Bio-Based Sustainable Coatings for Paper Food & Beverage Packaging
Bio-Based Sustainable Coatings for Paper Food & Beverage Packaging
What are bio-based sustainable coatings, and why should you care? Bio-based coatings are more sustainable than PE or PLA linings, which is why it’s important to understand these biodegradable polymer products. To help you better understand bio-based sustainable coatings, we will look deeper at plastic-based vs. PLA and other coatings used in food packaging. In the end, you will understand why your food packaging choices matter.
What are Bio-Based Coatings & Why Use It on Paper Packaging Products?
Bio-based sustainable coatings are biodegradable polymers. This bio-plastic substance decomposes into carbon dioxide and water when under the soil. Due to this, paper packaging is absolutely a more sustainable option than any plastic alternative. If you want to use them with liquids or with “wet” food applications, you will need to waterproof coating. Typically, those coatings have been made with plastics. While that gives you the waterproof barrier you need it essentially turns your paper cup (or package) into a plastic product. It’s no longer recyclable and won’t break down in the ocean. Bio-based coatings used on paper packaging products are waterproof, sustainable, recyclable, compostable, and bio-degradable.
Why Greener Shapes’ Bio-Based Coatings are a More Sustainable Option
We use new bio-based coatings on all of our paper products. Unlike other bio-based coatings, our products are both industrial compostable and recyclable. Our biodegradable and compostable polymers offer superior processability and excellent adhesion to paper. Plus, the heat-resistant biodegradable coatings remain stable up to 239 degrees Fahrenheit. And with a high degree of repulpability, our products are also recyclable in your curbside bin.
Bio-Based Coatings vs. PE or PLA Linings
The PE film is not often recyclable, but other companies often use PE linings on their paper coffee or beverage cups. PLA has become a popular bio-based coating. Unfortunately, it has proven to be a contaminant in the recycle stream. Because Greener Shapes’ sustainable bio-based coatings can be recycled, repulped, or composted, they are superior to both PE or PLA linings.
Greener Shapes Coated Product Specifications
As you look at the specifications of Greener Shapes’ bio-based coated products, you see how superior this material performs.
• Bio-Based Material
• 1.26 Density (g/cm3)
• 15 MFR (g/10min)
• 115 Melting Point (°C)
• 95 Heat Deflection Temperature (°C)
• 120 Seal Initiation Temp (°C)
• Extrusion Coating Process
• Industrial Compostability
• FZ79AC Food Contact Grade
• U.S. FDA – FCN 1817 at 100°C
• EU 10/2011 – OM-6 at 100°C
• Thai FDA – No. 295
• Bio-Based Material
• 1.26 Density (g/cm3)
• 15 MFR (g/10min)
• 115 Melting Point (°C)
• 95 Heat Deflection Temperature (°C)
• 120 Seal Initiation Temp (°C)
• Extrusion Coating Process
• Industrial Compostability
• FZ79AC Food Contact Grade
• U.S. FDA – FCN 1817 at 100°C
• EU 10/2011 – OM-6 at 100°C
• Thai FDA – No. 295
This material offers everything you need for sustainable food packaging coatings, from the high melting point to the various certifications. It’s also easy to work with and manufacture, plus simple to recycle or compost.
Greener Shapes Coated Product Specifications
As you look at our chart of Greener Shapes’ bio-based coated product specifications, you see how superior this material performs. This material offers everything you need for sustainable food packaging coatings, from the high melting point to the various certifications. It’s also easy to work with and manufacture, plus simple to recycle or compost.
Bio-Based Coatings Certification & Compliance
Bio-Based Coatings Certification & Compliance
Greener Shapes uses materials that are certified recyclable by Western Michigan. In addition, our materials are certified Industrial compostable by BPN and Din Certco. We are also certified bio-based and for food safety.
Compostable Paper Packaging with Bio-Based Sustainable Coatings
At Greener Shapes, we are proud to use sustainable bio-based coatings in our food packaging products. You can find a variety of compostable and recyclable products that use these coatings. For example, our Soup and Hummus Bowls can hold food products up to 239 degrees, allowing for complete flexibility for your foodservice needs. Our products work great in both hot and cold fill applications. We also have other paper food packaging products and lids that are offered in various sizes. You can print your branding on our food packaging or talk to us about custom solutions if you don’t see what you need. We are happy to prototype a design out of sustainable, compostable, and recyclable materials for your business. Contact Greener Shapes today!
