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Entries for tag: compostable
Masterbatch materials announced as being compostable
PolyOne Corporation, a provider of polymer materials has announced that its OnColor™ BIO and OnCap™ BIO masterbatches have been granted OK Compost certification by AIB Vinçotte, marking the first time this has been awarded to a full range of colorants and additives.
Read ArticleAre compostable bags composting?
Are those compostable bags, cutlery and cups really being composted? The Sustainable Packaging Coalition in the USA is studying whether materials that were designed to be compostable were actually being sent to composting facilities
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Biodegradable film range extended
Innovia Films has expanded its high barrier NatureFlex™ range of biodegradable and compostable cellulose-based packaging films.
Read ArticleCompostable piping bag introduced
KEE Plastics, a producer of piping bags, introduces the world's first truly biodegradable and compostable piping bag made from FKuR's bioresins.
Read ArticlePactiv launches eco line
Pactiv Corporation has introduced its EarthChoice™ brand of nearly 80 sustainable packaging products including cups, hinged-lid containers, plates, and straws, for disposable food service needs. The line of EarthChoice™ products offers a variety of features including sustainable and renewable resources, reduced amounts of plastics, less fossil fuel to manufacture, post consumer recycled content, certified compostable and chlorine-free processing.
Read ArticleMWV offering video on compostable packaging
As part of its sustainable packaging development efforts, MeadWestvaco closely examined the impact and effects of its compostable food service packaging by studying the implementation of its MWare product at its corporate headquarters in Richmond, Va. MWV followed its product from fiber sourcing to consumer end use to its deposit into a composting bin, and finally to its return to the lifecycle as organic fertilizer available to local businesses. The company produced a video to showcase the sustainability of its product and to help customers better understand the opportunities of compostable packaging. The video will debut in conjunction with International Compost Awareness Week.
Read ArticleAlgae based resins could be in use by the end of the year
Cereplast, a manufacturer of proprietary bio-based, sustainable plastics, has announced that its plan to develop a new family of algae-based resins is progressing well and that the company expects to offer the first grade of Cereplast Algae Plastics® for commercial use by the end of the year.
Read ArticleBoPP film producer producing biodegradable range
BoPP film producer Taghleef Industries (Ti) has introduced a natural film range. The films will be based on NatureWorks® PLA (PolyLactic Acid) polymers, which are marketed under the brand name Ingeo™ and which are 100% made from renewable resources.
Read ArticleAnother retailer trying to cut costs using the excuse of green credentials
Eataly is phasing out traditional plastic carrier bags and adopting biodegradable and compostable bags and disposable tableware in Mater-Bi. Mater-Bi® is the family of bioplastics developed and marketed by Novamont which is naturally biodegradable and compostable in accordance with European regulations UNI EN 13432 and UNI EN 14995.
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Biodegradable plastics: Boom and Concerns
In an international context marked by a decrease in fossil resources and an increase in oil price, the development of materials made from renewable resources becomes the main challenge of sustainable development. Furthermore, today’s environmentally conscious consumers and brand owners are seeking out eco‐friendly products, such as biodegradable plastics.
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Compostable film wrapping organic chocolate
Innovia Films’ high barrier compostable material, NatureFlex™ NK, has been selected by a Dutch company, Amigos International, to wrap its new range of dark, Fair Trade, organic chocolate from Ecuador - Ananda.
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European Bioplastics welcomes framework agreement supporting compostable bio-based plastic waste bags
European Bioplastics, the association of the bioplastics industry in Europe, welcomes the recently signed framework agreement supporting compostable bio-based plastic waste bags in France. The new agreement intends to develop the availability of compostable bio-based plastic waste bags in mass retailing in order to promote the selective collection of compostable waste.
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Biodegradable sugar sachet introduced
A new product has joined the range of catering solutions available in Mater-Bi®. The biodegradable and compostable sugar sachet, born of a partnership between Novamont and Novarese Zuccheri joins the cutlery, plates and cups already available.
