Sustainable Snacking: Our Packaging Journey

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Our Packaging Philosophy: Taste, Tradition, and Responsibility

For us, sustainability isn’t a buzzword—it’s a commitment. Every piece of packaging used for our laddus, murukulu, pickles, or podis reflects our ethos of eco snacks in India.


Our Guiding Principles:

  • Minimalism: Less material, less waste

  • Recyclability: More reusable, less landfill

  • Biodegradability: Naturally decomposable options

  • Local sourcing: Supporting Indian artisans and packaging startups

By integrating these values into our packaging design, we aim to create a brand experience that aligns with eco-conscious lifestyles.


From Plastic to Purpose: Our Packaging Milestones

Our transition wasn’t overnight. It’s been a multi-stage evolution, starting with basic material swaps and leading up to complete system rethinks.


Phase 1: Reducing Plastic Use

  • Replaced plastic pouches with paper-based liners for dry snacks

  • Switched to glass jars for pickles instead of PET bottles

  • Moved from shrink-wraps to cloth wraps and jute ties for gift boxes


Phase 2: Introducing Compostable Materials

  • Trialed cornstarch-based bags for sweets like Putharekulu and Laddus

  • Used Areca palm leaf trays for select combos

  • Developed recyclable corrugated boxes with vegetable dye printing


Phase 3: Sourcing Sustainably

  • Partnered with local carton manufacturers using recycled pulp

  • Procured organic cotton muslin pouches for masalas and spice powders

  • Worked with Indian paper artisans for handwoven outer packaging


Product Category Packaging Material Eco Feature
Laddus & Sweets Kraft paper boxes, muslin liners Compostable, reusable
Pickles & Chutneys Glass jars with metal caps 100% recyclable
Snacks (Murukulu, Chudva) Paper pouches with corn-based film Biodegradable inner lining
Putharekulu Banana leaf wrap + kraft outer Traditional, organic
Spice Powders Organic muslin bags in kraft tubes No plastic, breathable fabric
Gift Boxes Jute rope, handmade paper, cotton cloth Biodegradable, low-carbon

Supporting Sustainable Sourcing

Beyond packaging, we are just as committed to eco-conscious sourcing. Every step, from farm to shelf, is designed to minimize environmental impact:


Ingredient Sourcing:

  • Partner with Telangana farmers for fresh, local produce

  • Use seasonal harvests to avoid artificial storage methods

  • Promote pesticide-free urad dal, jaggery, sesame, and millets


Supply Chain Ethics:

  • Shorten transportation distances through hyper-local networks

  • Reduce warehouse waste with batch-wise inventory management

  • Enable farmer training on soil health and organic inputs


Community Empowerment:

  • Employ over 70% women in packaging and sorting

  • Upskill artisans to create eco gift wraps and trays

  • Invest in biodegradable materials manufacturing at village-level units


Eco Innovation: How We're Leading in Sustainable Snack Packaging

We’ve developed a suite of innovative packaging practices tailored to Indian snacks:

1. Custom Kraft Folding Boxes

Designed for Laddus and Besan sweets, these foldable kraft boxes hold structure without plastic reinforcement.

2. Rice Husk Labels

Used for branding, these biowaste-derived labels break down within 12 weeks.

3. Hybrid Combo Packs

We now offer multi-snack boxes with compartmentalized areca trays—ideal for eco gifts.

4. Zero-Waste Pouches

Working with start-ups to design home-compostable snack pouches—fully dissolvable within 6 months.

5. Edible Seals for Pickles

Yes, we’re testing starch-based edible seals that can either be consumed or dissolved in hot water.


Why It Matters to You: The Conscious Buyer

You, our customer, are no longer just looking for taste—you want:

  • Sustainable food packaging in India that doesn’t add to the landfill

  • Clean label products that align with your values

  • Gifts with purpose, not just packaging

That’s why we’re transparent about what goes into your snack and how it reaches you. Our QR code-enabled tags will soon show sourcing and packaging info per item.


Aligning with Corporate Sustainability Goals

For companies looking to align with CSR or ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, our products are ideal for:

  • Corporate Gifting during Diwali, Onam, Holi

  • Employee Wellness Hampers

  • Client Welcome Boxes with zero-waste packaging

All our gifts come with:

  • Custom branding options (on eco-friendly materials)

  • Traceable sourcing reports

  • Carbon-reduction packaging breakdowns


Testimonials from Eco-Conscious Buyers

"I was amazed to see not just the sweets but the box and wrapping were compostable. It’s the kind of brand I want to support." – Leela R., Mumbai

"We gave our entire HR team Savithramma’s gift kits this Diwali. The no-plastic promise impressed our global clients too." – Ankur P., Bengaluru (Corporate buyer)

"Even the string was jute, and the printing on the box used vegetable dye. Thoughtful and beautiful." – Sahana M., Pune

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