04 Apr 2022 --- Schur Flexibles has developed food-grade antibacterial coated films for packaging. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the demand for hygienic packaging and Schur Flexibles responded with a coating that reduces the bacteria present on packaging by 95% – applicable to a wide variety of packaging. The company says the varnish has been tested and confirmed safe for food packaging, including meat, dairy and fish, as well as cosmetics and more.Joanna Herbst, commercial product manager Converting at Schur Flexibles tells PackagingInsights: “Since the successful introduction of this solution, many of our customers are considering implementing it.”“Our customer DUDA, a well-established producer of meats and sausages, has successfully implemented it to prove its commitment to responsibility during the pandemic,” she adds.
