MONOFLEX M1, high-barrier (OTR <0,3) PE-based mono-material 100% recyclable packaging solution

In response to the market’s aim of 100% recyclable packaging by 2030, Papers has launched MONOFLEX M1, a fully recyclable, PE-based mono-material, barrier packaging.

This product has been developed to replace multilayers materials, such as PET/PE and OPA/PE packaging constructions, maintaining the same safety, security and quality standards of already-existing solutions.

MONOFLEX M1 consists of a complex made by

• Machine oriented PE layer
• High barrier layer
• Low sealable PE layer.

BENEFITS:

• Outstanding mechanical properties
• High quality sealing and printing
• Excellent oxygen and water barrier
• Eliminating PET or OPA as top layer for lidding films
• Recyclable in existing PE recycling streams 

POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:

• Top lidding film for fresh and processed food
• Flow pack
• Map applications
• Dry and liquid foodstuffs
• Frozen food
• Home and personal care liquids

MONOFLEX M1 is available in reel as material for printing and lamination and in already-made film or pouches.

In addition to M1, soon Papers is going to unveil an entire portfolio of different 100% recyclable mono-materials solutions.