Economy

In today’s market, sustainable packaging is essential for meeting consumer expectations and reducing environmental impact. Sonoco Asia’s packaging solutions, including EnviroCan™, lead the way in eco-friendly innovation without compromising on performance.

  • Recyclable Packaging: EnviroCan™ is made with 100% recycled fiber and 90% post-consumer content, offering a fully recyclable solution that supports brands’ sustainability goals.
  • Reduced Environmental Impact: By using renewable and recycled materials, EnviroCan™ helps brands lower their carbon footprint while contributing to circular economy principles.
  • Responsible Innovation: Sonoco Asia champions sustainable practices by combining advanced material technology with functionality, ensuring packaging solutions that benefit both brands and the environment.
Sonoco Team sharing sustainable confectionery packaging with clients

Conclusion

In the competitive world of confectionery, the right packaging does more than protect your products—it enhances shelf appeal, strengthens brand identity, and meets the growing demand for sustainable solutions. Sonoco Asia’s rigid paper cans and EnviroCan™ offer the perfect combination of durability, premium design, and eco-friendly innovation, making them the ideal choice for chocolates, candies, and snacks.

With customizable designs, advanced barrier protection, and a strong commitment to sustainability, Sonoco Asia helps confectionery manufacturers stand out in the market while aligning with global environmental goals. Partner with Sonoco Asia to deliver innovative packaging that delights consumers, protects products, and drives your brand forward.

 
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