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Next-gen plastic-free protection for paper packaging: Powering sustainable innovation with advanced adhesive & coatings technologies

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Description of Desired Solution

Envision a new class of functional adhesives or coatings, engineered to replace plastics in paper packaging without compromising performance. Future developments aim to enable fully plastic-free paper structures with minimal environmental impact and capabilities such as debonding, for efficient material recovery.

These innovations support recyclability, compostability, and high barrier performance, while advancing a truly circular approach to packaging design.

 

Who’s it for

Formulators, converters, and packaging innovators seeking cutting-edge, sustainable solutions for next-generation product developments.

Detailed Solution Description

Key benefits

  • Accelerate circularity: enhance recyclability while promoting sustainable and responsible material use
  • Enable compostability: use materials suitable for industrial and home composting, supporting environmentally responsible end-of-life options
  • Meet performance standards: ensure product protection, functional integrity, and long-term sustainability in your applications

 

Potential applications

  • Book covers and calendars
  • Food contact and dry goods packaging
  • Food trays/dishes
  • Premium & luxury packaging
  • Shopping bags
  • and more across the paper value chain

     

 

Debonding for recycling 

Practical example with adhesive solutions for lamination

 

Multilayer materials combine performance characteristics that individual components alone cannot achieve. Controlled separation through debonding enables these layers to be efficiently separated at the end of life, allowing each material to be recycled individually and supporting a sustainable circular economy.
 

 

 

 

 

Here’s what’s in it for you

  • Early-mover advantage: Lead in sustainable packaging transformation
  • Partner in innovation: Co-develop and shape the next generation of plastic-free technology
  • Tailored solutions: Adapt to your unique technical and regulatory needs

     
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