TIPA, a producer of compostable packaging solutions, and Fresh-Lock closures, which creates reclosable flexible packaging technology, have joined forces to launch a new portfolio of home compostable closures for pouches.
These new reclosable solutions for flexible packaging are designed with TIPA’s proprietary home compostable resin formulation for various end-use markets including food, nutraceuticals, home and personal care, and more.
Under the partnership, the Fresh-Lock team recently launched its first two home compostable closures, Style 8531 featuring Child-Resistant technology, and Style 8035, a single lock design for use in a wide range of applications. With TIPA’s solutions designed into this new product line, Fresh-Lock brand plans to further penetrate the market for compostable flexible packaging.
TIPA says that its alternative materials maintain the same functionalities as conventional materials, such as transparency and durability while helping to reduce the world’s dependence on traditional plastics.
At the end of their use, when placed in a compost bin with other organic material, the company says that its products disintegrate and biodegrade into nutrient-rich soil, within months. TIPA also claims that its solutions are “seamlessly compatible” with existing machinery throughout the supply chain of packaging production.
“We are thrilled to count the Fresh-Lock team among the innovative market leaders we work with, expanding the commercial availability of compostable packaging options in North America,” says Rodrigo Castaneda, VP/GM, North America, at TIPA.
“This is a significant step to help consumers and businesses actively contribute to curbing the reliance on conventional flexible plastics and navigate quickly-changing policies on packaging waste management for the benefit of the planet.”
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