With single-use plastic polluting our environment and disproportionately affecting marginalized communities, it’s more important than ever to find novel solutions for packaging consumables, including cannabis.  At Sana Packaging, we aim to help the environment by providing cannabis companies with sustainable packaging solutions. We believe plant-based hemp plastic offers an exciting, eco-friendly option for environmentally friendly cannabis packaging.  What is Hemp Plastic? Hemp plastic is a type of bioplastic. It is similar to conventional petroleum-based plastic but is made partial ..read more

Sana Packaging was founded to help create a more sustainable cannabis industry through high-quality, eco-friendly cannabis packages. We recently celebrated reclaiming over 750,000 pounds of ocean-bound plastic with our line of ocean-bound packaging products, so there’s no better time to discuss how reclaimed and recycled ocean plastic can help make a difference in the world of sustainable cannabis containers.  The Problem with Single-Use Plastic Packaging in the Cannabis Industry Most consumer packaged goods industries, including the cannabis industry, have to contend with the prob ..read more

The Empire State is one of the most populous states in the U.S. and is home to a burgeoning cannabis community. The New York cannabis industry is an exciting frontier, and recent laws have been enacted to ensure it is as sustainable as possible.  Sana Packaging is deeply passionate about ensuring sustainability in the cannabis industry, so we feel the New York cannabis packaging regulations that went into effect at the start of the year are a massive step in the right direction. Read on to learn about the latest sustainable cannabis packaging rules businesses must adhere to in 2024 and mo ..read more

There are countless reasons to emphasize a circular economy when creating your company’s supply chain, but the most immediate and actionable impact is on your profit. Local and regional sourcing can help save your company money and increase your overall profit.  As one of the leading sustainable cannabis container suppliers and firm advocates of local sourcing, Sana Packaging is well-versed in the economic benefits that a circular economy can bring. Here are five ways local sourcing can help your bottom line.  1. Lower Storage Costs With a Circular Economy When you emphasize the pri ..read more

Communication is key to effective, meaningful, and mutually beneficial business relationships. Even in our technologically advanced world, choosing to build a local supply chain enables easier and more effective communication between business partners. Circularity through local sourcing is one of our core tenets at Sana Packaging, and this approach to business produces incredible benefits.  Today, we’re sharing three reasons communication is essential — and how local sourcing makes it easy.  Communication Creates Connections Between Likeminded Companies Connections help us to grow ou ..read more

It's an exciting day at Sana Packaging! We're launching an innovative new product and celebrating an impactful milestone: reclaiming 750,000 pounds of ocean-bound plastic. You can read the press release here. The Sana Ocean Pre-Roll Multipack 90mm Our latest sustainable innovation, the Sana Ocean Pre-Roll Multipack 90mm, has a child-resistant clamshell closure, fits five 85mm (0.5g to 1g) pre-rolls, boasts ample room for product branding and labeling, and is made from reclaimed ocean-bound plastic. The Sana Ocean Pre-Roll Multipack 90mm is available in black or white, is s ..read more

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, companies across all sectors are attempting to secure their supply chains against disruptions. Safeguarding our businesses against disruptions and ensuring resilience when upsets happen is especially important for cannabis companies; cannabis is a novel industry, and consumers rely upon our products to support their health and wellness.  At Sana Packaging, we believe that circular economies, local sourcing, and domestic manufacturing are the keys to ensuring resilience in the face of supply chain disruptions in an increasingly globalized world. The Pr ..read more

Climate change, political instability, and the COVID-19 pandemic have all impacted global supply chains, disrupting the logistics of companies in every industry. Now, more companies than ever are considering a shift to a more circular, localized supply chain.  Sana Packaging is a staunch supporter of local sourcing for our sustainable cannabis packaging materials. Here are six reasons why we believe that building a regional supply chain, rather than a global one, can help to create a more sustainable, ethical world — and help your business thrive, too. 1. Lower Your Potential for Supply C ..read more

All individuals, companies, and organizations have a carbon footprint — and business leaders, especially, have a responsibility to reduce their company’s carbon footprint as much as possible.  As a novel industry focused on making positive changes in the community, the cannabis sector is uniquely well-suited to make eco-friendly changes to reduce its carbon footprint. Using eco-friendly packaging materials, like those available from Sana Packaging, is one of the most effective methods. Use Recycled Materials to Create Sustainable Cannabis Packaging Sustainability is an essential part of c ..read more

In a previous blog post, we discussed New York State’s regulations on sustainable cannabis packaging. There’s more to sustainability in the NY cannabis industry, though. Truly exceptional companies can take their eco-friendly cannabis packaging to the next level with Sana Packaging’s help.  New York Cannabis Packaging Requirements Like all states with adult-use or medical cannabis markets, New York regulates cannabis packaging. The state has set itself apart with some forward-thinking requirements.  New York Sustainable Cannabis Packaging Regulations New York is currently one of the ..read more