LOTTE Chemical Launches Heat-Resistant Adhesive for Food Packaging
- LOTTE Chemical developed a heat-resistant adhesive for food packaging after three years of research.
- The adhesive bonds polypropylene (PP) and EVOH films, enhancing moisture and oxygen barriers.
- It is now supplied to instant rice container manufacturers after meeting quality standards.
- The material aims to reduce import dependence and expand in domestic and global markets.
Introduction
LOTTE Chemical has developed a new heat-resistant adhesive material for food packaging containers, now in commercial production. This innovation enhances interlayer adhesion in multilayer packaging sheets.
Material Properties
The adhesive effectively bonds polypropylene (PP) and ethylene-vinyl alcohol (EVOH) films, which typically do not adhere well. This improves moisture and oxygen blocking properties, contributing to food freshness and extended shelf life.
Applications
The material is suitable for microwaveable instant rice containers, retort foods, frozen foods, and other packaging requiring high-temperature sterilization. It has passed key quality evaluations, including safety, odor, and moldability.
Market Impact
By localizing production of this adhesive, LOTTE Chemical reduces import dependence. The company plans to expand its use in both domestic and global food packaging markets.
Source: LOTTE Chemical