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Sonoco’s FlexSHIELD Certified for Compostability, Recyclability and Repulpability

Packaging treated with FlexSHIELD is FDA, CFIA and EUR compliant for direct food contact.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Cascades Sonoco, a joint venture between Cascades Inc. and Sonoco Products Company, announced that its FlexSHIELD coatings have received third party certification for compostability from TÜV Austria. Additionally, the coatings have achieved recyclability and repulpability certifications from the Fiber Box Association. FlexSHIELD’s aqueous-based barrier coatings are designed for use in folding carton, cup, and foodservice container applications, where scoring, folding and heat sealing often cr...

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