Sustainability as a Strategic Advantage
Oils and vinegars are not just basic ingredients, they’re expressions of culinary culture and lifestyle choices. Today’s consumers expect packaging to reflect the same quality and care as the product inside. Sustainable, thoughtfully designed packaging is a key lever for differentiation, trust, and growth in the oils & vinegars sector.
Together, we can:
• Share your brand’s unique story. Create an effective, memorable, and seamless consumer experience.
• Do good for our people and planet.
Partner with us to unpack your sustainability potential.
The Global Edible Oils Market
OLIVE OIL
The premium choice driving market growth through health positioning
• Extra virgin quality grades
• Mediterranean heritage
• Antioxidant properties
• Gourmet applications
VEGETABLE OIL
The versatile cooking staple that dominates kitchen pantries worldwide
• Affordable and accessible
• High smoke point for frying
• Neutral flavor profile
• Wide variety of sources
Many consumers are uncertain about how to use and differentiate between cooking oils, creating an opportunity for brands to provide clearer guidance and education.
Ingredient Transparency
Point of Origin:
Consumers increasingly want to know where their cooking oils come from, driving demand for geographic specificity and regional authenticity in product labeling and marketing.
Terroir Influence: Similar to wine appreciation, cooking oil enthusiasts are developing interest in how soil, climate, and local conditions affect the flavor profiles and quality characteristics of their oils.
Processing Methods:
Cold-pressed, first-press, and traditional extraction methods are becoming key selling points as consumers seek minimally processed, artisanal production techniques.
Market Size & Projections
$11.3B
Current market size: North America 2024
$23.3B
Current market size: Western Europe 2024
$13.4B
Expected growth: North America 2029
$26.7B
Expected growth: Western Europe 2029
The edible oils market is growing across both regions, with Western Europe remaining the larger market and North America showing strong expansion potential. Western Europe’s dominance reflects deep culinary traditions and established consumption patterns, while North America’s growth signals rising interest in premium cooking oils.
Health Benefits Drive Choice
Olive oil has successfully positioned itself as the premium, health-conscious option in the edible oils market. This "health halo" effect resonates strongly with today's wellness-focused consumers who prioritize nutritional value in their purchasing decisions.
Heart-Healthy Reputation: Associated with Mediterranean diet benefits and cardiovascular wellness.
Antioxidant Properties:
Rich in vitamin E and polyphenols that appeal to health-conscious shoppers.
Premium Positioning:
Commands higher prices due to perceived quality and health advantages.
Who Is Driving The Sustainability Movement?
CONSUMERS
Favor brands with core values of sustainability, diversity & inclusivity, and accessibility.
GOVERNMENTS
Push for regulations to switch to sustainable packaging options.
RETAILERS
Highlight responsibly packaged products on their shelves.
77% of consumers say recyclability is the most important factor when considering sustainable packaging. Over 60% also value packaging that preserves freshness and extends shelf life when choosing oils and vinegars.
Sources: McKinsey US Packaging Survey, Suite42 Food Shelf Life & Packaging Insights
Elevate Your Brand With Sustainable Packaging
The global oils and vinegars packaging market is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by consumer demand for health, authenticity, and environmental responsibility. Packaging is now a strategic lever for growth—shaping consumer perception, enabling premium positioning, and driving loyalty. Brands that lead with sustainable, distinctive packaging are:
Securing premium shelf space with designs that convey quality, authenticity, and a commitment to sustainability.
Earning consumer trust by clearly communicating environmental impact, product origin, and sustainability credentials—both onpack and through digital channels.
Driving growth by responding to the rising demand for packaging with reduced environmental impact considering the whole life cycle.
Standing out through customization and storytelling, using unique shapes, tactile finishes, and compelling and evidence-based sustainability messaging to connect with values-driven shoppers.
Attracting the next generation of consumers—especially younger and higherincome buyers who actively seek out and are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging.
Sustainable packaging isn’t just a compliance requirement, it’s a catalyst for differentiation, premium positioning, and long-term brand value.
Our Capabilities Accelerate Your Sustainability Journey
Global Reach, Local Expertise: Extensive network across North America and EMEA, with deep relationships in major producing and consuming regions.
