BERRY Global has announced it has developed a new lightweight tube closure solution.
The new Slimline range is said to deliver greenhouse gas savings compared to traditional caps through a lightweight and low-profile design.
The closures will be available in 35mm and 50mm diameters, each in matt and glossy surface finishes and with 3mm and 5mm orifices. The closures can be manufactured in virgin polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) or with food-safe post-consumer recycled plastic (rPE and rPP) from CleanStream, Berry’s internal, closed-loop recycling process.
“The tube market is seeing a greater pace of change currently as companies continue to look for more sustainable pack formats without compromising on aesthetics or performance,” said Thierry Bernet, VP circular economy and innovation for Berry Global CPI.
The Slimline design is suitable for a variety of personal care and pharmaceutical applications, such as skin care, body wash, and hair care, and is also described as compatible with the new generation of flat tube shoulders. Features include a wide opening angle, ‘comfortable’ finger recess, and active hinge for easy opening.
“Based on the latest advances in technology, the new Slimline range offers our customers an economically attractive solution whilst also supporting our customers to achieve, if not exceed, their sustainability targets,” added Steffen Kacan, regional sales director, personal care for Berry Global.
Closures will be available for production in early 2024.
