Functional barrier papers
Our re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Papers offer fibre-based alternatives to plastic for HFFS and VFFS applications. Frozen food, eCommerce, and everything in between — you name it, we pack it.
- Customised barriers against grease, water vapour and more
- Designed for recycling as part of our re/cycle portfolio
- Available for flexo, roto, digital and other printing technologies
Benefits
- Heat-sealable paper designed for recycling
- Good mechanical strength
- Good printability
- Natural touch
- Customised barrier properties
Sustainability
- Designed and manufactured to optimise material use
- Reduction of paper and polymers to a needed minimum
- Up to 95/5 paper to plastic ratio
- As part of our re/cycle portfolio - designed for recycling in line with recognised industry guidelines (4evergreen)
Navigating the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) requirements? Our products can help you adapt to the changing landscape of packaging regulations. For more information, get in touch with our team.
Applications
- Dry and fresh food
- Frozen food
- Home & personal care
- Toys
- eCommerce
- Industrial packaging
Have you ever thought about paper...
We pack it!
Our re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Papers offer a recyclable, fibre-based alternative to plastic bags for small parts and components - supporting the transition to more sustainable packaging.
Designed to handle both lightweight and more demanding items, they provide high strength, durability and high puncture resistance to keep your products securely packed — from toys and assembly kits to spare parts and furniture fittings.
We pack it!
Our paper-based solutions are ideal for secondary packaging, helping bundle and protect pre-packed products - a practical alternative to plastic films.
Suitable for applications such as snacks, confectionery or multipacks, re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Papers enable efficient wrapping while maintaining good sealability, printability and product presentation.
We pack it!
Our paper-based solutions are suitable for frozen food applications, offering a recyclable alternative to plastic while maintaining product protection under demanding conditions.
With excellent barrier properties against moisture and water vapour, it helps safeguard products during frozen storage and transport.
Our re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Papers
High Strength
re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper 95/5 is the perfect packaging solution that offers high strength without compromising on the environment.
Our extrusion coated papers are designed for recycling, run seamlessly on existing FFS packaging lines and are available in white and brown to meet all your packaging needs.
Their strength allows for heavier filling weights, ensuring your products remain secure during transport and storage.
Thinnest dispersion coatings
Our re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper Select range delivers the thinnest dispersion coatings with a diverse range of barrier options, running seamlessly on existing FFS lines.
Available in white — and soon in brown — it offers a versatile solution and a sustainable alternative to aluminium‑based structures.
Lightest coatings and thinnest paper
re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper Reduce combines thinnest paper with lightest coating technology to deliver high strength for higher filling weights while meeting the needed technical requirements.
It offers barrier options against water vapour, moisture and grease, with excellent printability and optional sealable grades with recycled content that meet relevant food compliance needs.
Recyclable ultra-high barrier
re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate is an ultra‑high‑barrier, paper‑based packaging solution designed for recycling.
It can replace non-recyclable aluminium-based structures and is suitable for food and non‑food applications that require strong protection against water vapour and oxygen.