It was initially used for the completely recyclable stand-up pouch from the German manufacturer of cleaning agents. According to the company, this is the first flexible packaging that achieved Cradle-to-Cradle certification for its recyclability and circularity and thereby achieved gold status in all categories. One component was the development of sustainable inks on self-adhesive labels and on films for pouches. According to Werner & Mertz, the technology fits into the certified environmentally friendly concept of the packaging and the sustainability strategy of the company. It is said to be used now by the manufacturer in other projects. Further information …