The client manufactures a range of products for the FMCG market and is actively searching for ways to improve the sustainability of their products and associated packaging without compromising on performance. They currently use a thermoplastic non-woven material to wrap food-grade ingredients for use by the consumer (example products could include tea bags, beverage filters), but this is not biodegradable or compostable and is not suitable for plastic recycling schemes. Whilst there is an increasing number of biodegradable or compostable alternatives to plastic-based nonwovens (e.g. bioplastics), many are not compatible with traditional heat-sealing equipment used in FFS (Form, Fill, Seal) production lines without the use of thermoplastic binders. This could result in the end-product still being considered as single use plastic, and so would be likely to face future regulation regarding waste disposal in some geographies.
The client is therefore searching for a sustainable, non-woven material that does not require use of a polymer binder to seal the edges. Potential materials should meet the following requirements: -
Biodegradable and/or bio-based materials meeting these requirements are of high interest.
The client is a large and established business with global brands and has excellent market access to introduce new products. They are searching for companies that will become trusted material suppliers for their range of products. This therefore represents an excellent business opportunity for an ongoing partnership with a leading brand partner. All potential suppliers should be able to demonstrate their capability to provide such materials by way of supporting documentation.
Open Innovation Consultancy Company searching on behalf of multi-national, manufacturing clients.
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