Primary, Secondary and Tertiary packaging solutions from Pioneer.
Different types of packaging are commonly referred to as primary, secondary or tertiary packaging. Here, we take a closer look at what these categories mean, as well as examples of each type.
- Primary Packaging refers to the package that holds the product, and has the most direct contact with the actual contents. For example, in a 12-pack box of canned soda, the cans are the primary packaging. Other types of primary packaging include potato chip bags, pharmaceutical bottles and egg cartons. Depending on the product, the primary package can face the customers on the retail shelf.
- Secondary Packaging is the container that holds the primary packaging. For the 12-pack of soda, the box that stores and carries the cans would be the secondary packaging. Kits that bundle together different products are also an example of secondary packaging. Secondary packaging is often ready retail-shelf ready.
- Tertiary packaging is used for shipping, bulk handling and warehouse storage, and is not commonly displayed on the retail shelf. Pallets used to transport products are considered tertiary packaging. In addition, stretch wrappers used to unitize pallet loads for easier, more stable transport are also a type of tertiary packaging.
At Pioneer, we offer a wide range of packaging solutions, from in-house custom packaging design for primary and secondary packaging, to automated systems that simplify tertiary packaging production. For information on Pioneer’s packaging solutions, contact us today. Follow @pioneerpkg on Twitter for packaging news and updates.
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