Emballator replaces carbon black in plastics

At Emballator, we are constantly striving to improve our sustainability efforts. One concrete example is our work to replace plastic materials containing carbon black with other pigment to increase recyclability. Plastic containing carbon black is difficult to detect by the near infrared sensors used in sorting facilities. This means that much of the carbon black plastics end up in incineration instead of being recycled.

A way to improve recyclability

The background to our decision to remove carbon black in plastic packaging is our desire to improve the recyclability of our products. By switching to other pigments, we have made it possible for our packaging to be correctly sorted and recycled, reducing the amount of plastic waste that ends up in incineration. This is an important part of our strategy to create a circular economy and reduce our carbon footprint.

By removing carbon black, we make it easier for our customers to increase recyclability of the packaging and strengthen their own sustainability efforts. This not only helps reduce their carbon footprint - it also reflects our shared commitment to increasing recyclability. In turn, it reinforces our brand and builds stronger, more trust-based relationships.

"By continuously improving our material and pigment choices, we strive to create packaging solutions that are recyclable without jeopardizing function."
 - Maria Edqvist Schultz, Head of Sustainability at Emballator Group.