Part of the company’s new TechniPaper portfolio, AquaStop’s coating does not compromise the recyclability of the product, which can be recycled in the same way as standard paper-based packaging.
As it is designed to withstand exposure to water without being damaged, AquaStop is suitable for e-commerce packaging and packaging for products including flowers, detergent, and fruit and vegetables, where temporary protection against water is needed.
It is also suitable for use in humid conditions as the box remains intact while protecting the contents, meaning it can be used for the transport and storage of refrigerated products where there is exposure to condensation.
Lars Henriksson, vice president of product development at the Smurfit Kappa Paper Division, said: “We are very excited about AquaStop and believe it is a truly revolutionary paper.
“We’re expecting AquaStop to interest many of our customers, particularly those who transport goods in more demanding environments, because of the peace of mind it will give them that their products will remain in perfect condition even if exposed to water.
“Our product development team, along with our colleagues in Spain, have created something very special that has superior functionality, whilst at the same time remaining 100% recyclable.”
Smurfit Kappa Europe CEO Saverio Mayer said: “We are continuously developing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that are helping to meet our ever-growing customer needs, no matter how challenging or unusual the ask is.
“AquaStop is a must-have product for customers with complex supply chain requirements and is another example of how, at Smurfit Kappa, we have the brightest minds and most creative spirits working towards a common goal.”
AquaStop has been added to Smurfit Kappa’s Better Planet Packaging product family, which offers sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics.
Smurfit Kappa also recently became the world’s first packaging company to become vegan certified after obtaining the Vegan Society trademark.
