Ahlstrom Introduces Recyclable Fiber-Based Transparent Tape Backing

Dec. 4, 2024 - Ahlstrom has launched MasterTape® Cristal, a paper-based transparent tape backing to reduce plastic waste and promote a more sustainable future.

According to the company, around 80% of the PSA (pressure-sensitive adhesive) packaging tape used in the world today is made of plastic. Ahlstrom's MasterTape Cristal is ideal for a wide range of applications and offers similar strength and transparency as traditional plastic tape. This innovative tape-backing solution is also recyclable¹ and suitable for compostability².

"We have developed a breakthrough product that enables the transition from plastic to paper, something that previously was not achieved for transparent materials," said Sebastien Ferrari, Product Manager at Ahlstrom's Tape business. "MasterTape Cristal is a great example of a solution that we have developed in cooperation with our customers to help them address the challenge of reducing overall climate impact and more specifically Scope 3 emissions."

¹ according to both EN13430 requirements and conditions and the CEPI Recyclability Laboratory Test Method Version 2 Rev. 08/2022-09-27.

² according to EN 13432.

Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. The company has three divisions: Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials.

SOURCE: Ahlstrom