Emballator Launches Rigid Water-Soluble Packaging

Manufacturer Emballator has announced that they are going to be using a new water-soluble packaging that is made out from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) which is able to dissolve after use.

POVH is a polymer with a carbon, hydrogen and oxygen base that dissolves upon contact with water. According to Emballator, PVOH can be converted into water and carbon dioxide by bacterial microorganisms in the environment. The material specialist at Emballator Innovation Centre Christian Olsson had stated that “Many naturally occurring microorganisms have the ability to degrade PVOH, when it’s put in soil, sea or wastewater, without leaving any harmful residues, such as micro plastics, but only carbon dioxide, water, and biomass.”

POVH has already been used in several applications such as dishwater tablets which is able to dissolve during the washing cycle. The company that adds PVOH is available in a range of grades – for example, some are soluble in cold water while others are able to dissolve in hot water. According to Mats Jeppsson, the innovation manager at Emballator Innovation Centre: “With a great barrier that extends shelf-life and the ability to dissolve in low temperatures, the main use is for dry products. This material can keep spices and dry goods fresh. Also, for other applications with mainly dry content with a need for a more rigid packaging for a one-use dose, it’s perfectly suitable.”

This latest innovation is a part of Emballator’s new ongoing commitment to getting sustainable packaging solutions across applications. This year, Emballator had pre-launched its 100% aluminium monotube prototype and revealed a new range of recyclable tubes made from post-consumer recycled aluminium which is suitable for cosmetic, healthcare, food segments and suitable applications.

References:

https://packagingeurope.com/emballator-launches-rigid-water-soluble-packaging/