VARNIPACK FoodGrade BioHybrid

FEATURES: Varnipack FoodGrade BioHybrid is a colorless, partially bio-based (40±2%) 1-component aqueous dispersion coating for carbon footprint reduction, thin film, with barrier functions, widely certified and suitable for direct and indirect food contact, according to the European Regulation EU 10/2011.  Food contact varnish with glossy-satin finish, formulated with modified acrylic copolymers, free of: Bisphenol A (BPA free), APEO, formaldehyde, phthalates, heavy metals, etc.

VarniPack FoodGrade BioHybrid is air-drying and/or forced temperature drying. Ideal balance of physico-chemical performance in its category:

• High resistance to moisture, water and grease.
• Very good chemical and physical resistance
• Balanced barrier functions in its category
• Excellent transfer, wetting and leveling.
• Excellent adhesion, resistance to dry and wet rubbing (SATRA), and compatibility with water-based and solvent-based printing inks.
• Good resistance to tack-blocking, with good static and dynamic COF coefficients of friction.
• Excellent gloss finish and transparency.
• Recyclable and repulpable.
• Low Voc, and low odor.
• Non-hazardous goods for use and transport by road, sea or air.
• Compatible with most containers, heat sealable, hot melt glues, recyclable, compostable and biodegradable packaging.
• With Food Contact Compliance Declaration

Bio-Based Technology: Varnipack FoodGrade BioHybrid has a content of 40±2% of bio-based solid coating material. According to the life cycle analysis, it presents a 39% reduction in its CO2 emissions compared to a similar conventional non-bio-based product (such as Varnipack FoodGrade), providing a relevant improvement of the carbon footprint in its category. External certification carried out by AIMPLAS within the framework of the official R&D&I project "BIO-HYBRID Food Contact Coatings" according to ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 methodolgy.

FIELDS OF USE: Mainly used in direct, indirect or occasional contact with food, in single or repeated use food packaging, especially for printed packaging made of MDF, paper and cardboard, even flexible, folding cartons, sandwich packs, labels, wooden packaging and other derivatives. Also, for the protection and varnishing of parts and surfaces of up to medium physicochemical stress of wood and wood derivatives, such as shelves, cooperage, etc. in the food industry and auxiliary health sectors, hospitals, clinics, in industry, civil works and public and private buildings in general.

APPLICATION METHODS: Compatible with most application methods for packaging, flexo and gravure printing, anilox rollers, curtain coating, blown-lip coating, industrial spraying and other systems compatible with aqueous dispersions, preferably with forced drying by hot air, infrared lamps or equivalent systems with heat to accelerate drying. Other sectors, with brush, roller, airless and air-mix equipment.

PERFORMANCE - CONSUMPTION in PACKAGING: In packaging, depending on the state, type of base and subsequent use are recommended between 12.5 and 25 ml / m² applied in thin layers.

PERFORMANCE - CONSUMPTION as Multipurpose varnish: For other open surfaces of the industry such as wood surfaces, derivatives and other compatible surfaces, depending on the absorption of the surface, it is recommended between 50 and 100 ml/m² applied in thin layers.

Product for professional use. For a correct application follow the instructions in the technical sheets, application guides and safety data sheets. In case of doubt, consult our technical service.