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Packaging paper manufacturer Sappi — which produces functional papers with integrated barriers against oxygen, grease, water vapor, mineral oil, and aromas, as well as heat-sealing properties — has expanded its portfolio with the Seal Light Gloss and Guard MH.
These functional papers offer solutions that are even more customized to specific product requirements. Made from renewable raw materials, this paper packaging represents recyclable alternatives to fossil-based packaging and helps minimize the use of plastic in the long term.
Seal Light Gloss – a sealable paper without barriers
The one-side coated Seal Light Gloss features excellent heat sealability thanks to a coating on the reverse side. The paper, which is available in grammages of 54g/m² and 74 g/m², does not have any barrier properties and can be easily recycled in the paper waste stream. Over the long term, it is intended to help reduce the use of plastics in secondary packaging (e.g. for confectionery) or in primary packaging for products not requiring a barrier.
Developed for flexible packaging in the food and non-food sectors, it stands out with its natural look and pleasant feel. Thanks to its glossy surface, outstanding printing results can be achieved, which ensures a high-quality appearance so manufacturers and brand owners can make an impression at the point of sale.
Guard MH barrier paper for many food and non-food applications
With its Guard MH barrier paper, Sappi has developed another sustainable packaging solution for a wide range of different applications in the food and non-food markets, which can be disposed of and recycled in the paper waste stream. The paper is available in Natural, Silk and Gloss variants. Both the uncoated Natural Guard MH variants and the one-side coated Silk and Gloss variants have an integrated barrier against water vapor and mineral oil and grease. Natural is available in grammages of 60 g/m² 70 g/m² and 90 g/m²; the Silk and Gloss variants are available in grammages of 75 g/m² 85 g/m² and 100 g/m².
“The topic of sustainability is a hugely important priority for us as a paper manufacturer," says René Köhler, Director Paper & Packaging Solutions at Sappi Europe. "With our two new functional papers, we are supporting our customers in their efforts to use paper-based, recyclable alternatives to non-recyclable packaging."
