Irish paper-based packaging company Smurfit Kappa has developed a new solution that prevents flow of mineral oil hydrocarbons from packaging into food products.
The new Catcher Board MB12 creates a blocking mechanism across the whole surface area of the packaging even at the cut edges of board.
Made form natural ingredients, the Catcher Board MB12 adheres to Smurfit Kappa's sustainability standards and will be made available in white lined chipboard and solid board versions.
According to the company, the solution would comply with the new regulations Germany is planning to introduce that are expected to prohibit measurable migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons into food.
Smurfit Kappa spokesperson said the product looks, feels and reacts just like normal board during the manufacturing process.
"If European legislation relating to materials in contact with food is introduced, at Smurfit Kappa we believe we will be in a position to offer an innovative product to our customers that will meet new regulatory requirements," the spokesperson added.
The board also would allow customers to use the same packaging processes.
