Japanese company TBM has announced that its LIMEX Pellet - made from ‘inorganic materials’ such as calcium carbonate and said to reduce plastic usage and greenhouse gas emissions – has been adopted by VIETNAM LIWAYWAY for its snack packaging.
VIETNAM LIWAYWAY carries the Oishi snack food brand in Vietnam and other Asian countries. The company says it adopted TBM’s ‘eco-conscious’ LIMEX as it also met quality requirements and contributed to cost reduction. Apparently containing 50% or more inorganic material such as calcium carbonate (limestone), LIMEX is said to reduce plastic usage and greenhouse gas emissions compared to petroleum-based plastics.
Reportedly compatible with traditional plastic moulding methods, the pellet allows the use of existing moulding machines and is said to have a ‘luxurious matte texture’ due to using calcium carbonate as the main raw material.
The LIMEX Pellet is currently being utilized for three VIETNAM LIWAYWAY product lines. According to TBM, it also marks the first use of LIMEX for snack packaging and the first extrusion lamination application. TBM and VIETNAM LIWAYWAY plan to continue their collaboration in future, aiming to further reduce plastic usage and minimize waste.
In related news, Korozo Group partnered with Zertus UK & Ireland in January to create recyclable stand up pouches, designed to introduce Baileys’ new Chocolate Nut Mix snack range to retail shelves. Laser scribing was used to create an easy tear opening and a zipper has been integrated for resealing opened packs.
More recently, TIPA launched a home compostable high-barrier film for laminated savoury snack and crisp packaging, aiming to offer enhanced functionality and durability. The barrier properties apparently eliminate the need for an additional sealing layer, making it efficient for converting and suitable for various applications.
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