If you’re comparing EcoPackables vs. ePac Flexible Packaging, you’re likely a fast-growing brand looking for high-quality pouches, film rolls, or digitally printed flexible packaging. While both companies manufacture and offer custom solutions, EcoPackables is built from the ground up for sustainability-first brands that want smarter materials, lower environmental impact, and greater versatility at scale.
Let’s break down the key differences.
1. Mission-Driven R&D in Sustainable Films
Unlike ePac, which offers traditional digitally printed pouches across various applications, EcoPackables specializes exclusively in sustainable film packaging. Our team develops proprietary substrates through R&D to ensure environmental impact is minimized without compromising performance or aesthetics.
Material Innovations:
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Biolaminate™ – Home-compostable laminate engineered for barrier protection and shelf presence
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Renewa™ – Recycled ocean-bound plastic film that contributes to circularity and waste reduction
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R100P™ – The world’s first laser-purified 100% PCR plastic film that rivals virgin in appearance and strength
These are not available through ePac, which sources standard digital-print-ready substrates.
2. Higher PCR Content & Compostable Film Options
EcoPackables consistently uses higher percentages of post-consumer recycled (PCR) content in our flexible films, allowing clients to:
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Meet plastic tax thresholds
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Boost LCA impact scores
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Align with global Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs
We also offer a fully certified home compostable film option, engineered in house — not drop-shipped from third-party suppliers. This is a major win for food-safe and CPG brands seeking landfill diversion.
3. Flexographic Printing for Scale & Efficiency
While ePac focuses on digital printing, EcoPackables provides flexographic printing options that are more cost-effective at scale:
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Lower cost per unit for runs over 10,000 units
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Ability to print with compost-safe and algae-based inks
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Better fit for brands doing 6+ SKU launches or regular large orders
Digital printing has a place — but if you're scaling, flexo will save you money without sacrificing quality.
4. Superior Pouch and Film Format Flexibility
Because we convert, EcoPackables offers more pouch styles and better customizability:
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Stand-up pouches, flat-bottom pouches, spouted pouches, and sachets
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Reclosable zippers, tear notches, and degassing valves
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Lidding films, laminated rolls, VFFS films, shrink sleeves, and more
Our global facility network allows us to convert pouch styles and film types with greater variability and faster lead times than ePac’s digitally-optimized infrastructure.
5. Certified B Corp & LCA-Verified Substrates
EcoPackables is a Certified B Corporation, legally committed to people and planet over profit.
Every film we offer comes with third-party-verified Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data, which supports:
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EPR compliance in jurisdictions like California, Canada, and Europe
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Plastic tax calculations
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Auditable sustainability claims for investor, brand, and retailer reporting
ePac has no public LCA data and is not a B Corp.
Comparison Table: EcoPackables vs. ePac
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Feature |
EcoPackables ✅ |
ePac ❌ |
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Raw Material R&D |
Yes |
No |
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Certified B Corp |
Yes |
No |
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Home Compostable Film Options |
Yes |
No |
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High PCR % in Flexible Films |
Yes |
Limited |
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Biolaminate™, Renewa™, R100P™ Films |
Yes |
No |
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Flexographic Printing (High-Volume) |
Yes |
No (Digital Only) |
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Custom Pouch & Film Format Range |
Broad |
Moderate |
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Global Facility Network |
Yes |
Primarily U.S. |
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Verified LCA Data on All Films |
Yes |
No |
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Compost-Safe, Algae-Based Inks |
Yes |
No |
Industries We Serve
EcoPackables partners with scaling brands across:
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Specialty Food & Beverage: Compostable or PCR pouches, degassing valves, lidding films
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Coffee & Tea: High-barrier compostable film with zippers and valves
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Cosmetics & Wellness: Sachets, sustainable refill packs, premium pouches
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CPG & Household Goods: Roll stock, resealable stand-up pouches, shrink sleeves
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Apparel: Compostable and recycled polybags with clear branding, garment bags
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes EcoPackables better for sustainable brands?
We manufacture only sustainable films, develop our own substrates, and back it all with LCA data. Our sustainability is not just messaging — it’s engineered.
Do you also offer digital printing?
We can support small runs digitally, but we specialize in flexo printing, which is much more cost-efficient for brands ordering 10,000+ units.
Are your materials recyclable and compostable?
Yes. We offer films that are home compostable, recyclable via store drop-off, and compliant with EPR and plastic taxes.
Do you support food safety?
Absolutely. All of our films are FDA and EU food-grade compliant and produced in facilities with the relevant certifications.
Final Verdict
ePac has built a strong reputation for short-run digital pouch printing, ideal for quick SKUs and flexible customization. But if you're scaling — and want to combine sustainability, regulatory compliance, lower cost per unit, and better pouch versatility — EcoPackables is the superior partner.
Our B Corp commitment, exclusive compostable and recycled films, and flexo capabilities make us the preferred packaging supplier for brands that care about both impact and execution.
Call to Action
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