# Reusable Packaging Association
*Also known as RPA*

- Website: https://reusables.org
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/reusables-org

> The Reusable Packaging Association is a non-profit trade group that promotes reusable packaging solutions for members and their customers.

Founded in 1999, the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA) is a non-profit trade organization representing and promoting the common and pro-competitive business interests of member suppliers and users of reusable packaging products and services. RPA connects the industry to expand, innovate and validate reusable packaging systems. It organizes programs such as trade shows, committees, and communications, and maintains the Inner Loop Library and other materials to educate and advocate for reusable packaging.

**Mission:** To promote and advance reusable packaging by connecting industry members, promoting sustainability, and enabling adoption of reusable packaging systems through advocacy, education, and collaboration.

## Products & Services

### [The Reusables Marketplace](https://reusables.org/reusables-marketplace/)
*Platform*
Connect with sustainable packaging solutions from RPA member companies.

- **Access to member offerings** — Discover Sustainable Packaging
- **Marketplace as connection point** — Connect With Providers
- **Product and service filters** — Filter By Products And Services
- **Product category listings** — Browse By Category

### [RPA Membership](https://reusables.org/about-rpa/membership/)
*Service*
Join RPA for networking, advocacy, and innovation in reusable packaging.

- **Regular Members** — Join Industry Leaders
- **Primary (End) User Members** — Enhance Supply Chain Efficiency
- **Industry Advocates** — Foster Industry Advocacy
- **Individual Reuse Leader Membership** — Engage in Industry Advocacy
- **Annual Membership Dues** — Scaled Membership Fees

### [Inner Loop Library](https://reusables.org/inner-loop-library/)
*Platform*
Explore the value of reuse in modern supply chains through comprehensive educational resources.

- **Educational materials** — Provides Learning Resources
- **Reuse on Replay Podcast** — Discussions from Experts
- **State of the Industry Report** — Informed Insights
- **Food Safety** — Ensures Safe Practices
- **Sustainability Hub** — Promotes Sustainable Practices
- **Glossary** — Clarifies Technical Terms
- **Videos** — Visual Learning Content

### [Technology Hub](https://reusables.org/technology-hub/)
*Platform*
Maximize savings and efficiency through insightful tools for reusable packaging decisions.

- **Technology value assessment calculator** — Calculate Savings Visibly
- **Cost-savings resources** — Analyze Costs Effectively
- **Comprehensive Resources** — Access Diverse Educational Tools

## Market Segments

- **Reusable transport packaging**: Physical reusable packaging categories and procurement channels for pallets, bulk bins, IBCs, dunnage and other returnable containers used in supply chains.
- **Sustainability education and standards for packaging**: Educational resources, industry reports, food safety guidance, and standardization content that inform corporate sustainable packaging programs and circular economy practices.
- **Packaging cost and value assessment**: Financial and operational assessment of reusable packaging initiatives including calculators, cost‑savings analyses, and implementation guidance used to build business cases.
- **Industry membership and advocacy**: Membership, networking, and advocacy services that connect suppliers, users, and policy stakeholders to influence regulation, confirm best practices, and enable market development.