Award-Winning Design & Innovation:
300+ years of combined expertise, 100+ specialists in design, engineering, sustainability, and marketing.
Customization: From artisanal to industrial scale, we deliver tailored solutions that optimize sustainability, performance, and brand impact.
Strategy & Development: Strengthen your brand’s mission for your conscious consumers.
Supply Chain Excellence: Partnerships with leading global suppliers, robust logistics, and compliance with the strictest food safety and sustainability standards.
Packaging Audits & Assessments:
Elevate your packaging to align with your consumers and brand values.
Regulatory Compliance & Climate
Risk Management: Future-proof your strategy against global regulations.
Join the ranks of forward-thinking brands. We’ll guide you towards packaging solutions that are as good for the earth as your products are for your customers.
Sustainable Innovation
Design choices have a real impact. Working with your sustainability goals from the beginning is critical to ensure success in navigating the tough choices and tradeoffs that must be considered in development. Our team can optimize packaging to be more efficient and recyclable, determine how material choices impact carbon footprint, and develop innovative refill and reuse solutions.
300+
Years of combined packaging and brand-building experience.
100+ Experts across design, engineering, research, marketing, strategy & sustainability.
8 Global locations across 5 countries.
>13 Languages spoken.
Studio One Eleven®
Our Studio One Eleven, innovation and design engine, provides world-class packaging solutions that build brands at no charge in exchange for your packaging business. Our nine studios across six countries invest in nearly 2,500 projects and build over 1,000 custom tools in a typical year.
Our team of experienced brand strategists, designers, and engineers, blend the consumer focus of best-in-class innovation consultancies with the commercial rigor of cutting-edge manufacturers.
Our Sustainability Approach
As your strategic packaging partner, we go beyond the packaging. From quantitative assessments to marketing strategies, our C.O.R.E. sustainability approach covers it all.
CIRCULARITY
Recyclability
• Recycled content
• Strategic sourcing and stock solutions
• Material innovation and discovery
OPTIMIZATION
Lightweighting
• Packaging and product efficiency
• Value analysis / Value engineering
• Local manufacturing
Consumer & Market Insights
We track the latest sustainability insights, product trends, packaging innovations, and market dynamics.
Sustainable Stock Solutions
We optimize our supply chain, sourcing stock solutions from our global network of 1,000+ suppliers
Quantitative Assessments
We measure your packaging footprint and assess strategies to reduce environmental impact
REUSE & REFILL
In-house, on-the-go & in-store refill systems
• Reuse & refill system design and implementation
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
• Industry-leading sustainability services. All of which can be found below.
Marketing & Communications
We craft compelling communication strategies backed by verified, fact-based, and quantifiable claims.
Custom Design & Innovation
Our award-winning design and innovation teams develop custom packaging solutions optimizing sustainability, brand impact & performance.
Sustainability Roadmapping
We help define your corporate sustainability strategy and build comprehensive circularity roadmaps.
Quantifying Environmental Impact
From sourcing to end-of-life, we quantify your packaging’s environmental impact throughout its entire life cycle. With life cycle assessments (LCAs), we can calculate your product’s environmental footprint, including its carbon footprint (greenhouse gas emissions) and its water, mineral resource, and fossil fuel use.
Life cycle analysis is the cornerstone of sustainable packaging—empowering brands to move beyond assumptions and accurately measure the true environmental footprint of every package, from sourcing to end-of-life.
42K+
Global Customers
Trusted by leading brands and businesses around the world.
22K+
Tons of CO2 emissions reduced for customers2
Empowering our customers to reduce their carbon footprint through our innovative products.
4,645
MWH renewable energy credits secured
This amount of energy is enough to charge over 240 million smartphones.'
24
2024 Packaging design awards
Recognized globally for excellence in design, innovation, and sustainability.