Read ArticleAnother company claiming to have a 'first' in biodegradability
Ultimate Packaging believes it has produced a world first environmentally-friendly product as part of a joint venture with Innovia Films and Sun Chemical. Staff at the North East Lincolnshire-based company believe that Ultigreen™ is the first ever truly biodegradable and home compostable printed laminate for the food industry.
Read ArticleAlgae to be converted into bioplastics
Cereplast, Inc. (OTCBB:CERP), manufacturer of proprietary bio-based sustainable plastics, announced that it has been developing a breakthrough technology to transform algae into bioplastics and intends to launch a new family of algae-based resins that will complement the company’s existing line of Compostables® & Hybrid ®resins.
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Biodegradable film for nutrional 'superfood'
A Canadian company, Dr Vie Inc, has chosen sustainable and compostable NatureFlex™ from Innovia Films to wrap its entire range of nutritional “superfood” products.
Read ArticlePepsiCo claiming to have world's first biodegradable crisp bag
SunChips, Frito-Lay's line of multigrain snacks, in 2010 will introduce the first fully compostable snack chip bag made from plant-based materials. The change is designed to significantly improve the environmental impact of its packaging.
Read ArticleSugar cane based plates come to the market
Solo Cup Company has announced the introduction of Bare™ by Solo® compostable plates made with sugarcane. The ivory-colored plates feature an on-trend, square design that offers a stylish alternative to traditional round single-use dinnerware.
Read ArticleCompostable resin launched for foam
Cereplast, developer of proprietary bio-based sustainable plastics, announced the launch of a new grade of resins, Cereplast Compostable 5001®. The new resin will complement Cereplast’s existing line of compostable resins, Cereplast Compostables®, expanding market applications for Cereplast. Cereplast Compostables 5001® is possibly suited to meet the needs of some converters, manufactures and brand owners interested in substituting Polystyrene foam with an environmentally sustainable plastic.
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Starch cutlery sets wrapped in biodegradable material
Innovia Films’ biodegradable and compostable material, NatureFlex™ NE30, has been chosen to flow-wrap Vegware’s natural starch cutlery sets.
Read ArticleBioplastic products pass Which test
Novamont's Mater-Bi® product, a bioplastic made from renewable resources of agricultural origin, and NatureFlex™, Innovia Films’ compostable cellulose-based packaging film, have been put to the test by Which?, the largest consumer body in the UK with over 650,000 members, and passed with great success.
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Biodegradable wrap for herbs and spices
Innovia Films’ high barrier compostable cellulose-based material, NatureFlex™ NK, has been chosen by an Austrian producer, Sonnentor, to wrap its range of herbs and spices.
Read ArticleAward for eco sustainable product
The new range of NaturellySeda products has been awarded a Packaging Oscar 2009 thanks to the increasingly eco-sustainable and eco-compatible packaging emerging from the manufacturing partnership between Novamont and Seda, leading companies in the bioplastics and packaging sectors respectively.
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World's first certified compostable net bag
Giró launches worldwide first certified complete compostable net bag. The new net packaging system developed by Giró comprises 100 % compostable materials certified according to EN 13432 for net and etiquette.
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Tea wrapped in compostable film
Innovia Films’ sustainable and compostable packaging film, NatureFlex™ has been chosen by Twinings to wrap one of its major tea products, Everyday.
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Biodegradable for organic dog biscuits
Innovia Films’ biodegradable and compostable flexible material, NatureFlex™ has been chosen as part of the packaging for a new range of all natural, organic dog biscuits produced in the USA.
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Biodegradable film for flour
Multi award-winning artisan organic flour producer, Bacheldre Watermill, has chosen Innovia Film’s biodegradable and compostable material, NatureFlex™, to add the finishing touch to its stylish flour packaging.
Read ArticleCompostable sleeve introduced
In the wake of recycling, highlighted in 2007 by the launch of the Petsleeve® solution to recycle PET packaging and recognised by recycling bodies, today the group rolls out a fully biodegradable and compostable packaging solution: the Biosleeve® made from PLA.
