Power Adhesives has announced the launch of its biodegradable hot melt adhesive, said to be a ‘world first’ and designed for use by carton, corrugated packaging, point of sale (POS) converters and contract packers.
The adhesive is apparently certified to break down completely in the presence of oxygen, leaving behind only non-harmful products and no microplastics. Power Adhesives says its tecbond 2014B is manufactured with 44% bio-based materials and certified to ASTM D6400 and EN13432, the EU standard that sets out the requirements for compostable and biodegradable products.
Available globally, the company states that tecbond 214B offers the same performance characteristics as standard tecbond, with a high level of tack and fast setting speed providing an ‘almost instant’ bond once applied and compressed, aiming to enable companies to improve efficiency in packing procedures, workflow and output.
Power Adhesives adds that Tecbond 214B is indirect food contact approved and able to be utilized in all areas of the food packaging process, from wrap-around cartons and boxes to shipping packaging.
Brendan Colgan, chief executive officer at Power Adhesives, said: “This is an exciting time for the packaging industry. All players in the supply chain are working hard to drive sustainable products and processes into the market to support brands and consumers, and this is truly a groundbreaking moment for the packaging adhesives sector.”
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