Mallard Creek Polymers (MCP) is committed to environmental stewardship by offering binders for water-based coatings as a compelling alternative to traditional plastic and PFAS-based materials in food packaging. With growing concerns about the environmental impact of single-use plastics and the potential health risks associated with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), MCP is taking a proactive step to address these issues. Water-based coatings present an innovative and eco-friendly solution that aligns with the company’s dedication to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

Tykote® is a family of styrene-butadiene, styrene-acrylic and all-acrylic polymer products that may be used as bases for compounded functional coatings. Barrier coatings formulated with Tykote® products are used in a variety of packaging applications to block the passage of substances, including moisture vapor, water, oils, and grease, under a variety of conditions and temperatures. The purpose of a functional coating is to provide protection, a longer shelf-life, and better product and package integrity.

The newest product, Tykote 6161, is an all-acrylic water-based emulsion developed specifically to provide high barriers to oil and grease both at room and elevated temperatures in food packaging while providing excellent water resistance properties. The key attributes are:

• Excellent oil and grease resistance
• Excellent water resistance leading to low Cobb results
• Broad global food contact compliance
• Good MVTR performance
• Heat sealable under certain conditions
• Can be applied by many coating methods
• Styrene free
• FDA 21 CFR 176.170 compliant without any restrictive limitations on food types or conditions of use
• Does not adversely impact the repulpability and recyclability of the paper and board

Source: Mallard Creek Polymers