Technology and

Livelihood Education
(Dr essmaki ng/Tai l ori ng)
9
Quarter 2
Self-Learning Module 16
Kinds of Packaging Materials
Writers: Helen P. Rabano, Mary Jean T. Hayag
Reviewer: Criselda B. Dingle
 EXPECT AT ION

At the end of the learning period, the students should be able to:

A. define packaging and packaging materials;

B. enumerate the different materials used for packaging of clothing;
C. cite the importance of using different packaging materials for garment
industry.

PRET EST

Multiple Choice

Directions: Read and understand the statement carefully. Write the letter of the
correct answer on the space provided before the number.
_____ 1. Which packaging material is considered as very popular and widely used
because it is low cost, holds its shape and is easily decorated?
a. glass c. plastic
b. paper d. tin can

_____ 2. Which factor is NOT common to all plastic packaging materials?

a. air tight c. light to handle
b. highly recyclable. d. strong cheap to manufacture

_____ 3. What is the factor that can possibly make the transparency of glass
packaging material into a problem?
a. color c. light
b. heat d. moisture

_____ 4. What packaging material offers convenient, protective packaging,

allowing ambient storage for certain products such as for the clothing
and apparel?
a. glass c. plastic
b. paper d. tin can

_____ 5. Which among the following has the properties of being lightweight, easily
mouldable into almost limitless shapes, can produce rigid containers or
flexible films, can be impact resistant, directly decorated or labelled, and
heat sealable?
a. glass c. plastic
b. paper d. tin can
 RECAP

Directions: Read and understand the statement below. Answer it based on what
you have learned on the previous lesson. Write the answer on the space provided.

Enumerate the few tips in creating the perfect label for a garment.

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LESSON

Packaging Materials

Packaging deals with the creation and manufacture of suitable packaging

for the product.

In the consumer market, the packaging is everything when it comes to

selling. Attractive colors, symbols, captions, and logos are used by companies to
influence the purchasing decisions of the customers. Studies show that on an
average a consumer would read only seven words during an entire shopping spree.
Therefore, the sellers have to ensure that the packaging that they choose is
appealing and at the same time, it should also protect the product. Whatever may
be the contents of a consignment basically, packaging plays four basic roles.

 Protection
 Information and aesthetics of the printed material
 Enhance shelf life
 Brand presentation and promotion

Packaging materials used to wrap or protect goods. It is a case, container,

wrapper or other receptacle for packaging goods. It can be made of metals, plastic,
wood, paper, glass, laminates, or polyester.

Various Materials used for Packaging of Clothing and Apparel

Paper and Cardboard

Paper is very popular packaging material. It widely used because it is low
cost, holds its shape, and is easily decorated. Commercially-available paper is
primarily manufactured from pulped wood cellulose fibre, but can also be
manufactured from other sources such as cotton, straw, sisal and hemp. All are
recyclable. Paper cannot pack liquid material. However they provide opportunity
to present article in colourful and attractive way. To some content it can protect
the contents against moisture.
 Paper can also be laminated to improve strength or provide barrier
properties. The materials used can be matt or gloss finished or embossed. Other
materials can be laminated onto paperboard e.g. foil or plastics.

Plastic Materials
This is the most popular packaging material, and one of the hardest to
dispose of at the same time. The factors common to all plastics are that they are
light, waterproof, multifunctional, air tight, and strong cheap to manufacture. It
is for these reasons that they are used so often, as an alternative to glass or
paper packaging materials.
They don’t absorb moisture like paper. Best for packaging clothes,
underwear, and goods for travelling. Primarily used for clothes, cosmetics, face
film paper, small jewelry, magazines and other packaging.
Plastics can be used either as individual material or in combination. Their
properties vary widely but usually include lightweight, easily mouldable into
almost limitless shapes, can produce rigid containers or flexible films, can be
impact resistant, directly decorated or labelled, and heat sealable.
Glass Materials
Glass packaging doesn’t just protect its contents; it actually adds value.
The transparency of glass, whether colored or plain, ensures that the product
clearly stand out, allowing buyers to immediately see the quality of the product
concerned.
Commercially-available glass is made from silica, sodium carbonate and
calcium carbonate. Other compounds can be added to provide colour, sparkle or
heat shock resistance.
Glass is a popular and useful packaging material because it is inert,
sterilisable, barrier to moisture and gas, can be moulded into a variety of shapes,
transparent making the product visible, and glass is also highly recyclable.
The most obvious drawback is fragility and the danger of broken glass. The
transparency of glass can be a problem where the product is degraded by light.

