2026
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The pet food packaging combines the scientific precision of modern cosmeceutical products and laboratory containers with the bold typography of streetwear brands. By moving away from conventional childish style, it balances scientific credibility and youthful aesthetics.
Embracing “functionalist minimalism,” the packaging adopts four high-saturation functional colors to represent four core benefits: purple for immune support (STRONG CAT), magenta for coat care (FUR BEAUTY), teal green for dental care (FRESH BITE), and deep blue for digestive health (STOMACH HEALTH). This color coding system helps consumers quickly identify product functions and enhances shelf recognition. Visually, the “doctor’s cap” is established as the core brand symbol, replacing conventional pet-related elements such as paw prints. It embodies the scientific credibility supported by the Laboratory Animal Center of Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences, becoming a key visual identifier that communicates both product quality and research-driven expertise. The packaging adopts a vertical three-section grid layout to create a clear information hierarchy. The top section presents the brand identity and scientific credentials, establishing trust at first glance; the middle section highlights the product name and the doctor’s cap symbol as the core visual focus; and the bottom section uses large bilingual benefit statements in both Chinese and English to reinforce the product functions. This minimalist layout removes unnecessary visual elements and streamlines information communication. The uppercase sans-serif typography combines decorative appeal and readability, ensuring strong recognition on shelves and across social media platforms.
The design responds to the growing demand for higher-quality pet food and greater ingredient transparency and embraces sustainability through a minimalist printing approach. It transforms scientific endorsement into consumer trust, using a professional yet approachable visual language to promote science-based pet care, providing a replicable model for the branding and packaging innovation of China’s pet food industry.
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Shanghai Xubai Technology Co., LTD
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Design & Experience Innovation - Product Design
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China
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Wolters Kluwer Enablon
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AI Innovation & Transformation - AI Solution of the Year
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United States
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Renju Liu
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Technology Innovation - Best Artificial Intelligece Technology Innovation
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United States
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Technology Innovation - Best Artificial Intelligece Technology Innovation
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United States