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Recycle-friendly labels
January 30, 2014
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Recyclable-friendly labels
Three label constructions have met the protocol requirements of the Assn. of Post-consumer Plastic Recyclers (APR) for the recycling of PET thermoformed containers. The constructions are (1) 54# semi-gloss paper with AT-1 adhesive, (2) 2.0 mil clear BOPP film with S2001 adhesive and (3) 2.6 mil white BOPP film with S490 adhesive. The APR protocol was designed to improve recycling efficiencies and the quality of post-consumer plastics. The new protocol evaluates thermoform labels and adhesives to help advance greater recyclability by identifying pressure-sensitive laminates that satisfy the need to adhere and be removed prior to recycling, the company states.
Avery Dennison, 440-534-4846.
www.averydennison.com
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