Plantic Sign US Distribution Deal for Biopolymer Rigid packaging Materials

Plantic Technologies Ltd. announced today a new distribution agreement in the Americas for its line of the Plantic biopolymer rigid packaging films in an exclusive partnership with the Klöckner Pentaplast Group (Gordonsville, VA, USA). Klöckner Pentaplast, a leading global producer of rigid packaging films, will market and sell Plantic rigid packaging films throughout the Americas under its Pentafood Biofilm brand name.

Designed to increase market penetration and enhance service to the marketplace, this partnership will provide customers with access to products that will help meet their sustainable packaging goals. Plantic will continue to service the Australasia and European markets directly.

Plantic biopolymer film is high-amylase corn starch based product that is renewable, biodegradable, home compostable, water dispersible, and compostable to ASTM 6400 and EN 13432 standards.

Plantic films are suitable for food and general-purpose thermoformed packaging applications, such as trays for confectionery, chocolates, cookies, cosmetics, and healthcare products. "We are excited about entering the next phase of Plantic rigid films expansion into the Americas. Klöckner Pentaplast is an established global market leader in packaging films and, has extensive knowledge of the packaging markets which will help foster growth of our product line," states Brendan Morris, chief executive officer for Plantic Technologies Ltd. Adds, Michael Tubridy, president of Klöckner Pentaplast/Americas, "The Plantic product line complements our portfolio of plastic packaging films by offering a unique end-of-life disposal option. Based on a renewable resource, this film offers our customers yet another option in helping meet their sustainable packaging goals."

Tell Us What You Think

Do you have a review, update or anything you would like to add to this news story?

Leave your feedback
Your comment type
Submit

While we only use edited and approved content for Azthena answers, it may on occasions provide incorrect responses. Please confirm any data provided with the related suppliers or authors. We do not provide medical advice, if you search for medical information you must always consult a medical professional before acting on any information provided.

Your questions, but not your email details will be shared with OpenAI and retained for 30 days in accordance with their privacy principles.

Please do not ask questions that use sensitive or confidential information.

Read the full Terms & Conditions.