Tesco is replacing the plastic tubs for its own-label laundry detergent pods with new recyclable cardboard packaging.
It is claimed that the move into card will save 252 tonnes of plastic annually, and over four million pieces of plastic across eight lines. The box contains more than 90% recycled cardboard and is FSC certified, with a thin plastic liner inside to protect the pods. When empty, the cardboard box can be put in the normal household recycle bin.
Tesco is also launching bigger packs of pods that offer better value. The range will consist of three products, bio, non-bio and scented, priced at £5.50 for 40 washes.
Tesco Group Quality Director Sarah Bradbury said: “Customers are focused on getting great value right now, but we know that they still want to choose products that use less or no plastic in their packaging. This is one of many changes we’re making to reduce unnecessary plastic from products right across our stores.”
The move is part of Tesco’s 4Rs packaging strategy to tackle the impact of plastic waste.