23.27%
Reduced in global scope 1 & 2 emissions
Eliminated 2,177 metric tons of CO2, since 2022— the same as removing 473 cars from the roads for a year.3
12,996
Metric tons of PCR material supplied
That's on par with the weight of over 30 full loaded Boeing 747 jumbo jets diverted from landfills and promoting a circular economy.4
Turning Sustainability Goals into Measurable Impact
These 2024 highlights, drawn from our latest Sustainability Report, reflect the real, measurable progress we’re making—together with our customers—toward a more sustainable future. From smarter designs to lower emissions, every package can create positive change.
Helium Collection
• Up to 75% recycled glass per bottle, verified by supplier and third-party documentation.
• Compatible with a natural wood closure with integrated spout and head.
• Carbon footprint offset for every bottle through ClimatePartner certified projects, with transparent reporting.
• Recyclable in standard glass streams, supporting closed-loop recycling.
• Lightweight engineering reduces raw material use and transport emissions by up to 6%.
• Premium look and feel—ideal for brands targeting the high-end and healthconscious market.
These glass packaging products are manufactured to meet EU regulations only, including, without limitation, heavy metal limits. Compliance in other regions or countries (including the U.S.) may differ and may be subject to additional or other heavy metal testing. Berlin Packaging assumes no liability for non-compliance in any regions or countries outside of the EU. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure products meet all applicable local regulations before use or distribution. Please reach out to your business’ attorneys to confirm compliance.
Paper-Based Sample Packs
Looking to deliver more sustainable, high-impact samples or single-serve portions of oils and vinegars? Paper-based packs offer a sustainable upgrade from traditional plastic options.
• Contains up to 75% paper and uses up to 93% less plastic than conventional plastic bottles or tubes.
• Made with responsibly sourced materials like FSC- or SFI-certified paper and/or recycled fiber for full traceability.
• Flat, easy-tear design ensures clean dispensing, a modern look, and less product waste.
• Recyclable with paper where facilities and pack design allow, meeting US and European standards.
• Ideal for premium and organic products with certification for organic use, BPA-free, and printed with water-soluble inks.
Lower your environmental impact Help your brand stand out Connect with conscious consumers Deliver a premium experience
Metal Cans
• Infinitely recyclable: Steel and aluminum are materials that can be recycled endlessly without quality loss, supporting a circular economy.
• Higher recycling rates: Metal food cans are recycled at a rate of up to 50%—far above plastic and glass.
• Production with recycled metal can use up to 75% less energy and emit 78% less greenhouse gas than virgin material.
• Superior product protection: Opaque, airtight barrier preserves taste, aroma, and nutritional value.
Al-Andalus Collection
• Made entirely from post-consumer recycled PET for glass-like clarity and up to 50% lower carbon footprint than virgin PET.
• Mono-material construction ensures compatibility with PET recycling systems across Europe and North America.
• Supports circularity and appeals to consumers seeking modern, sustainable packaging.
Bag-in-Box
• Uses up to 60% less plastic than rigid containers, with a recyclable cardboard exterior and BPA-free inner bag.
• Extended freshness: Multi-layer bag protects from light and oxygen, preserving oils and vinegars for up to 6 weeks after opening.
• Stackable, space-saving design cuts logistics emissions and warehouse costs.
• Available in 3L to 20L sizes for both retail and foodservice, with user-friendly dispensing options.
Unpacking Your Sustainability Impact
We are committed to leading the future of sustainable packaging. As the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, we combine best-in-class solutions in consulting, design, sustainability, manufacturing, distribution, and value-added services. From Fortune 500 companies to family owned businesses, we partner with our customers to unpack their sustainability potential.
Turn your packaging goals into action. Our experts
1 Derived using the EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalences calculator for smartphone charging.
2 This figure was calculated based on the amount of PC content integrated through our services, using recognized industry emissions factors. It reflects only PC volumes directly provided and enabled by us and may not represent actual emissions reductions achieved by all customers.
3 Determined using the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) data on annual greenhouse gas emissions from a typical passenger vehicle.
4 Calculated based on a Boeing 747 jumbo jet's maximum takeoff weight of 412 metric tons.
Unless noted otherwise, “recyclable” references general home recyclability. Recycling programs vary, so not all products may be recyclable in certain areas. We recommend checking with your local recycler to see what your area accepts.
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