Containers/packaging
At J-Oil Mills, we develop containers and packaging with the keywords "environmental friendliness" and "usability/ease of use."
In conjunction with product development, we strive to develop containers that are easy to use and address the concerns of our customers, while also being considerate of the global environment.
In addition, in light of the current situation in which the problem of plastic waste is becoming more serious, in 2019 we launched the Packaging Committee as an internal cross-sectional organization and established the "Guidelines for Containers and Packaging."
We will continue to work together across the company to strengthen the development of containers and packaging that address social issues.
Company-wide development of containers and packaging
包材調達部門、包装技術部門を軸に、研究開発部門、品質保証部門（お客さま相談室）、事業部門、生産・物流部門など、全社横断的に組織された「パッケージング分科会」が「容器包装に関する指針」を策定しています。
同分科会の提案から「紙らくパック®（地球環境と使用性に配慮した、J-オイルミルズの紙パックシリーズ）」の開発がスタートしました。食用油に特化して開発したJ-オイルミルズオリジナルの紙パックです。
従来の紙パック用キャップでは油だれしやすい形状でしたが、当社独自形状に加工することで少量でも油だれしにくく、注ぎやすいキャップを開発。さらに、大量向けと少量向けのダブル（W）構造のキャップとすることで用途に応じて注ぐ量を選ぶことができます。
紙パックの側面に独自形状のエンボス加工を設け滑りにくくし、注ぎやすさも考慮しました。また、酸素バリア性に優れた無機蒸着フィルムをラミネートすることで、紙の遮光性と併せて油の酸化を防ぎ、賞味期間延長を実現しています。
従来のプラスチック容器と比較すると、プラスチック使用量とCO₂排出を削減（※）すると共に、主原料となる木材が、適正に管理された森林で伐採し、輸送、加工されていると認証された紙を採用する等、環境に配慮した容器設計に取り組みました。
（※）従来の同容量帯プラスチック容器と比較し、プラスチック使用量を60%以上、紙パック中身油1kgにおけるCO₂（容器の製造から廃棄に至る過程における二酸化炭素の排出量））を26%以上削減（当社計算）
Collaboration with Ajinomoto Group companies
We jointly procure container and packaging materials with Ajinomoto Co., Inc., and cooperate with the Ajinomoto Group to accept and consider new proposals and engage in joint development with suppliers.
By consolidating this effort as a large-scale initiative within the Ajinomoto Group, we are able to work with suppliers to resolve issues more quickly.
Development Goals
ECO |
U.D. |
Environmental ResponseImproved and lightweight packaging, disposal measures (volume reduction, sorting) |
UsabilityEasy to hold, easy to pour, easy to understand |
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Based on the premise of ensuring safety, hygiene and quality, |
Accessible to as many people as possible Realize the provision of products (services). |
スマートグリーンパック®シリーズ（現在の紙らくパック®シリーズ）
The Smart Green Pack® series, which went on sale in August 2021, uses paper cartons as containers, which is rare for oil products, and pursues packaging functionality and environmental friendliness.
Food packaging category award
Japan Federation of Printing Industries Chairman's Award
*Both awards will be awarded in 2022, and the packaging is the current image.
Double cap with drip prevention function
(Patent pending, design registered)
The "Smart Green Pack®"series' unique "anti-drip cap" addresses the issue of dripping from the spout, which was previously an issue with paper containers for edible oil, by curling the tip of the spout. In addition, the double cap, which allows you to change the amount of pouring depending on the application, has a hinge structure that allows it to be opened and closed with one hand, further improving usability.
