Enterprise Solutions With A Purpose
Sustainable Packaging For A
Better Tomorrow
At Sonic, sustainability is built into how we approach packaging—prioritizing your business and the planet without compromising performance. Through strategic partnerships and responsible practices, every package is designed to support your operation and a more sustainable future.
Our Commitment To Sustainability
Building Responsibility Into Every Package
Sonic is committed to advancing sustainable packaging through responsible sourcing practices. We support the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) and Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®) by working with partners who share our commitment to environmental stewardship. This approach helps ensure every packaging solution meets high standards for performance and quality while also supporting the responsible use and preservation of natural resources.
Sustainability's Impact On Your Business
Enhancing Operations Through Eco-Friendly Practices
A practical approach to sustainability delivers real operational value. For your business, that means smarter material use, improved recyclability, and packaging programs that support ESG and sustainability goals without sacrificing performance. It also means reducing waste, improving efficiency across the supply chain, and balancing cost, reliability, and environmental impact. The result is packaging that works harder for your operation today while supporting more responsible practices for the long term.
69–74%
Corrugated recycling rate in the United States
Tens of millions of tons
Of corrugated recovered annually — a leading recovered material
100% Recyclable
All corrugated packaging solutions we source and specify
Right-Sized
Programs designed to reduce material usage and improve transport efficiency
The Eco-Friendly Choice
Corrugated: Sustainability Built In
Corrugated packaging is widely recognized as one of the most sustainable packaging materials available—built from renewable resources, highly recyclable, and tightly integrated into circular material systems.
Renewable Resources At The Source
Corrugated is made from wood fiber, a natural and renewable resource grown in sustainably managed forests. Responsible forestry practices ensure that trees are replanted and forests maintained over time, supporting ecosystems and long-term fiber availability. Corrugated products are typically made with a blend of new and recycled fiber, which reduces demand for virgin materials while maintaining strength and performance.
Built For Circularity
The life cycle of corrugated is inherently circular: after use, boxes can be collected and recycled into new packaging or other fiber products, reducing waste and extending material value. Because of this established recycling infrastructure and demand for old corrugated containers (OCC), corrugated remains a cornerstone of the recovered paper market and a visible example of circular packaging in action.
High Recycling Rates Compared To Other Materials
Corrugated cardboard is recycled at rates far higher than many other packaging materials. In the United States, recent estimates show cardboard recycling rates between roughly 69% and 74%, with tens of millions of tons recovered annually—making it a leading recovered material overall. This broad recyclability and a strong market for recycled fiber help divert material from landfills and give corrugated fiber new life in future products.
Efficient Material Use
Because corrugated is made from lightweight, fibrous materials, it delivers high structural performance with relatively low material weight and energy intensity. Its versatility also allows for design optimization to right-size packaging and reduce excess material, lowering environmental impact while protecting goods effectively throughout distribution.
Driving The Industry Forward
Certifications & Initiatives
To ensure packaging choices support responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship, Sonic aligns with well-recognized certification systems that verify sustainability at every step of the supply chain.
FSC®
Certified
Partners
SFI®
Certified
Partners
FSC® — Forest Stewardship Council®
The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) is a global, nonprofit organization that sets rigorous standards for responsible forest management and material traceability. FSC certification ensures that wood fiber used in packaging comes from forests managed for environmental, social, and economic benefits, protecting biodiversity, worker rights, and local communities. Products may carry FSC labels such as FSC 100%, FSC Mix, or FSC Recycled, each reflecting the source and composition of the material. These labels provide credible assurance that packaging originates from responsibly managed and verified sources—helping brands build trust with retailers and consumers. FSC has also introduced tools such as FSC Trace, a traceability platform allowing certified organizations to securely share and verify supply chain data, reinforcing transparency and accountability.
SFI® — Sustainable Forestry Initiative®
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®) is a North American forest certification standard focused on responsible forest management, fiber sourcing, and chain-of-custody tracking. SFI standards emphasize biodiversity protection, water quality, sustainable harvest levels, and science-based forestry practices, including independent third-party audits to verify compliance. SFI has certified hundreds of millions of acres of forestland in the United States and Canada, helping ensure long-term fiber supply and responsible sourcing across the paper and packaging value chain.
Partner With Sonic For Sustainable Solutions
Join forces with Sonic to enhance your packaging strategy with sustainable solutions. Our expertise in sourcing eco-friendly materials ensures that your business not only meets environmental standards but also thrives in a competitive market. Contact us today to discover how we can help you achieve your sustainability goals.