Recently, Accredo Packaging introduced 100% bio-based self-sealing bags made from sugarcane resin to provide consumers with compostable, recyclable and sustainable packaging.
Accredo is a leader in the development of innovative, more sustainable packaging solutions for the food and consumer goods industry.
Representing a significant advancement in more sustainable packaging compared to traditional packaging, this groundbreaking product meets the growing demand for more environmentally friendly solutions while helping brands achieve their sustainability goals by reducing their impact on the environment.
The development of this innovative packaging sets a new industry standard by balancing a variety of factors, including sustainability, functionality and performance, while providing brands with a powerful tool to help them meet their greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals. The bio-based packaging is initially targeted at the food industry, but also offers promising applications for industries that prioritize more sustainable approaches, such as cosmetics, personal care and household products.
Overcoming significant technical hurdles in bag making is a critical part of the process, especially adapting the equipment to accommodate a single stream of sugarcane-derived resin. Unlike conventional packaging, which relies on multiple resin grades, this solution uses a limited grade of sugarcane resin to match the properties of virgin plastic. Achieving this milestone required precise modifications to equipment settings (temperature, pressure and cooling) to ensure that the bags met all performance criteria without compromising appearance or quality.
