Soap Clamshell Packaging
- Showcase ability
- Convenient for retailers and customers
- Opening without any hassle
- Eye-catching appearance
- Protect from external elements
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Soap clamshell packaging is used to hold soap, typically in the form of a clear plastic container hinged in the middle with a snap closure on one end. The packaging protects your soap from external damage and lets your customers see the product inside. Soap clamshell packaging is used for small, single-use bars of soap, such as those used in hotels, or for soap samples given away as promotional items. The packaging can also be used for handmade soaps sold at farmers’ markets or craft fairs.
The significant advantage is that it is pretty easy to transport, as the clamshells can be stacked on each other. Furthermore, this packaging can help extend your soap’s shelf life by protecting it from moisture and other external factors.
To get your affordably priced soap packaging, avail of Sunnyda services. We can offer various packaging solutions like blister containers, double blister packaging, macaron clamshell, round aluminum containers with lids, etc.
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Soap is a delicate product, proper packaging is essential to protect them from getting damaged during transit or while on display, soap clamshell packaging is mainly used to keep soaps fresh during shipping, transportation, storage shelving, or store display, while also protecting them from external factors such as moisture, water, humidity, dust or other damage. Soap clamshell packaging is typically made by thermoforming, and comprises a bubble-cap shell made of transparent plastic sheets such as Polyester, Polystyrene (PS), and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), whereas the backing is made from different materials such as cardboard, kraft paper, plastic film, and aluminium foil. This sophisticated soap clamshell packaging features attractive colours, logos; shapes, easy opening and closing (reclosable) or sealed securely if airtight protection is needed.
Soap clamshell packaging is commonly used to package different types of soaps including:
Soap Bar
Brick Soap
Mortar Soap
Luxury Soap
Scented Soap
Bath/Shower Soap
Soap for Face, Body and Hands
Soap for Normal & Dry Skin
Soap Gift Set
Handcrafted Soaps
Natural Glycerin Soap
Pour Soap Bases
Rectangular/Round/Oval Shape Soap
Soap clamshell packaging is popular for handcrafted soaps and DIY soap making, simply melt and pour the soap base into the clamshell packaging or clamshell mold, then allow the soap to cool, harden and cure in a dry area. Also, soap clamshell packaging is an effective packaging method; it comes in a wide range of sizes (6 cavities mold) and shapes (square, rectangular, round, oval or customized shape), while various features can be added to the packaging to enhance the branding including logo, printed labels, soap composition and product information.
In general, most soap bars have a standard lifespan of two to three years, however, this can vary based on the composition of soaps, for example, bar soaps are anhydrous products (created without the use of water) and rarely encounter micro issues, but for example, natural soap has a shorter shelf life of one year, which is due to the fresh ingredients and natural preservatives used.
Soap clamshell packaging is the best packaging solution for soaps, unlike traditional soap packaging, this sophisticated packaging solutions help soap brands stand out against competing soaps on the market, and at the same time it ensures excellent protection at an affordable price, while it offers limitless benefits:
Protection
Soap clamshell packaging acts as a barrier against external factors for extended periods, thanks to the thermoformed plastic bubble (cavity) which holds the soap securely in place while the tamper resistance plastic sheet, tight sealing and closing mechanism keep soaps safe from dust, airborne contaminants, moisture, humidity, water, damage knocks and theft, besides this, soap clamshell packaging enhance protection during the shipping, distribution, poor storage condition, shelving and until it ends up in the hands of the consumer.
High Visibility
Soap clamshell packaging plays a pivotal role in the success of the soap industry, they are mainly designed to offer high visibility on the shelves and influence the purchasing decisions of customers, thanks to the transparent plastic, and eye-catching design that creates an aesthetically pleasing package while it offers high brand visibility on the shelve, also, customers can choose the most creative features that fit the needs of retailers and consumers, while it meets their marketing and positive branding requirements in terms of quality, value, style, colours, shape, size, material and sustainability.
Design Versatility
Soap clamshell packaging is extremely versatile packaging that encompasses the branding elements and protection requirements of different types of soaps, customers can choose from endless customization features that showcase soap brand, size, shape, styles, logo, colours, graphics, labelling, glossy appearance, airtight sealing, die-cut, hang hole, water-based protective coat, aqueous or UV (ultra-violet), etc. This thermoformed soap clamshell is designed using cutting-edge software such as CAD/CAM design, 3D-Printing, and CNC mold making, from design concept to full-scale prototypes, the most creative soap clamshell packaging can be provided based on soap packaging needs in standard and custom-made options.
Soap clamshell packaging is most commonly made of the below plastic sheets:
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC)
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG)
Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (RPET)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Cyclic Olefin Polymers (COP)
Polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE)
These thermoformed plastic sheets vary in transparency, properties, thickness, rigidity and flexibility, to create a cavity or pocket, these plastic sheets are transformed into clamshell packaging using thermoforming or can be injection-moulded, the process involves heating the thermoplastic sheet to a softening point, afterwards, it is molded into a specific shape, and then trimmed into a finished soap clamshell pack.
A soap clamshell packaging comprises two joined pieces of packaging material, which completely contain the soap; each unit includes the following components:
Clamshell Cavity
The cavity clamshell (bubble or pocket) is the core point of the soap clamshell pack, it is mainly designed to enclose the product inside and securely protect the packaged soap from airborne contaminants, moisture, humidity, and damage, while it showcases the product’s features, it is typically made from a thermoformed plastic cavity or a formable web.
Lidding (Backing)
Soap clamshell lidding comes with a paperboard insert card or a backing substrate made of cardboard, plastic film, or aluminum foil, this component covers the backside of the package and is used to promote the soap’s brand, provide product instructions and attract prospective buyers. Also, the lidding can incorporate branding features such as graphics, logos, and colours on the backing flat surface.
Sealing or Closing
Soap clamshell packaging is available with a variety of sealing options such as heat-sealing coating, adhesive or closing like self-locking tabs, a friction fit or snaps, however, most clamshell packaging use hot/cold sealing method to seal the formed plastic to the paperboard, while other sealing options such as seal, ultrasonic seal, Ultra-violet (UV) seal, and radiofrequency (RF) seal can also accommodate the protection requirements of different soap packaging.