Businesses increasingly review how their choices affect resource use and waste.
Promotional products are one area where organisations may choose to move away from some single‑use plastic items and consider alternatives made with recycled, reusable, or longer‑lasting materials.
We’ve categorised our promotional products to provide a range of swap options and inspiration, helping you make informed decisions when reviewing your current giveaways.
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• Sustainable Pens
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Choosing alternative materials is one way businesses may reflect internal sustainability goals. We aim to make it easier for customers to identify and compare different material options when selecting promotional products.
Below are some examples of commonly requested items and potential alternatives.
No More Plastic Covered Notebooks – Swap For Sustainable Notebooks.
A simple swap is transitioning from plastic‑covered notebooks to options made using recycled paper. The Prisma Flexible Eco Notebook features a flexible coloured card cover, coordinating page edges, and stitched binding.
The notebook pages are made from 100% recycled and are chlorine‑ and acid‑free. These material specifications may be suitable for organisations seeking recycled paper content without changing functionality or appearance.
View the Prisma Flexible Eco Notebook.
No More Disposable Plastic Pens – Try Reusable and Alternative Material Pens
Promotional pens remain one of the most popular and cost effective giveaway items. We continue to expand our range to include pens produced using alternative plastics and recycled materials.
The Thalaasa Ocean Bound Ballpoint Pen is made using plastic recovered from coastal areas, repurposed into a finished promotional product. The pen features a 1.0mm nib and an ink capacity of up to 1,000 metres.
View the Thalaasa Ocean-Bound Plastic Ballpoint Pen.
Make Plastic Bags Less Essential with Canvas Tote Bags
With charges on single use plastic bags now common, many consumers already rely on reusable bags. Canvas totes are designed for repeat use and can offer longer service life than lightweight plastic alternatives.
The Impact AWARE™ 285gsm recycled canvas tote bag provides space for everyday items and includes the AWARE™ tracer, which enables verification of recycled material content. The manufacturer also reports water use impact metrics and donates a percentage of proceeds to Water.org.
Additionally, 2% of the proceeds from every Impact product sold are donated to Water.org by the manufacturer. Showcase your company logo or message with various branding options for optimal brand visibility and awareness.
View the Impact AWARE™ 285gsm Recycled Canvas Tote Bag.
Clothes Swap for Promotional Clothing Made with Recycled Materials
Consumer interest in how clothing is produced has increased, including interest in recycled materials and supply chain transparency. Some promotional clothing ranges now include digital tracking to allow users to view product sourcing information. The Iqoniq range includes a QR label providing access to a digital product passport.
This recycled cotton gilet is described by the manufacturer as incorporating organic and recycled materials while maintaining performance and design features suitable for everyday wear.
View the Honestly Made Recycled Softshell Bodywarmer.
Sticky Notes Using Recycled Paper
Sticky notes remain a commonly used office and promotional item. Sticky Mate® recycled sticky notes are produced using recycled paper and are FSC Recycled certified. They allow full colour printing while maintaining standard usability and appearance.
This product may suit customers seeking paper stationery options with verified recycled content.
View the Sticky-Mate Recycled Sticky Notes 75 x 75mm
Making Informed Choices
Choosing alternative promotional products does not eliminate impact, but it can help organisations review material use, product lifespan, and relevance. Comparing material composition, certification, and expected usability can support more informed purchasing decisions.
If you would like to discuss product options or material specifications, contact our sales team or click below for a call back.
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