“Sustainable Barrier Coatings Replacing Plastic Liners”
- A growing trend in the Global Rigid Paper Containers Market is the adoption of bio-based and recyclable barrier coatings as alternatives to plastic liners, driven by sustainability goals and regulatory pressure.
- For example, in 2024, Stora Enso expanded its production of dispersion-coated paperboard, eliminating the need for polyethylene (PE) films in food-grade packaging.
- Similarly, Mondi launched paper-based containers with water-based coatings offering grease and moisture resistance, aligning with EU directives on single-use plastics.
- These innovations support recyclability and compostability, making rigid paper containers more appealing for food, personal care, and pharmaceutical applications
