Our Kraft Paper is sourced from forests meticulously managed to meet stringent forestry certifications, ensuring responsible environmental practices. Kraft Paper embodies a natural, unpretentious elegance, complementing your packaging needs while respecting our planet. Its strength and adaptability make it a versatile canvas for your messaging, whether for gift wrapping or product packaging. By selecting Kraft Paper with forestry certifications, you actively participate in the sustainable packaging movement.
CompostabLe Material
Pouches & Bags
Compostable is possible! The eco-friendly solution you've been waiting for!
Our innovative bags & pouches are designed with both the environment and consumers in mind,
offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic packaging.
MATERIALS
NATUREFLEX
NK - NatureFlex is a brand of biodegradable and compostable packaging material made primarily from renewable wood pulp, specifically sourced from sustainably managed forests. It is often used as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional plastic films for packaging applications.
It's important to note that NatureFlex is just one brand of biodegradable packaging material, and there are other similar materials with different brand names and formulations available in the market. When considering the use of biodegradable packaging materials, it's essential to understand their specific properties, certifications, and compatibility with your product and packaging needs.
NK - NatureFlex is a brand of biodegradable and compostable packaging material made primarily from renewable wood pulp, specifically sourced from sustainably managed forests. It is often used as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional plastic films for packaging applications.
It's important to note that NatureFlex is just one brand of biodegradable packaging material, and there are other similar materials with different brand names and formulations available in the market. When considering the use of biodegradable packaging materials, it's essential to understand their specific properties, certifications, and compatibility with your product and packaging needs.
POLYLACTIC ACID
PLA, or Polylactic Acid, is a biodegradable and bioactive thermoplastic made from renewable resources, typically derived from plant starches like corn or sugarcane. It's one of the most commonly used materials in 3D printing and has a wide range of applications due to its ease of use and environmental friendliness.
PLA offers several key advantages:
- Biodegradability: PLA is eco-friendly and can break down into harmless compounds like carbon dioxide and water under specific conditions, making it an environmentally conscious choice.
- Renewable Source: Made from renewable plant resources like cornstarch or sugarcane, PLA is sustainable, unlike plastics derived from fossil fuels.
- 3D Printing Ease: Popular in 3D printing due to its low melting point, PLA is beginner-friendly, often not requiring a heated bed and having minimal odor and warping during printing.
- Color Variety: PLA comes in numerous colors and specialty variations, enhancing creativity in 3D printing projects.
- Strength and Rigidity: It offers decent strength and rigidity, suitable for prototypes, sculptures, toys, and functional parts
- Food-Safe and Non-Toxic: PLA is safe for food-contact and medical use, pending proper certification and testing.
CERTIFICATION & INKS
ABA Industrial Certification
In Australia and New Zealand, materials seeking industrial compostability certification follow the AS 4736-2006 standard, set by the Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA). This standard assesses bioplastics intended for biodegradation in high-temperature industrial composting facilities. These facilities differ significantly from home composting, operating at temperatures of around 55°C or higher, expediting organic waste decomposition. Therefore, AS 4736-2006 certification may not guarantee the same results in home composting. Additionally, AS 4736 incorporates an eco-toxicity test, unlike the European EN 13432 standard, ensuring certified materials positively impact soil health, emphasizing the importance of eco-certified compostable materials.
Non-Toxic Inks
In the realm of packaging, the type of ink used can have a significant impact on the environment. Traditional petroleum-based inks can generate waste and release harmful chemicals when disposed of improperly. To promote sustainability, there are alternatives available. Water-based and UV-cured inks, for instance, eliminate the need for solvents, making the printing process less toxic and reducing carbon emissions. Ink choices that are environmentally friendly are typically made from plant-based or certified compostable materials. This ensures that the entire packaging, including the ink, can be disposed of in an eco-friendly manner without compromising the environment. Look for sustainability tags to identify these responsible ink choices.
Sustainable Sourcing
Derived from replenishable sources cultivated on responsibly managed plantations, renewable materials offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics, which predominantly rely on fossil fuels for production. The plastics industry's annual oil consumption rivals that of the entire aviation sector, a trend that demands a global shift away from fossil fuel dependency and towards the adoption of renewable and recycled materials.
Our definition of renewable materials encompasses resources that naturally regenerate within a human-relevant timeframe and can be subject to sustainable management practices. This category includes entities like trees, crops, and other life forms that harness solar energy, all of which are considered renewable. Consequently, materials such as paper pulps are also classified as renewable.
The transition to a functional circular economy and the reduction of carbon emissions hinge upon our ability to emulate natural systems. It is imperative that we steer our efforts in this direction, aligning with the principles of the natural world.
European Industrial Compostable TUV Austria Industrial Label
Biodegradable One-Way Degassing Valve
New injection-molded compostable bioplastic engineering led to the development of a 100% compostable degassing valve, meticulously designed to seamlessly integrate with most existing valve applicators. In terms of both appearance and functionality, this compostable valve closely mirrors traditional coffee valves, with the primary distinction being the materials employed. These valves are meticulously crafted from bioplastics sourced from canola seeds or cornstarch and meticulously adhere to the stringent ABA (Australasian Bioplastics Association) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards for industrially compostable materials.
Notably, within a brief three-month period within commercial composting facilities, this compostable valve undergoes complete decomposition into compost. When coupled with a compostable plastic bag, the entire packaging system becomes readily compostable, offering suitability for both commercial and household composting processes.
Notably, within a brief three-month period within commercial composting facilities, this compostable valve undergoes complete decomposition into compost. When coupled with a compostable plastic bag, the entire packaging system becomes readily compostable, offering suitability for both commercial and household composting processes.
TUV Austria - OK Compost (Home)
Application For Your Product
As technology integrates bio-based materials into packaging, it's crucial to assess their practicality. Compostable packaging, derived from bio-sources, may have shorter shelf lives and increased permeability due to bio-based laminates, impacting custom packaging choices and product longevity.
Our testing affirms the effectiveness of our compostable packaging for most products, ensuring protection and durability. However, for products requiring exceptional protection, such as dehydrated powders or pharmaceuticals, standard compostable materials may not suffice. Consult our packaging specialists for tailored solutions aligned with your unique product and business requirements, emphasizing safety and performance.