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POP-EX-K11-064 Terminology and definitions to be used in the context of adhesives in the recycling of packaging.pdf

Uploaded 07 Oct 2024

Updated terminology and definitions of adhesives in the recycling of packaging

At the beginning of 2021, FEICA published a guide to align stakeholders on terminology and definitions to use for adhesives in plastic packaging recycling. This document has now been updated to also include paper packaging .

Several different stakeholders publish guidelines on recycling, including requirements for adhesives in recycling. Divergent terminology is used in these guidance papers, and this terminology also often differs from what is used in the adhesives industry and by users of adhesives.

In order to assist stakeholders in furthering a common understanding of adhesives and the requirements that are important for adhesives in recycling, FEICA published ‘Terminology and definitions to be used in the context of adhesives in the recycling of packaging’.

A common language and technically sound definitions will help to ensure a better understanding amongst stakeholders and an easier exchange of expertise.

Publication ref.: POP-EX-K11-064

#paper&packaging #recycling

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RAM-IN-M06-039 FEICA paper recyclability dossier final.pdf

Uploaded 07 Oct 2024

Adhesives in the context of paper and board recycling - state of play

Fibre-based products, in particular paper and board, play an important part in packaging and printing industries. In addition, their biobased origin and high recycling rates provide tangible sustainability benefits. Many fibre-based product designs, in particular in the area of packaging, would not be possible without adhesives, which are used in, for example, corrugation, bag and box making and labelling.

In this paper, the place of adhesives in paper recycling is outlined. Then, existing design guidelines for fibre-based products are viewed with regards to adhesives and the treatment of adhesives in test methods and assessment schemes is considered. FEICA’s recommendations on the way to approach adhesives in paper and fibre-based recycling are also presented.

Publication ref.: FPR-EX-M06-039

#paper&packaging

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RAM-EX-N02-002_AdhesivesPackagingRecycling_FAQ.pdf

Uploaded 07 Oct 2024

FAQ on Adhesives in Packaging Recycling

Given the significance of recycling within sustainable packaging practices, FEICA has compiled a list of frequently asked questions, offering additional insights on this subject and the role of adhesives in packaging recycling. The publication can be consulted here.

Publication ref.: RAM-EX-N02-002

#paper&packaging #recycling

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RAM-EX-N03-005_Laminating adhesives in the context of flexible plastic packaging recycling.pdf

Uploaded 07 Oct 2024

FEICA Report on Laminating Adhesives in Flexible Plastic Packaging Recycling

Flexible packaging offers lightweight and efficient protection for various products, ranging from food to consumer and industrial goods. Laminating adhesives are crucial in bonding both multi-material and mono-material flexible structures.

Given the significance of packaging recycling, FEICA has published a report that provides the current state of play of how laminating adhesives are reflected in design-for-recycling guidelines, as well as in sortability and recyclability testing for flexible plastic packaging. For detailed insights, please consult the full report here.

Publication ref.: RAM-EX-N03-005

#paper&packaging #recycling

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Laminating Adhesives in the context of Flexible Plastic Packaging Recycling.pdf

Uploaded 18 Apr 2024

FEICA Report on Laminating Adhesives in Flexible Plastic Packaging Recycling

Flexible packaging offers lightweight and efficient protection for various products, ranging from food to consumer and industrial goods. Laminating adhesives are crucial in bonding both multi-material and mono-material flexible structures.

Given the significance of packaging recycling, FEICA has published a report that provides the current state of play of how laminating adhesives are reflected in design-for-recycling guidelines, as well as in sortability and recyclability testing for flexible plastic packaging. For detailed insights, please consult the full report here.

Publication ref.: RAM-EX-N03-005

#paper&packaging #recycling

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Adhesives in Packaging Recycling FAQ.pdf

Uploaded 06 Mar 2024

FAQ on Adhesives in Packaging Recycling

Given the significance of recycling within sustainable packaging practices, FEICA has compiled a list of frequently asked questions, offering additional insights on this subject and the role of adhesives in packaging recycling. The publication can be consulted here.

Publication ref.: RAM-EX-N02-002

#paper&packaging #recycling

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Adhesives in the context of paper and board recycling – state of play.pdf

Uploaded 19 Jun 2023

Adhesives in the context of paper and board recycling - state of play

Fibre-based products, in particular paper and board, play an important part in packaging and printing industries. In addition, their biobased origin and high recycling rates provide tangible sustainability benefits. Many fibre-based product designs, in particular in the area of packaging, would not be possible without adhesives, which are used in, for example, corrugation, bag and box making and labelling.

In this paper, the place of adhesives in paper recycling is outlined. Then, existing design guidelines for fibre-based products are viewed with regards to adhesives and the treatment of adhesives in test methods and assessment schemes is considered. FEICA’s recommendations on the way to approach adhesives in paper and fibre-based recycling are also presented.

Publication ref.: FPR-EX-M06-039

#paper&packaging

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FEICA Guidance for evaluating the food contact status of adhesives containing mineral oil.pdf

Uploaded 24 May 2023

Updated FEICA guidance for evaluating the food contact status of adhesives containing mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOHs)

This guidance paper, published by the FEICA Paper & Packaging Working Group, aims at supporting adhesive producers and adhesive users in ensuring that the adhesive is safe in the intended application. It provides clarifications regarding assessing the risk of MOH migration from adhesives and, where testing is needed, performing the testing and evaluating the results. A decision tree is also included to help users evaluate adhesives for their intended application.

Publication ref.: GUP-EX-L06-035

#foodcontact #paper&packaging

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FEICA Guidance Paper 2023 - Migration testing of adhesives intended for food contact materials.pdf

Uploaded 11 May 2023

Migration testing of adhesives intended for food contact materials (2023)

This is an update of the FEICA Guidance Paper 2016. This guidance paper forms part of a package on migration testing of non-plastic food contact materials developed by several sector associations from the packaging supply chain.

The document outlines the specific guidelines for conformity testing of adhesives as components of food contact materials.

#foodcontact #paper&packaging

Publication ref.: GUP-EX-F03-010_v2

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Joint Industry statement on Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) Single Market Legal Basis.pdf

Uploaded 17 Apr 2023

Safeguarding the Internal Market Legal Basis of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) to obtain best possible outcomes

The joint paper, co-signed by FEICA, expresses concern about the potential erosion or split of the regulation’s legal basis as part of the co-decision process.

Publication ref.: COS-EX-M04-014

#paper&packaging #foodcontact

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