Amazon Recyclable Paper Mailer

Amazon's recyclable paper mailers are a key part of the company's initiative to reduce environmental impact. Originally developed in Amazon's packaging and materials labs in collaboration with partners like Henkel and Georgia-Pacific, these mailers were introduced around 2019 to replace traditional bubble-wrapped envelopes. They are constructed using layers of kraft paper with a unique shock-absorbent paper-based lining that makes them fully curbside recyclable.

Manufacturing of these mailers occurs in multiple locations to support regional fulfillment operations. In the United States, significant production takes place in facilities like Georgia-Pacific’s plant in Tolleson, Arizona. Similar sustainable packaging transitions have been implemented across Amazon's global network, including Europe and India, often utilizing local manufacturing partners to produce regional supplies of cardboard and paper-based shipping materials. The brand is owned by Amazon.com, Inc., which remains one of the world's largest technology and e-commerce conglomerates.