Emily Hawley
Articles
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When do I need to pick 'Other' component type?
Packaging format that doesn't belong to any other component type, such as rigid plastic, flexible plastic, metal, closure, etc., can be categorised under the 'Other' component type. For example, cl...
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Can we send our components onto our supplier to complete if required?
Yes, please send on to your packaging suppliers to complete if required. This can be completed using the transfer button if they are set up within e-halo. Please see our guide on transferring tasks.
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Will this data be shared outside e-halo?
No, the information you share will be treated strictly confidential and will not be shared with any external companies. The information shared will be used to assess and track by the retailer only.
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What if a drop down is not applicable to my component?
If not applicable, please select 'Not Applicable' or 'No' where required. If a mandatory cell is left blank this will not allow you to move to the next stage.
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There are some products which can be classed as both packaging and product (i.e. coffee pods/capsules and tea bags). Do we need to provide data for these?
Yes, the packaging material components that make up the coffee pods/capsules or tea bag are also required. For example, the plastic or metal pod/capsule and any cover and filters, all need to be cl...
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Does the colour of material include print?
No, please specify the colour of packaging material excluding print.The colour of the packaging is for the material before it has been through the manufacturing process.
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If we have a bag with different seals on the top, bottom and side, which seal do I need to enter in 'Seal Type'?
Please enter the seal type of the top and bottom of the bag only.
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If a flexible plastic sheet is used to create a bag, what dimension do you require?
We require the dimensions of the finished bag.
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Is there a limit for the Minimum Recycled content percentage for pre and post-consumer recyclate?
Yes, the minimum % for pre and post-consumer recyclate should not exceed 100% when combined. For example, if your pre-consumer recyclate is 30% then your post-consumer recyclate can be any figure u...
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Is shrink film calculated by the roll or for the product pallet? If on the pallet, what’s the best way to calculate this?
Shrink/stretch film is calculated for the product pallet to understand how much length x width of film required to wrap each pallet. It can be measured/calculated manually, but approximate values a...