Mallard Creek Polymers Launches Acrylic WB Emulsion for Functional Barrier Coatings

Mallard Creek Polymers (MCP) is committed to environmental stewardship by providing water-based coating adhesives. It is a compelling alternative to traditional plastics and PFAS-based materials in food packaging.

MCP is taking proactive steps to address growing concerns about the impact of single-use plastics on the environment. It is also addressing potential health risks associated with PFAS.

Water-based coatings offer an innovative and environmentally friendly solution. It aligns with the company’s dedication to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

Tykote® 6161, the latest product suitable for food packaging, is a fully acrylic water-based emulsion. It has been specifically developed to provide a high barrier to oils and greases for food packaging at room and elevated temperatures. It exhibits excellent waterproof properties. The key attributes are:

-Excellent oil and grease resistance

-Excellent water resistance resulting in low Cobb results

-Extensive global food contact compliance

-Good MVTR performance

-Can be heat sealed under certain conditions

-Can be coated using a variety of coating methods

-Styrene free

-Complies with FDA 21 CFR 176.170 standards without any restrictions on food type or conditions of use

- Does not adversely affect the repulpability and recyclability of paper and board

Tykote® is a family of styrene-butadiene, styrene-acrylic and all-acrylic polymers. It can be used as the basis for composite functional coatings.

Barrier coatings formulated with Tykote® products can be used in a variety of packaging applications. It is to block the passage of matter. This includes moisture, water, oil and grease under various conditions and temperatures. The purpose of functional coatings is to provide protection. It also provides longer shelf life and better product and packaging integrity.

Mallard Creek Polymers and its subsidiary MCP Europe are committed to innovation in functional coatings. It is suitable for a wide range of market applications, including food and non-food packaging.