AkzoNobel has launched a new internal coating for beverage cans that is free from BPA and other “materials of concern”, in a bid to deliver superior levels of corrosion protection while providing manufacturers with a solution to address current and future regulation.
Accelshield 300 features a novel acrylic resin network interwoven with a unique crosslinked polymer matrix. The company claims that this combination delivers “advanced corrosion protection, flexibility, and sensory performance.”
The solution is part of a growing portfolio of new-generation internal and external coatings for beverage cans which aim to support coil coaters, can manufacturers and brands as they navigate the regulatory landscape, and aim for enhanced sustainability. The coatings are free from BPA and other “materials of concern.”
According to AkzoNobel, Accelshield 300 has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and “key beverage brands”, and is compliant with current and future EU regulations.
The company also reports that laboratory and brand testing has pointed to improved flavour performance compared to earlier solutions on the market.
The introduction of Accelshield 300 for internal beverage can bodies follows last year’s launch of Accelshield 700 for internal beverage can ends and Accelstyle 100/200 for external beverage can bodies.
Soon Accelstyle 700/800 for external beverage can ends will be added to the portfolio which can allow manufacturers to transition to being Bisphenol-, PFAS-, and Styrene-free for the entire can.
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