A range of UPM’s recyclable packaging papers are now certified industrially compostable

Seven UPM packaging papers are now proven to be industrially compostable, marking another step on UPM Specialty Papers’ sustainability journey.

UPM Specialty Papers’ packaging materials are designed to be recycled into new paper products. In a perfect world, all paper would be recycled; however, when recycling is not an option, compostability of the packaging material gives an alternative to ensure a sustainable end of life of the packaging. Compostability is also one form of recycling, where organic material and minerals are returned to the soil.

Seven packaging papers have recently been certified as industrially compostable, according to the EN13432 standard:
*Barrier papers: UPM PregoTM, UPM AsendoTM
*Coated one side papers: UPM FlexPackTM, UPM UniquePackTM, UPM UniquePackTM Strong
*Specialty kraft papers: UPM SolideTM Lucent

The new compostability certification gives fibre-based packaging an edge compared to fossil-based packaging. While it is estimated that fossil-based materials typically take hundreds of years to decompose, fibre-based materials may turn into soil within weeks.

EN13432 standard requires that an industrially compostable material turns into fertile soil, biodegrades in less than 6 months, and disintegrates in less than 12 weeks in the temperature of 58°C ± 2°C.
more at: https://www.upm.com/about-us/for-media/releases/2022/12/a-range-of-upms-recyclable-packaging-papers-are-now-certified-industrially-compostable/

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