US-based Twin Rivers Paper has launched Acadia Natural,a compostable and recyclable paper made from unbleached pulp,for use in food packaging.
According to the company,the packaging can be used for applications such as fast-food sandwich wraps,French fry and carry-out bags,and basket liners.
Acadia Natural,which is FDA-compliant for direct and indirect food contact,is being targeted towards quick serve restaurant(QSR),food service,and retail food applications,where high performance and sustainability are essential.
Twin Rivers Paper business development and marketing director Dave Deger said that Acadia Natural addresses the growing demand for natural alternatives for packaging papers and represents an ideal choice for companies looking to have their packaging reflect their own sustainability initiatives.
Twin Rivers Paper is an integrated specialty paper company that manufactures publishing,packaging and label products for targeted markets and applications.The company has operations in Maine and New Brunswick.
