Biodegradable zipper hits centre stage

Zip-Pak will feature a new line of degradable zippers at the upcoming Anuga Food Tec exhibition this April in Cologne.

With tougher recycling regulations in force throughout the EU, food processors are under pressure to use more environmentally-friendly packaging.

Zip-Pak said its biodegradable zipper allows film and bag converters to produce packaging that can help them meet the requirements with the convenience of a press-to-close format for easy storage.

Brand owners can now specify zippered degradable packaging for food products such as produce, nuts, breads and cheeses.