PACKAGING MATERIALS
In praise of mono materials According to Aropack, packaging pouches made from compostable films and recyclable mono-material plastics, will appeal to today’s environmentally friendly consumer. With growing consumer demand for convenience, candy pouches made from flexible packaging materials can also offer resealable closures, ensuring product freshness and reducing waste. The company believes that mono-material
packaging offers a practical path forward to help reduce environmental impact and simplify recycling. Mono-material packaging refers to packaging made from a single type of material – for example polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) – instead of laminated layers of different materials. Aropack pointed out that, while traditional flexible packaging combines multiple films, each with a specific function, that mix can make it more difficult to recycle and that mono- materials can be sorted and reprocessed more easily, so less packaging waste ends up in landfill and more material is reused. Aropak is also seeing demand for
sustainable packaging such as edible packaging, paper-based packaging and
mono-material packaging, gaining traction. For confectionery manufacturers navigating modern packaging challenges, it believes that mono-material packaging offers a solution that can deliver on sustainability, supports the circular economy, and keeps organisations ahead of regulatory and consumer expectations.
Which way to go? With regulatory and consumer demand for more environmentally responsible products continuing to rise, sustainable packaging has become a central issue for confectionery manufacturers. Fortunately, the packaging industry can offer a wide variety of viable material solutions. Mono-materials, made from a single type
of polymer, such as PE or PP, are gaining popularity due to their ease of recyclability and compatibility with many existing recycling infrastructures. These materials appear to be well-suited to products with simpler barrier needs – such as hard candies or certain chocolate applications – and work well with modern, high-speed form-fill-seal machines— provided they are properly calibrated. Hybrid-materials, by contrast, combine
different materials to achieve high- performance barriers against moisture, oxygen, and light, which can offer solutions for products with complex preservation requirements. The design of hybrid materials is key as it is important that the material is designed for separation or is only used in regions with recycling systems that can cope. The decision between mono- and hybrid-
materials is likely to revolve around two key factors – product protection and equipment compatibility. Manufacturers with the ability to upgrade machinery may find it easier to adopt mono-materials and meet recyclability targets. Others may choose hybrid solutions that extend product life while investing in offsetting programs or developing take-back schemes. Ultimately, the path to sustainability in
confectionery packaging lies not in a one-size- fits-all solution, but in smart, product-specific choices that align performance with environmental responsibility. Early engagement with packaging suppliers and machinery experts is key to navigate this shift and to stay ahead of both regulatory and consumer expectations.
A sustainable alternative for puffs
Polish confectionery producer, Brześć Sipa Sp.k has recently relaunched its range of puff products in a recyclable mono-material BOPP film – a thermoplastic polymer that has similar properties to PET – with the help of Coveris Rypin (formerly Hadepol Flexo). The sustainable alternative to
non-recyclable materials offers the same protective performance while saving resources and has helped Brześć to meet its sustainability goals. “The demand for recyclable packaging
materials is aligned with the European Union Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) which requires that all packaging placed on the EU market is recyclable by 2030,” says Arkadiusz Drążek, CEO at Brześć. “Our new packaging responds to this regulation and supports the reduction of packaging waste."
The film boasts high transparency, allowing consumers to view the product directly on shelf, enhancing shelf appeal. It is also optimised for eight-colour flexographic printing with optional matt or gloss finishes, highlighting the brand identity. “Thanks to the support of Coveris Rypin, we are now planning to expand the production of mono-material packaging across additional products in the near future,” concludes Arkadiusz.
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