Large-scale Mass Production Of Water-based Barrier Technology Paper Machine Was Released Worldwide

Large-scale mass production of water-based barrier technology paper machine was released worldwide

On February 28, 2025, Zibo, Shandong Province witnessed a revolution in green packaging - the "World Premiere of Large-scale Mass Production of Water-based Barrier Technology Paper Machine" jointly sponsored by Sinar Mas Paper (APP), BASF and DBC was successfully held in Shandong Bohui Paper Base. This event marks the world's first large-scale mass production release of zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper, promoting the green transformation of the packaging industry.

Through the combination of new materials, new processes and new models, this innovative technology not only breaks through the technical bottleneck of replacing traditional polyethylene (PE) coated paper packaging, but also accelerates the upgrade to plastic-free, low-carbon, degradable and recyclable environmentally friendly paper packaging, supporting the realization of the strategic goals of "double carbon" and "plastic limit".

Strong commercialization momentum: more than 10,000 tons of zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper have been signed

The launch event attracted nearly 100 leading domestic food packaging supply chain companies. On the day of the event, more than 10,000 tons of zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper purchase intention was signed, laying a solid foundation for the global commercial mass production of this technology. As a global leader in the paper and chemical industry, the cooperation between Sinar Mas Paper, BASF and Dubaicheng in the Chinese market is the first to reflect the trust and investment determination of multinational companies in the Chinese market, and inject strong impetus into the green packaging industry.

Breaking through the technical bottleneck: the world's first water-based barrier food wrapper was unveiled

At the event, the organizer released the world's first zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper that is integrally molded by a modern high-speed paper machine. The product adopts the technology jointly developed by BASF's Joncryl® water-based barrier and environmental protection materials and Dubaicheng's Bioten™ water-based barrier adhesive, and realizes one-time molding on Shandong Bohui's modern high-speed papermaking equipment, breaking through the technical bottleneck of replacing traditional paper-plastic composite packaging. Through this technological innovation, the product can be directly used in disposable food containers such as paper cups and bowls without secondary coating processing, which greatly reduces production costs.

Zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper not only has plastic-free, recyclable, degradable, compostable and other environmental protection characteristics, but also has excellent performance in waterproof, oil-proof, heat-sealable, microwave heating and other properties, and has obtained a number of global authoritative certifications. This technology provides a new green and environmentally friendly packaging solution for coffee, new tea, takeaway tableware and other industries.

Industry leaders speak out: the green revolution has entered a breakthrough period of industrialization

During the day's event, a number of industry leaders delivered important speeches. Mr. Wang Lexiang, CEO of Sinar Mas Group's APP Global Paper Business Group, said: "The green revolution has entered a breakthrough period of industrialization, and enterprises should promote technological change from multiple dimensions such as carbon and plastic reduction, intelligent manufacturing and value chain co-construction. "

Dr. Jianfeng Lou, Chairman and President of BASF Greater China, emphasized: "Cooperation promotes innovation and innovation promotes development is the common belief of the industry. "

Mr. Lin Fanqiu, Chairman of Dubaicheng Group, pointed out: "Pragmatic innovation and win-win collaboration are the keys to promoting industrial development, and cross-enterprise collaborative innovation is an important foundation for this technological breakthrough. "

Green transformation: Provide innovative paths for plastic and carbon reduction, energy conservation and emission reduction

With the increasingly stringent global environmental protection policies, the large-scale mass production of water-based barrier technology provides a new path for green transformation in the field of food packaging. Experts pointed out that the global annual demand for functional paper with waterproof and oil-proof requirements is as high as 4.2 million tons, and the annual consumption of polyethylene-coated disposable paper cups alone exceeds 320 billion, and China is one of the largest consumer markets.

The large-scale mass production of zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper not only significantly reduces carbon emissions through recyclability (it is expected to achieve 68% emission reduction effect), but also effectively replaces plastic waterproof membranes with degradable properties, reduces microplastic pollution, and improves the safety and environmental protection of food packaging. With the help of Sinar Mas Paper's APP digital intelligent production technology, it will achieve greater optimization in production efficiency, product quality and cost of environmentally friendly products in the future.

Technical Analysis & Certification Interpretation

The zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food paper released this time uses BASF's Joncryl® water-based barrier environmentally friendly material combined with Dubaicheng's Bioten™ water-based barrier adhesive to successfully replace the traditional PE/PLA coating. This technological breakthrough allows products to be directly used in disposable food containers such as paper cups and bowls without the need for secondary coating processing, thereby reducing production costs and reducing carbon emissions.

The environmental performance of zero-plastic ™ water-based barrier food paper has received a number of international certifications to ensure that it meets global environmental standards:

Recyclability: Plastic-free ™ water-based barrier food wrappers meet international recycling standards and have a recycling rate of 98.8% according to the German Paper Institute (PTS). The paper can be recycled and reused in the papermaking process, supporting global environmental protection and resource recycling.
Degradable & Compostable: The product meets the German Rheinland Sapling Certification and Australian ABA Home Compost Certification, and meets the standards of industrial composting and home composting, ensuring its degradability in the natural environment and helping to reduce the environmental burden.
Plastic-free certification: Plastic-free ™ water-based barrier food paper has been certified plastic-free by Flustix, proving that it is completely plastic-free and complies with the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive (EU2019/904).
Food Contact Safety Certification: Zero plastic ™ water-based barrier food packaging paper has been certified by a number of food contact material regulations such as the US FDA, Germany BfR and China GB to ensure that it is safe and harmless to human health when it comes into direct contact with food.
High Temperature Resistance and Microwave Heating Certification: The product has passed the microwave heating resistance test (EN15284 standard), which proves that it does not release harmful substances during microwave heating and maintains good packaging performance. Its excellent high temperature resistance ensures the safety of the product in practical use.

Expert perspective: In-depth discussion on green packaging and responsibility

In addition, the event was guided and supported by many professional institutions, enterprises and institutions, and non-governmental organizations, including Shanghai Association of Foreign Investment, China Air Transport Association, Shanghai Food Contact Materials Association, Shanghai Institute of Quality Supervision and Inspection Technology, Institute of Circular Economy of Tongji University, Guangzhou Green Point Public Welfare and Environmental Protection Promotion Association, Shanghai Chengtou Environmental Resources Utilization Co., Ltd., Shanghai Yi Carbon Technology Co., Ltd., etc. The importance of green packaging and how companies can assume social responsibility in the process of promoting green transformation was further emphasized.

Industrial collaborative innovation: launch a collaborative innovation platform for green packaging products

The organizer and representatives of supply chain partners jointly launched the "Green Packaging Product Collaborative Innovation Platform", which aims to integrate global technical resources, promote the research and development and application of new materials, new processes and new models, promote the formulation of industry standards, and build a green supply chain ecology.

Industry benchmark: technological breakthroughs help achieve win-win goals

"The world premiere of mass production of water-based barrier technology paper machine" not only marks a technological breakthrough in the field of green packaging in China, but also a milestone in industrial collaboration and business model innovation. With the continuous promotion of "water-based barrier technology" and the expansion of commercial application, the green packaging industry will usher in broader development prospects in the future, helping to achieve the win-win goal of environmental protection and high-quality economic development.