Plastic Packaging

Innovative modified atmosphere/modified humidity bulk packaging gains momentum in the US for boosting food service efficiency and sustainability.

According to the group, Polymax has the ability to be recycled alongside paper, plastic, metal or food, and can be put into consumers’ black bins, where “it will safely biodegrade”, or in recycling bins “where it will dissolve as part of the process without the risk of damaging or polluting the environment”.

N Brown further anticipates that its use of conventional plastic will be reduced by 44 percent once Polymax is rolled out across the business, a process that is expected to be complete by the end of 2025.

The company aimed to address three key requirements: effective oxygen barrier properties, high shrinkage range, and optimal balance between mechanical and optical properties. By collaborating with ExxonMobil and Kuraray, Alico developed Termoflex +B barrier shrink bags, utilizing Exceed Tough+ m 0512, a Signature Polymers product, coupled with EVAL's unique orientable EVOH grades.

The collaboration resulted in significant achievements:

ColorMatrix Amosorb 4020L is developed to provide long-lasting shelf life performance, attractive bottle aesthetics, and outstanding recyclability. This non-nylon-based additive is compatible with recycled PET (rPET), making it an excellent option for brands looking to incorporate higher levels of recycled material (up to 100%) in their packaging.

Flexible packaging dominates India’s plastic waste problem, accounting for 73% of all plastic packaging across the food, personal care, and homecare sectors. However, its non-recyclable nature poses significant challenges. Huhtamaki India took a pivotal step by hosting the second edition of Think Circle at the Embassy of Finland in New Delhi, unveiling groundbreaking solutions for a circular economy.

The company is offering 250ml ASSP bottles in the Indian state of Odisha.

The initiative, led by Coca-Cola's bottling partner Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, is part of the company's broader commitment to environmental responsibility and reducing its carbon footprint.

The new ASSP bottles are designed to be light, which contributes to a 36% reduction in emissions compared to traditional virgin PET packaging.