Nongshim Saengsaeng Udon Removes Plastic Tray and Vinyl Packaging

Nongshim is strengthening its commitment to eco-friendly management by changing the packaging method of Saengsaeng Udon. On the 14th, Nongshim announced that it recently removed the plastic trays and vinyl packaging from Saengsaeng Udon and switched to paper packaging. Nongshim expects this change to reduce plastic usage by about 83 tons annually.

Previously, in 2021, Nongshim reduced plastic film usage by changing the bundle packaging of Saengsaeng Udon to a band wrap. The new packaging will continue to use the band wrap bundle packaging to minimize plastic usage.

Since Saengsaeng Udon is made with fresh noodles, its packaging process differs from that of regular ramen, and the product itself is more susceptible to damage from external shocks. Until now, Nongshim had addressed this issue with plastic trays, but through facility investment and production technology advancement, it has achieved both product safety and plastic reduction simultaneously.

A Nongshim representative said, “We are striving to minimize plastic usage, mainly used in ramen and snacks, while simplifying materials. With a sense of responsibility to fulfill our corporate social responsibility, we will make various efforts to promote sustainable packaging.”

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