It is necessary to explain why traditional void fills are not included in the list when discussing different void fills. After comparing the two, you'll understand why businesses should avoid traditional void-fill packaging in this day and age. Let's talk about traditional void fills first. 

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They may have some advantages like they are long-lasting and protect the product from wear and tear but it is causing more damage to the environment than ever. 

Due to this reason, more businesses are switching from these harmful void-fill packaging to better packaging. 

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After mentioning all the advantages of sustainable void-fill packaging. Let's move on to the main section and discuss types of void fills in packaging. 

Types Of Void Fill-in Packaging

Void-fill paper is kraft paper turned into folded paper with the help of a machine known as a void-fill paper machine. There are always high chances of wear and tear because of rough handling of the product during shipment before even reaching to customer's doorstep. Therefore, they provide an excellent cushioning effect to the product so that product does not move inside the box to suffer any damage during labor handling.

●It is 100% biodegradable.

●It is a 100% recyclable material.

●Low-cost material.

Furthermore, the paper cushion machine which is used to make this void fill paper is very handy. It is cost-effective and can be operated with the foot pedal.

As the name suggests, air-filled pillows are used as void fill to provide secure packaging. These are the best alternative to bubble wrap or peanut packaging because it secures option for the environment and does not create a mess like a peanut packaging. 

Air pillows or air cushions are made up of high-density polyethylene HDPE which is a biodegradable material. In addition, there is up to 99% air and 1% plastic is utilized making it best for a healthy environment.