Non-woven fabric material

These are a dynamic, value – added alternative to more traditional
materials. Using nonwoven manufacturing, fabrics may be built to adopt an
assortment of characteristics that literally cannot suit certain materials.
Tin and steel cans
These are 100% recyclable, without loss in quality. It offers convenient,
protective packaging for certain products such as clothing and apparel, allowing
for ambient safety. It represents an excellent barrier to water, oxygen, and light.
It is inexpensive.
The major benefit is the ability to trick someone into believing it’s the real
thing when in fact there's a branded T-Shirt, pair of socks or any other garment
inside!
The tins shown include an optional plastic over cap or lid, along with a
stylish ring pull lid.

ACT IVIT IES

Activity 1: Identify the Missing Term!

Directions: Read carefully each statement below and fill in the blank(s) with the
word that will make the statement correct. The first letter of the word/s are given
for you.
1. Paper can also be laminated toI ____________________ strength or provide
barrier properties.
2. Glass packaging does not just protect; it actually adds
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_____________________ to its contents.
3. In the consumer market, the packaging is everything when it comes to
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_____________________.
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4. Packaging materials used to _____________________ or protect goods.
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5. Paper cannot pack ______________________ material.
Activity 2: Know It Better!
Directions: Identify the packaging material used in the picture. Write the answer
on the space provided.

1. _______________________ 2. ______________________ 3. _____________________

4. ______________________ 5. ______________________

WR AP UP

Directions: Complete the statement below.

Packaging materials are used to __________________________________________

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Various materials used for packaging of clothing and apparel are ___________
__________________________________________________________________________________

VALUI NG

Directions: Answer the question briefly.

What is the importance of packaging materials in selling one’s product?

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 POST T EST

Answer with Confidence!

Directions: Read and understand the statement carefully. Write the letter of the
correct answer on the space provided before the number.

1. Which packaging material has the major benefit is the ability to trick
someone into believing it’s the real thing when in fact there is a
branded T-shirt, pair of socks or any other garment inside?
a. glass c. plastic
b. paper d. tin can

2. What is the property of a glass that ensures the content stand out
visually, allowing consumers to immediately see the quality of the
product concerned?
a. hardness c. resistance
b. insulation d. transparency

3. What is the most common packaging material and at the same time,
one of the most difficult to dispose of?
a. glass c. plastic
b. paper d. tin can

4. Which is the characteristic of paper and cardboard used as packaging

material?
a. They don’t absorb moisture
b. Ensures that the contents stand out visually
c. It can protect the contents from moisture to some extent.
d. It provides an excellent barrier against water, oxygen, and light.

5. Which among the following plays basic roles of packaging?

I. Protection
II. Enhance shelf life
III. Brand presentation and promotion
IV. Information and aesthetics of the printed material

a. I and II c. I, II, and III

b. III and IV d. I, II, III, and IV
 Note: Answers for recap, wrap up and valuing may vary.
Post Test: Answer Activity 2: Answer
1. D 1. Paper
2. D 2. Tin can
3. C 3. Non-woven
4. C fabric
5. D 4. Glass
5. Plastic
6.
Activity 1: Answer Pre – Test: Answer
1. Increase 1. B
2. Value 2. B
3. Selling 3. C
4. Wrap 4. D
5. Liquid 5. C
K EY T O CORRECT ION
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