Packaging

At Archroma Packaging Technologies, developing more sustainable solutions for highly functional packaging is our mission.

Which is why our chemistries span the entire value chain — from pulp to finished product, and back to the start again.

Our passion is to provide customers with adhesives, coatings, colorants, functional barriers, optical brighteners and process chemicals that enable packaging to have a second, third, fourth, even 25th life!

Wherever you are in the value chain —pulp mill, converter or brand owner — we work with you to develop the right solution for your specific packaging needs. From water- and grease-resistant fast-food packaging, to removable or repositionable labels – our expertise, substrate-agnostic approach, application support, agility, global footprint and collaborative and innovative mindset can help you overcome your packaging challenges, faster.

Archroma Packaging Technologies — Committed to driving the industry's transition towards more sustainable packaging and unlocking new possibilities for our customers.

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Our Packaging Solutions

Paper & Board Packaging

We have deep roots in formulating chemistry for cellulose-based materials — more than 140 years of innovation in this space, in fact. So, we’re perfectly positioned to support you no matter what your starting point is – from pulp, to paper, to board, to box.

Our global fiber-based packaging experts are on hand to find the right blend of process chemicals, barriers, coatings, coloration, adhesives, pulp additives and coating additives solutions to meet your specific goals.

Whether you’re looking to improve the recyclability of fiber-based packaging, reduce layers, or enhance coloration, we’ll collaborate closely with you every step of the way.

Flexible Packaging

We offer water-based flexible packaging solutions for dry snack and bakery applications. Our formulations are easy and safe to use, more sustainable and low odor.

Our portfolio in flexible packaging continues to evolve as we develop cutting-edge solutions for more complex applications.

If you are looking to transition from solvent-based to water-based solutions, or overcome a specific functional challenge with an application, we’re focused on formulating a solution that’s right for you and that drives towards a more circular economy in packaging.

Our global reach, deep technical expertise and personalized customer approach make us the perfect partner to offer flexible packaging solutions that integrate with your needs.

Tape & Label

Growing pressure to use more sustainable and recyclable materials for tape and label packaging products, coupled with the increasing performance expectations of water resistance, removability, repositionability, and high/low adhesion strength – all add complexity in this space and present multiple challenges.

We have the technical expertise, global footprint, local supply, speed, and agility to tailor solutions to your specific application and equipment requirements – avoiding the compromises that come with ‘off-the-shelf’ solutions.

We will work with you to develop the high-performance coatings, adhesives, primers, and colorants you need to leap forward in your commercial and environmental objectives.

Custom-designed solutions for diverse applications

We work with customers to formulate functional yet sustainable solutions for all new and existing packaging applications. Whether you’re looking to achieve packaging with enhanced printability, increased surface strength and stability, more attractive color shades, stronger barrier protection or a better surface finish, our solutions span Paper & Board Packaging, Flexible Packaging and Tape & Label.

With Archroma Packaging Technologies you don’t need to compromise between performance, safety and sustainability.

Our approach to circularity and innovation

We don’t approach circularity in silo. We’re not about standalone innovation that might solve one problem while simultaneously creating another. Our integrated approach minimizes these risks and maximizes the potential for more sustainable outcomes for our customers, and the world.

At Archroma Packaging Technologies, driving the packaging industry towards a circular model is key to everything we do. And chemistry is the invisible but indispensable force behind it.

Sustainable chemistry drives the efficiency of recycling, enhances the quality of recycled materials, and ensures that packaging innovations are safe, functional and fit for a circular economy.

Circularity in practice

At the very start of the fiber journey, our chemistry optimizes the production process.

Preventing sticky deposits on machinery. Reducing equipment downtime, minimizing waste and improving yields.

This enables higher-quality fibers that can be reused multiple times.

At the papermaking stage, charge replenishers, crosslinkers and strength resins restore inherent fiber properties.

Regains virgin-like qualities.

Performs through multiple recycling loops.

At the converting stage we help to create packaging that balances sustainability and performance.

PFAS-free barriers. Oil-, grease- and water-resistant coatings make packaging safe for food applications without relying on harmful chemicals.

Packaging recycled into new fibers, closing the loop.

At the recycling stage, our chemistry enhances fiber recovery and reuse.

Repulping additives ensure fibers maintain structural integrity.

Improves yield and minimizes quality loss.

From the Blog

What Goes Into The Box - Chemistry's Fundamental Role in Sustainable Packaging

Without chemistry we wouldn’t have packaging at all — sustainable or otherwise. Yet, the role of chemistry in packaging is often unacknowledged, even by seasoned packaging professionals. This article explores the role of chemistry, both as an integral part of every package, and as the driving force behind true circularity in this sector.

Read the full article here