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01 Basics
Introduction to lamination packaging
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02 Materials
Resin systems and barrier mechanisms
What is an EVOH barrier layer, and why does it block oxygen but fear moisture?
EVOH (ethylene-vinyl alcohol) is among the strongest oxygen barriers, but its performance …
Read article →PET, APET or CPET Film? A Lamination Guide for Molded-Fiber Food Trays
PET is a material family; APET, BOPET and CPET are different structure/crystallinity direc…
Read article →03 Process
Lamination flow, parameters and variables
04 Product & Mold Design
Tray structure and mold development
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05 Applications
Selection and validation per food category
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06 Performance & Testing
Test methods and performance metrics
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07 Sustainable Packaging
Compostability, recyclability and carbon footprint
Carbon Footprint Calculator for Laminated molded-fiber trays - stage subtotals and totals in real time
Enter product input weight, freight distance, film type, processing electricity, cargo wei…
Read article →How Much Will US EPR Packaging Fees Cost You? State Rates & Interactive Calculator
Fees are charged as unit weight × annual volume × state rate ($/lb), and harder-to-recycle…
Read article →08 FAQ & Troubleshooting
Direct answers to frequent questions
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09 Regulations
Food-contact and environmental rules in practice
Exporting laminated molded-fiber trays to the EU — which food-contact checks apply?
Three things matter: resin/film under (EU) 10/2011 and fiber side under applicable rules, …
Read article →US Duty Calculator (3-Country Comparison) - Thailand / China / India origin, HTS 4823.70.00
Switch origin between Thailand, China and India with one click and recalculate instantly a…
Read article →US Import Duty on Chinese Molded Pulp Products — HTS 4823.70.00 Interactive Calculator
The MFN base rate for HTS 4823.70.00 is Free, but stacked with the original Section 301 (2…
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