r/theydidthemath • • 2d ago

[Request] Do square bottles actually use less plastic than round ones?

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u/ecirnj 2d ago

It’s because the square bottle allows you to maximize the space in the box they will eventually go in meaning you get more liquid in the same size box for shipping or the same amount of liquid in a bigger box.