Packaging
We like to think we could spot a block of Whittaker’s Creamy Milk from a mile off, but there’s more to packaging than how it looks.
Our packaging might be world class in design, quality and food safety, but we need to do better for the environment. So we’ve been re-thinking the future of packaging and what that might look like. Follow our journey as we road test ideas and solutions that bring us closer to 100% sustainable packaging.
140 trials completed and counting
How many packaging trials we’ve completed since March 2019.
82.51% recyclable
Our total packaging volume by weight that’s recyclable as at March 2024.
Our timeline
Monthly soft plastics collection system begins for our factory soft plastic waste
Launch of compostable individual wrappers for Whittaker’s Cocoa Pods
New Zealand soft plastics recycling for Bars, Slabs, Mini Slabs, Super Slabs, Multi-packs & Squares
Compostable Peanut Slab trial launches in Porirua
Paper Cocoa Lovers Assortment pouches launched
Factory trials and shelf-life tests begin
To test sustainable wrapping on our machines and check chocolate remains of the highest quality over time.
Packaging audit completed
76% of Whittaker's packaging is currently recyclable.
Sustainable packaging research begins
Working with our suppliers to discover sustainable packaging options available.