Improvement and rationalization department
SRP Corrugated Board
In order to reduce the burden on customers who put out and display products and to shorten the time it takes to display products,
「AJINOMOTO さらさら®キャノーラ油」350gペットの外箱をSRP化。また、開封部に負荷が掛かり胴膨れやミシン目の破断発生のリスクがあったが、積載時に掛かる荷重を分散させる誘導形状を開発し導入。段ボールの胴膨れを軽減させ流通上の課題を改善。
Transportation packaging category award
Easy-to-open display case
To make it easier for customers to work in the store,「AJINOMOTO オリーブオイル」、「AJINOMOTO オリーブオイルエクストラバーシン」600gUD工コペットの外箱をSRP化し、外箱にも陳列用トレーにもなる2WAYの簡単開封・陳列ケースを採用しました。※特許出願中
Fresh-keeping pouch (UD eco pouch)
This environmentally friendly package uses biomass materials * not only for the gas barrier layer of the pouch, but also for the sealant *.
Easy to open even with wet hands
A special varnish that has an anti-slip effect is used on the opening.
By using SPR * cardboard, products can be displayed in boxes, reducing the workload at the storefront.
Accessible Design Packaging Award
*Sealant: A material that is heat-bonded to form a bag shape.
*Biomass materials: Renewable organic resources.
*SRP: Shelf Ready Packaging. Packaging that can be opened without the use of a cutter or other tool and can be displayed in stores as is.
160g glass bottle
The glass bottles have been made lighter than before, and by revising the shape of the bottles, collisions between bottles have been reduced, making dividers in the outer box unnecessary.
Additionally, by making the outer box more compact, we were able to increase loading efficiency by 30%.
Food packaging category award
UD Cap Series
The UD caps that were introduced on some products in 2004 have now been expanded to all household containers.
The lid has been given Braille treatment and has been improved to prevent oil dripping, making it easier to handle.
Food packaging category award
400gUD Eco Pouch Biomass Specification
PET made from sugarcane molasses is coated with a vapor-deposited* barrier and used to make pouches.
New Creation Category
Food packaging category award
* Vapor deposition: A surface treatment in which inorganic substances such as ceramics are evaporated and attached to the surface of a material.
340g glass bottle
While maintaining the bottle's design, it is also designed to be easy to hold.
The dividers in the outer box have been reduced and surrounding packaging materials have been streamlined.
Nemoto Mio Award
Food packaging category award
Bag-in-box (BIB) Universal Design
"Here's the handle ®", "Soko handle ®"
To improve work efficiency at customers' stores, we have adopted packaging with a handle that can be smoothly formed to fit the flap* of the commercial BIB* packaging.
The soft PP band makes it easy to hold, and the material used for the tape holding the outer box together has been revised to make it easier to disassemble.
Accessible Design Award
*BIB (Bag in Box): A commercial liquid container made of cardboard with an inner plastic bag.
*Flap: A term that refers to the covers on the top and bottom of a cardboard box.
400gUD KOKO Pouch (Standing Pouch for Edible Oil)
The container has a subtle curve called the "easy-to-hold curve" and a small uneven surface called the "grainy stopper" to make it easy to hold. By rolling it up, it becomes 1/10 of its original size, which has resulted in a significant reduction in waste.
600gUD COPPER
The amount of bottle resin used has been reduced by 20%, and plant-based materials have been used for the cap seal.
To ensure ease of holding even when the contents are low, the bottle is flattened, the bottom part is shaped, and a drop prevention stopper (dent: finger spot) is provided. The spout is also designed to make it easy to adjust the amount of oil.
Tactile Identification Award
1000g Copac
The paper carton used is the first edible oil container to be Eco Mark certified. The outer box is made of recycled paper and is designed to be easily disassembled. The inner bag can be folded up small and thrown away. The handle of the paper carton is indented to make it easier to hold, and the embossed finish makes it less slippery. Environmentally friendly soybean ink is used for printing.
Japan Star Award
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award
Improvement and rationalization department
Renewal Category Award
Excellent Machinery and Materials Award
Crushable Eco Bottle 1000g
The bottle is lightweight and designed to be easily crushed and thrown away.
Japan Star Award
Japan Marketing Association Chairman's Award
Fresh-keeping bottle for gifts
We were the first in the industry to introduce the "barrier bottle," which uses ceramic deposition technology to create an extremely hard film that protects the contents from oxygen.
Japan Printing Industry Federation Chairman's Award