Sustainability

Ahlstrom Expands Its Range of Sustainable Packaging Tape Solutions

Ahlstrom is broadening its portfolio of pressure-sensitive adhesive packaging tape applications with the introduction of MasterTape® Pack. This addition enhances their fiber-based product lineup, aligning with global trends such as e-commerce and the increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions.

• New range of plastic additives contributes to the replacement of fossil feedstock with renewable raw materials according to a certified biomass balance approach
• Initial offerings include Irganox^® 1010 BMBcert™ and Irganox^® 1076 BMBcert™ antioxidants, certified by TÜV Nord according to ISCC PLUS
• Industry-first solution advances sustainable development of plastics

BASF today announced the launch of the industry’s first biomass balance offerings for plastic additives.

Dutch government’s new anti-single-use plastics policy 

Over a year ago, the Dutch government announced a new policy which is designed to reduce the use of single-use plastics in the Dutch catering and hospitality industry. In essence, the policy differentiates between food and drinks consumed on-site in cafes and restaurants, and anything ordered to take away. 

With this in mind, the new policy includes a ban on “the free supply of disposable plastic cups and food packaging for single use.” But what does this mean for you or your business?

Austria-based rigid and plastic packaging supplier Greiner Packaging has developed a sustainable packaging solution for Henkel’s new Somat Excellence 4in1 caps.

The cardboard-plastic tub uses 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) polypropylene (PP) for the exterior coating sourced from end-consumer households. The tub’s interior is made of white virgin material.

The cardboard wrap features around 100% recycled material and can be easily separated from the plastic tub for recycling.