ProAmpac upgrades fiber-based range with recyclable pouches

ProAmpac has expanded its ProActive Recyclable RP-2000 High Barrier Series, to include a curbside recyclable, fiber-based packaging solution. The expansion aims to support the fiberization trend and the transition away from conventional non-recyclable high-barrier multilayer structures, such as paper and foil, paper and metalized PET, and film laminations. 

Hesam Tabatabaei, chief technology officer at ProAmpac, says: “Supporting the growing fiberization of packaging movement, and as adoption of fiber-based structures accelerates, it is critical that ProAmpac continues to expand the functional performance envelope of paper-based materials.” 

“These technologies enable brands to transition to curbside recyclable packaging while maintaining required barrier properties, package integrity, and filling-line efficiency.” 

According to ProAmpac, the RP-2000 expansion offers oxygen and moisture barriers, making it suited for sensitive dry food products such as oatmeal, granola, cereal, spices, snacks, dried fruits, and nuts.

Flexible formats

The expanded range is available in different pouch formats and rollstock. It offers durability and flex-crack resistance. It is also said to maintain barrier properties during handling and folding. 

Moreover, ProAmpac says the RP-2000 High Barrier Series has printing capabilities, enabling brands to create designs on natural kraft, bleached, or clay-coated paper.

Adam Edinger, global innovation engineer for ProAmpac, says: “RP-2000 High Barrier platform was created to give brands a drop-in curbside recyclable solution with minimum adjustment on filling lines and has successfully trialed on a super high-speed HFFS line running up to 900 packs per minute.” 

“It delivers dependable performance in a fiber-based format that aligns with today’s expectations.” 

Recently, Packaging Insights spoke to the global packaging manufacturer to discuss the latest developments and factors driving recyclability. According to an expert at ProAmpac, paper-based monomaterial packaging and AI-assisted waste processing are central to ensuring recyclability and regulatory compliance.

Last year, ProAmpac acquired TC Transcontinental Packaging for US$1.51 billion, and the bag converting operations of International Paper, expanding the flexible packaging company’s converting capabilities.