Read ArticleChallenging domestic waste management
Bollore has developed a new oxo-biodegradable shrink film and is now in a position to realistically face the challenge of domestic packaging waste management.
Read ArticleLabels become compostable
Berkshire Labels has become the first company to offer a fully biodegradable and compostable self adhesive label range that conforms to EN13432 in its own right.
Read ArticleCompostable flexible film to launch
At Bioplastics in Packaging - Interpack 2008, Innovia Films will be launching a new grade of NatureFlex™ film, NVR. NatureFlex™ is one of the market leading biodegradable and compostable flexible films for packaging and labels.
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The latest developments in Sleever technology at Interpack 2008
Sleever International, the world-leading specialist in sleeve decorative solutions, will present at Interpack 2008, the latest developments in Sleever® technology.
Read ArticleCertification of compostability
From 24.-31. April 2008 DIN CERTCO will take part in the "Interpack" trade fair and the "Bioplastics in Packaging" group exhibition in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Read ArticleCo extruded films can be completely biodegradable
Novamont, the leading Italian company in the bioplastics sector, is taking part in the Interpack 2008 event (Bioplastics in Packaging Area, Hall 7a, stand E05) and presenting its ground-breaking packaging solutions, particularly those using co-extruded films which combine various grades of Mater-Bi®, the completely biodegradable and naturally compostable bioplastic.
Read ArticleInnovia Films to showcase range of green materials
Innovia Films will be showcasing its full range of NatureFlex™, one of the market leading biodegradable and compostable flexible packaging materials, at Bioplastics in Packaging – Interpack 2008.
Read ArticleNew range of biostarch bags to be launched at Easy Fairs
Dempson Crooke, one of the UK’s largest suppliers of printed carrier bags and merchandising packaging materials, will be launching a range of Biostarch® compostable bags for the grocery and retail sectors at the Easyfairs EcoPack Exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham from 12-13 March, on stand no 338.
Read ArticleCereplast extends biodegradable range
Cereplast, Inc. (OTCBB: CERP), manufacturer of proprietary, bio-based, sustainable plastics, extended the range of applications for biodegradable, compostable plastic with the introduction of the first-ever freeze-tolerant resin, CP-INJ-13. The newest addition to the Cereplast CompostablesTM resin family retains structural rigidity in freezing temperatures, ideal for frozen food applications, such as ice cream containers, and all applications requiring resistance to low temperature and/or high flexibility.Cereplast, Inc. (OTCBB: CERP), manufacturer of proprietary, bio-based, sustainable plastics, extended the range of applications for biodegradable, compostable plastic with the introduction of the first-ever freeze-tolerant resin, CP-INJ-13. The newest addition to the Cereplast CompostablesTM resin family retains structural rigidity in freezing temperatures, ideal for frozen food applications, such as ice cream containers, and all applications requiring resistance to low temperature and/or high flexibility.
Read ArticleBiostarch range launched
Dempson Crooke, one of the UK’s largest paper bag manufacturers, has launched a range of Biostarch® compostable carrier bags and fruit and vegetable bags to the UK grocery and retail sectors.
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Big retailers are making efforts to cut packaging
If you want to accumulate less waste packaging, the single most important step is to shop less at supermarkets. Though the big retailers are making commendable efforts to cut down on packaging, there’s still too much of it. An 80g pack of organic Portobello mushrooms bought recently (not by me!) at a national chain came in a clingfilmed plastic tray weighing 20g – one quarter the weight of the contents.
Read ArticleCompostable bubble wrap introduced
Following on from the launch of its degradable bubble-wrap earlier this year PH Flexible Packaging has expanded its eco-friendly range with the introduction of ‘Compost-a-Bubble’, a compostable bubble-wrap product. Produced using compostable film from BPI, Compost-a-Bubble meets EN13432, the European composting standard which is used as a reference point for public authorities, industrial composting operators and consumers.
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Environmental sleeves
Decorative Sleeves has become the first European shrink sleeve manufacturer to include a film made from renewable resources among its range of products.
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