Bio-based performance additive for
molded fiber packaging

Enhancing Sustainability of Molded Fiber Food Packaging with Cellulose Fibrils

The demand for sustainable, recyclable and environmentally friendly food packaging is rapidly increasing. The change is mainly driven by tightening legislations and consumers looking for more sustainable options.

Packaging industry is seeking for fiber-based solutions that would enable them to meet the performance and processability of the plastic based packaging.

At Borregaard, our cellulose fibril-based solutions, known as Exilva, provide significant enhancements in the performance of molded fiber products, specialty papers, and barrier coatings, making the smooth transfer from plastic based packaging to fiber based alternatives possible.

Challenges in sustainabile Food Packaging:

Traditional technologies used in manufacturing fiber-based packaging materials often face challenges such as heavy weight, poor mechanical strength and, inadequate barrier properties. These issues hinder the shift from plastic-based packaging to fiber-based packaging. 

Our Solution:

Borregaard's Exilva is a perfect solution for the development of more sustainable molded fiber products that can meet the performance and requirements of the plastic based alternatives.

Key Benefits:

  • Lightweighting: Exilva allows the reduction of the packaging weight while keeping the performance at the same level.
  • Improved Mechanical Strength: Enhances the structural integrity of molded fiber products and let manufacturers to use of lower quality fibers.
  • Sustainability: Addition of Exilva will lead to reduction in waste and lower carbon footprint while maintaining good recyclability.
  • Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including molded fiber packaging, specialty papers, and barrier coatings.

Access detailed technical documentation and bulletins that support our claims and provide insights into the optimal use of Exilva in your formulations. For more information, support, or inquiries about our products, please reach out through our contact page. Our team of experts is here to assist you. 

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Breaking Barriers: Advancing Performance in Molded Fiber Food Packaging

Welcome to a webinar where innovation meets sustainability within the molded fiber food packaging industry. Join us as we explore how Microfibrillated Cellulose (MFC) can revolutionize molded fiber products, presenting advantages and opportunities that shape the future of sustainable packaging. Presentation is followed by a live Q&A session.

Webinar Highlights:

  • Explore the latest developments and results from using MFC in molded fiber technology for food packaging.
  • Gain insights into increased strength, oxygen and grease barrier properties, and its role as a functional additive for barrier coatings.
  • Learn how to overcoming challenges such as product strength, lightweighting, and achieving better surface smoothness and enhanced barrier properties without plastic liners.
  • Explore more sustainable alternatives in line with the EU single-use plastic directive and PFAS bans.

 

Improve barrier properties of water-based dispersion coatings

Struggling with high coat weights, tightening legislation or with poor barrier performance? Join us for 30min to hear about how microfibrillated cellulose improves the barrier performance of water-based dispersion coatings, and increase the overall sustainability of the dispersion coated packaging. 

The webinar will provide you with tools and ideas on how to meet the demand for sustainable packaging with high performance. At the end we open up for questions in a live Q&A session.

 

Topics covered:

  • Improve Barrier Performance: Reduce oil and water penetration in your packaging.
  • Reduce Coat Weight: Lower material usage and decrease your environmental impact.
  • Enhance Recyclability: Contribute to higher recycling rates of fibres and reduce plastic waste.
  • Meet Regulations: Ensure compliance with sustainability standards and regulations for food packaging.


Register for this webinar through the form on this page, and you will be notified before the webinar starts.
Looking forward to seeing you there! 

October 14, 2024 04:00 PM
Enhancing Sustainability in Molded Fiber Products through Lightweighting

Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the sustainability benefits of lightweighting molded fiber products. Dr. Otto Soidinsalo will discuss the current industry pressures, including the EU single-use plastic directive and packaging waste regulations, and how these are driving the shift from plastic to fiber-based food packaging. Learn about the challenges and solutions in making fiber-based packaging more recyclable and sustainable.

 

Key Topics Covered:

  • Industry Drivers: Overview of regulations and bans affecting plastic packaging, such as the EU single-use plastic directive and packaging waste regulations.

  • Sustainability Focus: How lightweighting can enhance the sustainability of molded fiber products.

  • Innovative Solutions: Introduction to Borregaard’s three key areas of focus:

    • Lightweighting fiber-based products.

    • Developing fully bio-based, biodegradable barrier coatings for food packaging.

    • Improving barrier performance of water-based dispersion coatings.

  • Exilva’s Role: How Exilva, a microfibrillated cellulose, enables these sustainable solutions.

  • Economic and Environmental Impact: Benefits of using Exilva, including reduced CO2 emissions, lower transportation costs, and decreased wood consumption.

  • Case Studies and Trials: Results from trials showing the effectiveness of Exilva in reducing weight and maintaining performance of molded fiber products.

 

Why Attend:

  • Gain insights into the latest industry trends and regulations.

  • Discover innovative solutions for sustainable packaging.

  • Learn how to make your packaging more economical and recyclable.

 

See you there!

 

September 23, 2024 04:00 PM

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