Monthly Archives: October 2011

How Transparent Packaging Bolsters Consumer Trust 

We are always told that packaging is better off hidden away in a box. But transparent packaging is something that a lot of consumers are looking at.

It also boosts trust, as it does give you a better preference for what you’re looking for. Lots of customers want something that’s visible, feels honest, and is simple in terms of product presentation. Making this simple and easy is the key here, and a lot of customers will benefit from the results you get from this.

Here, we’ll discuss transparent packaging, and how it will bring a lot of customers together, and really make trust something magical. 

What you Need for Transparent Packaging 

Transparent packaging is really anything that’s see-through, but also it involves being sustainable too. you’re not adding frills and additions that could harm the product, but instead everything outlined there, nice and clean.

Clear materials such as glass is one of the big parts of this. A lot of transparent packaging involves some see-through packing, where you can look at the item. 

But it’s more than that. While glass is great, it’s heavy and not fitting for all types of items. Plastic is another one, but you want something that is sustainable. With the advent of biodegradable plastics being used to really enhance a product, a lot of brands are turning to this for their transparent products. 

Finally, there are films that you can put over the product to see what you’re getting. One example of this is food.   Fish and meats that you buy at the store are made with a clear, see-through film that makes it easy to see the items that are inside. A lot of customers use this, because it gives them a general idea of the types of products there, forming more protection and a good base for the items that are there. 

Overall, transparent packaging requires a striking balance of the product showcase, while also creating some protection from the elements, keeping it clean and away from germs, and also making it look good on the shelf, especially when compared to other items. 

The Benefits and Challenges 

With this type of packaging, you build consumer trust.  They get to see the item prior to the purchase. They see what type of item they’re getting, which can be a make or break aspect for a lot of them.   they get to choose the item that they want, prior to making a purchase. 

However, despite all of these good ideas, there’s’ a few things that you need to keep in mind. you want it to be transparent of course but functional. If the product does need to be kept a certain way, for instance, the packaging must reflect it. shrink wrapping for example, will help with meats that need to be encased in something before they are consumed by the customer, to prevent pathogens. 

Vacuum sealing is really good for items that you will want to protect, especially if they are sensitive to temperature or other changes. 

However, you also need to make sure that it also preserves the product as well. creating a tight seal on some canned items for instance, will protect and preserve the items in there. Once it’s opened, the seal is broken and needs to be consumed. But through this, customers can buy and keep the item for as long as they need to, in order to consume it when they feel it is right.

Transparent packaging is the future, and it drives sales in ways that you never thought possible, especially in hot industries.