Innovation is the key to igniting packaging success, and the tobacco industry is no different. Here at Parkside Flexibles, we’re proudly at the forefront of our industry, delivering an exceptional portfolio of solutions to meet the needs of our clients not just today, but into the future.
It’s no secret that amid evolving consumer needs and shifting legislation, the tobacco market is complex. What today’s competitive tobacco product businesses need is a trusted partner that delivers above and beyond, every time.
To do that, at Parkside we remove common pressure points for our customers with tailored packaging solutions that tick every single box from sustainability to compliance, and everything in between.
Material expertise
No matter what our customers’ needs may be, there’s always a solution to be found in our broad portfolio of materials and formats, designed to meet every conceivable demand and consumer trend within the tobacco industry. Our expertise in materials spans from more established ‘traditional’ choices to future-ready packaging substrates tailored for maximum performance and consumer appeal, with sustainability in mind
Our range includes traditional packaging materials such as foil laminates, which have long been a staple in tobacco packaging due to their excellent barrier properties and remain a popular choice today. As market needs evolve, however, so does our portfolio.
Additionally, for businesses putting a core focus on sustainability, Parkside is the perfect match. We’ve expanded our tobacco packaging product range to include a variety of paper-based materials, available in varying grades to suit different product needs. We have also broadened our offering to tobacco industry customers with polymer materials such as polyethylene (PE), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polypropylene (PP), and oriented polypropylene (OPP). Our range of certified compostable materials, accredited to EN13432 standards, as well as Vincotte OK Home Compost regulations, provide a way to support ESG strategies without compromising on quality or aesthetics.
Each material we offer can be configured as a single-ply or multi-layer laminate, providing the necessary flexibility to meet specific barrier requirements and ensuring product freshness and integrity.
Consumer-led tobacco packaging formats
Our approach to materials, pushing the boundaries of performance and exploring new ways to deliver packaging excellence, allows us to develop tobacco packaging in almost any format, helping our clients create a distinct presence in the marketplace.
One such solution is our high-barrier inner liner, which combines ease of use with aesthetic flexibility. This easy-open, re-closable solution supports detailed flexographic print capability in up to ten colours, making it ideal for brands that want to make a strong visual impact while reducing plastic usage through optional paper liners.
Similarly, our carton wraps are designed to meet the dual demands of sustainability and consumer appeal. Available in a wide array of materials, these wraps are again flexo-printable in up to ten colours, creating for vibrant designs that catch attention.
Our stand-up pouches are another example of our commitment to consumer-driven tobacco packaging solutions. One of the fastest growing packaging formats, these pouches are easy-open and light weight, making them a highly convenient format that consumers connect with. Available in various materials and gauges, they are perfect for modern products such as CBD and modern oral nicotine products, providing outstanding shelf presence.
For roll-your-own (RYO) tobacco products, we offer premium pouches that not only look great, but also deliver practical benefits. These pouches feature easy opening and secure re-closing mechanisms, helping to keep contents fresh and enhancing the overall user experience.
So, why Parkside?
Whether you’re looking for an easy-open, re-closable inner liner or a stand-up pouch for maximum graphic impact, our experienced team has you covered. Our range of packaging solutions caters to a variety of nicotine products, from combustible tobacco to heat-not-burn (or heated tobacco) and modern oral products.
And with our state-of-the-art creative suite and market-leading production capabilities, we can bring your vision to life with eye-catching designs and innovative features. We’re proud to act as a true end-to-end partner for our customers, able to handle all heavy lifting in the tobacco packaging design and development process. With decades of experience in the tobacco sector and global reach with production sites in Europe and Malaysia, we deliver speed to market and quality that wows.
But we believe that innovation doesn’t stop at materials and formats – it extends to sustainability as well. At Parkside, we’re committed to minimising our environmental impact in every way we can, and our comprehensive list of accreditations is evidence of our ongoing efforts.
From recycle-ready monopolymers and compostable packaging to lightweight materials that reduce the carbon cost of logistics, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in sustainable packaging design and development.
Parkside is your go-to partner for tobacco packaging excellence, but don’t just take our word for it – our track record speaks for itself. From combustible tobacco to heat-not-burn, vape products and everything in between, we have solutions for every sub-sector of this evolving market. We’re helping our tobacco customers, companies just like yours, to stay ahead of the curve and secure success in what is a crowded marketspace.
So, if you’re looking to boost your tobacco brand’s profile or connect with the shifting needs of a complex market, why settle for anything less than excellence? Get in touch with the Parkside Flexibles team today to uplift and enhance your tobacco packaging.
