The modern chip bag took decades to evolve from a single ... boxes to ketchup packets to yogurt pouches. The use of so many materials means the packaging is almost never recycled.

A new compostable material is being used by chip giant Frito-Lay to house its Sun Chips brand snack. The catch? It's really noisy.

Closing a bag of chips is supposed to be one of life’s simplest tasks, but all who have tried can agree that it can quickly become frustrating. The bag doesn’t fold neatly. The roll you ...