ProFood World August 2024

Pro Food World ProFood World August 2024

Packaging Technology

Nesquik’s New Shrink-Sleeve Labels Make Packaging 100% Recyclable

Five years of R&D results in a new shrink-sleeve label for Nestlé’s Nesquik RTD dairy beverage packaging that is 100% recyclable and provides the required light-blocking functionality.

April 24, 2024

All seven Nesquik flavors will be available with the new recyclable shrink-sleeve label by June of this year.

British Crisp Co. Launches First Recyclable Paper Chip Bag

The British Crisp Co.’s paper chip bag uses new polymer technology to achieve curbside recyclability in a first for the format.

March 29, 2024

The British Crisp Co.'s new bags use paper with Hydropol polymer technology as a plastic alternative.

KDP Unveils Plant-based, Compostable, Single-Serve Coffee Pod Concept

Plastic- and aluminum-free single-serve coffee pods use an alginate-based primary package material with some barrier properties. The system will employ recyclable secondary packaging with additional barrier. Many packaging details remain to be sorted.

March 15, 2024

The plant-based coating doesn’t dissolve into the coffee—it stays intact during the brewing process. So, after the K-Rounds are brewed, consumers will have to dispose of the remaining spent coating. It is expected to be certified compostable.

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