A significant step forward in sustainable packaging comes from the collaboration between Metpack, a Turkish extrusion coating specialist, and BASF, a global leader in biopolymers. The two companies have developed a home-compostable coated paper for food applications, combining high functionality with a strong environmental profile.
The product, known as Ezycompost, features a coating made from BASF’s ecovio® 70 PS14H6, a biopolymer certified home-compostable under EN 13432 and the world’s most stringent AS 5810 standard. Thanks to its excellent barrier properties against liquids, fats and mineral oils, and heat resistance up to 100°C, Ezycompost offers a reliable solution for cups, trays and containers suitable for microwaving or freezing.
Compared to PLA coatings, Ezycompost enables higher processing speeds, a 40% thinner coating, and compatibility with standard converting lines, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative to polyethylene (PE). The material does not adhere to chill rolls, requires no adhesives, and offers excellent sealing and printing performance.
With Ezycompost, we deliver the best of both worlds to the food industry: strength and certified home compostability, allowing brands to lower their environmental impact without compromising on quality,
said Sühan Gürer, Vice President of Sales and New Project Development at Metpack.
Ecovio® is also available in a biomass balanced (BMB) grade, where 100% of the fossil-based feedstock is replaced at the start of production with waste-derived biomass. This version offers a 25% lower product carbon footprint (PCF) compared to the standard grade, without altering performance or certifications.
According to BASF, home compostability promotes organic recycling, enabling the return of nutrients to soil and reducing food waste and plastic pollution. Ecovio® is also compatible with paper recycling systems, contributing to the avoidance of persistent microplastics in the environment.
With this innovation, Metpack and BASF address the growing market and regulatory demand for sustainable, high-performance packaging in the food sector, helping brands achieve their environmental goals while delivering value to consumers.
