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Amazon Eliminates Plastic Air Pillows in Major Packaging Shift

Amazon has replaced 95% of plastic air pillows in North American delivery packaging with paper filler, aiming for full removal by year-end. This initiative, part of a broader effort to reduce plastic use, will eliminate nearly 15 billion plastic air pillows annually. The paper filler, made from 100% recycled content, offers equal or better protection and is curbside recyclable. This move aligns with Amazon's ongoing sustainability goals, including reducing packaging waste and increasing recyclability.