Berry Global Group, Inc. has announced that its Versalite™ cups have received the prestigious APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR). This recognition signifies that the Versalite cup design and packaging components meet the highest criteria for recyclability and are compatible with the North American recycling system, as outlined in the APR Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability.
Versalite is Berry's innovative patented technology that offers exceptional insulation for both hot and cold beverages while also prioritizing recyclability. The Versalite to-go cups are made from fully recyclable #5 polypropylene (PP) and provide superior functionality, durability, and performance, including resistance to punctures and leaks, and are microwave-safe.
Erica Colgan, product line director at Berry Global, expressed pride in receiving the APR Design Recognition for the Versalite cups. She emphasized that today's consumers expect high-performing, environmentally responsible products, and the Versalite cups exceed these expectations by being fully recyclable and sustainable.
Steve Alexander, President and CEO of APR, congratulated Berry Global on this important recognition, noting that the Versalite cups meet the most stringent recyclability requirements necessary to receive APR Design for Recyclability Recognition. This distinction assures Berry's customers that the Versalite cups support a circular economy, creating less waste and more efficient use of natural resources.
Berry Global is a global leader in innovative packaging solutions, committed to creating products that make life better for people and the planet. With over 34,000 global employees across more than 200 locations, Berry partners with customers to develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy.