Emballator’s transition to phthalate-free sealant compounds.

Posted 2025-02-11

At Emballator, we provide more sustainable packaging solutions to our customers. As part of this commitment, we are delighted to announce a significant change in our product line: the transition to phthalate-free lid sealant compounds.

Why the change

For many years, we have used Henkel’s PVC sealant Darex COV 53 for our lids due to its low permeability, high elasticity, and excellent adhesion to tinplate lids. However, the presence of phthalates in COV 53 has been a concern. Phthalates, commonly used as softeners in plastics, can interfere with the hormone system and pose environmental risks.

Our new phthalate-free solution

In collaboration with Henkel, we have developed a new PVC sealant compound, Darex COV 73, which is free of phthalates and meets the same performance standards as COV 53. Together, we conducted rigorous chemical and physical tests to confirm that Darex COV 73 meets all necessary requirements, including UN standards. The results show that the new phthalate-free compound performs as well as its predecessor.

This change is a crucial step in our journey towards more sustainable packaging. We are pleased to see our suppliers supporting this initiative through innovative product development.

We will provide more detailed information, including a timeline for the phase-out of COV 53 and the phase-in of COV 73. Stay tuned for updates.

At Emballator, we believe that sustainable practices are essential for the future of our planet and our industry. We look forward to continuing to provide you with safe, high-quality, and environmentally friendly packaging solutions.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information.

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