SUSTAINABLE MARKETING
As a Product Development house for the marketing industry, our buying office is committed to do our part and lead the change towards sustainable materials. We have compiled an extensive list of materials and products for our clients to consider. Sustainable marketing products are a major trend and the Industrial design team at Mindsparkz are working hard to integrate these.
The list includes distinctive items like coconut shell bowls & carton pulp trays. We also offer material options like bamboo, cork, rice husk and many more. Take a look at the list below to see what options might help power your business in an environmental and socially responsible way.
Vegan Leather
Bags



The ODM team is adapting lots of our work processes and are reaching out to many of our clients to see if how we can assist in any way. We have compiled an extensive list of suppliers for sustainable marketing merchandise these days and are happy to tempt you with some new marketing suggestions.
ODM is committed to working with partners as a Transparent Buying Office. We work open book with clients, factories and suppliers. It is critical to get supplies moving fast and to have fair market pricing, especially during the current Pandemic.
On behalf of the team from the ODM Group, we would like to wish our dear readers and clients the best of health during these tough times.
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Material FAQs
What is Bio-PET?
It is a plastic-based on 30% renewable raw material and 70% oil-based raw material.
What is RPET?
RPET is the short name often used for recycled polyethylene tetraphyte (PET). It is the world’s fourth most common plastic resin, used in everything from food packaging to clothing.
What is FSC wood?
FSC wood is wood products such as furniture that can be labelled as FSC certified if they meet the high standards set by the organization. The Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC) is a nonprofit organization that sets standards for forestry practices to promote environmentally responsible and socially beneficial forestry.
What is Recycled Ocean Plastics?
Recycled Ocean Plastics are plastics recycled directly from oceans. Many companies have committed to using recycled materials or fewer materials in their products or packaging over the years, but now there’s a growing list of products manufactured solely or in part from plastics sourced directly from our oceans.
What is Post-Consumer Recycled content?
Post-consumer recycled content (PCR) is made from the items consumers recycle every day, such as aluminium, cardboard boxes, paper, and plastic bottles. These materials are typically collected by local recycling programs and shipped to recycling facilities sorted into bales based on the fabric. The bales are then purchased and melted, or grounded into small pellets and molded into new items. Companies can then use the new PCR plastic material for an assortment of finished products, including packaging.
Sustainability FAQs
Why choose sustainable promotional products?
Sustainable promotional products are made from natural materials and can help your consumers positively impact the environment by recycling and reducing waste. Moreover, sustainable products can be promoted with your brand logo, just like any other promotional item.
What is sustainable marketing? How is it important?
Sustainable marketing is the type of marketing that uses products and services that respect the environment and social aspects. It aims to enhance life quality by promoting products that do not harm the environment. With the rise of environmental issues, society is becoming more informed and is now tackling these issues. When businesses take part in these initiatives, they inspire their users to do the same as well. In return, companies get greater brand visibility and more customers who stand by the message.
What is sustainability material?
Sustainable materials are materials used throughout our consumer and industrial economy that can be produced in required volumes without depleting non-renewable resources and without disrupting the established steady-state equilibrium of the environment and key natural resource systems.
Which materials are the most sustainable?
Materials that are most sustainable are, Bamboo Fiber, Bamboo Hardwood, Cork, Teak, Bioplastic Compostables and Hemp.
What are the characteristics of sustainable materials?
There are multiple characteristics of sustainable materials. Namely, Resource Base, Life Cycle Factors, Human and Ecological Risks, Socio-Economic Factors, Life Cycle Costs, Technical Performance and having A product that is made with responsible materials, produced in an ethical way, has an efficient life cycle and can be disposed of with minimal impact.
Is cork more sustainable than wood?
Unlike other wood products, cork is harvested from the cork tree and doesn't result in the tree being cut down. In fact, the harvesting process is entirely sustainable and doesn't harm the cork oak tree at all.
Shipping FAQs
Due to the pandemic, Air Shipping is not sustainable. Do plan ahead for efficient sea transport or work with us for local solutions.
During the pandemic, Is it safe for me to import products from China?
Yes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an infected person’s risk of contaminating commercial goods and packages is low. Viruses can survive on surfaces for hours or days. This is why our Ethical Standards team audit our supplier factories so that they comply with the employee health and safety standards. Please visit the WHO official site for more credible information on infectious diseases.
Can I customize the packaging of these products to suit my brand?
Yes. In ODM, we specialize in personalizing our promotional goods for your brand. However, the specifics of the designs and templates differ according to the product. This can come in custom paper box packaging, custom printed labels/stickers, silkscreen printed casings, etc. Since the design is a relatively subjective matter, we advise that our customers speak with our salespersons to provide you with precise details.
What is the estimated delivery time for these products?
Do expect a longer lead time or slight delays for delivery. With many commercial flights suspended during this pandemic, air freight capacity has significantly dropped. Cargo planes schedules will be packed during this period as well. Airfreight rates have significantly increased as well. Shipping is a more viable option if you are looking for more affordable transportation, but arrival will be later. To learn more: See this blog, https://www.theodmgroup.com/air-freight-china/