June is National Safety Month and when it comes to providing safety for children, this concept has evolved to extend far beyond the use of baby gates and bike helmets. More than ever, families are scrutinizing products based on how manufacturers demonstrate concern for each consumer’s well-being. Our experience has helped us see the value of a good relationship with the consumer, and it is essential to earn their trust through incorporating the best practices of child-safe packaging.
The Must-Knows of Child Safe Packaging
Although June is a great time of 
year to join forces and raise awareness about child-safe packaging, we know we have a continuous responsibility to help make packaging as safe as possible for children. Parents can’t foresee every potential risk, but our packaging specialists can help every customer reduce the risk better than anyone else.
So where do we begin? There are many facets to child-safe packaging, but we recommend the following best practices to manufacturers at the start of the process.
1. Consider the material and components being used
If a product might be used by the child independently, be aware of the material being used and how it could be used or misused. For example, because of the risk of shattering, plastic is a great option for juices, jellies, and more. Additionally, the size of the packaging components also plays a big role in determining whether there is a choking hazard.
From being knowledgeable about how the packaging is made to giving consideration to each piece of the packaging, the details are very important for child-safe packaging.
2. Label products effectively
Whether it’s a warning label about the contents of a household chemical product or directions for proper usage, be sure to include all the details. Many of these details are mandated by federal regulations, but remember to keep it bold and simple to make it easy on parents.
Between expertise with packaging regulations and design capability, you’ll want a packaging partner who can make the label effective without losing its appeal.
3. Child Resistant Closures / Caps (CRC)
You may have a product that needs to stay completely out of the hands (and mouths) of children — but we know they get into everything! That’s when you need to use a child-resistant closure to keep them out.
We have many great options for CRCs and several blog posts about them, too. We are always happy to answer your questions as well so you can get the right closure designed just like you need it.
Awareness Now and Safety Year-Round
With responsible choices in child-safe packaging for your products, we can work together to put safety demands first the whole year-round. For any industry and any product, we look forward to getting you safe, reliable, and cost-effective packaging options.
