- Mitsubishi Chemical developed a technology to coat paper with SoarnoL™ for gas barrier and oil resistance.
- The technology surpasses PFAS-based materials in oil resistance, even at high temperatures.
- MCC aims for adoption by fiscal year 2026, with assessments from customers underway.
- The technology will be exhibited at the New Functional Materials EXPO 2026 in Tokyo.
Technology Development
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) has developed a new technology to coat paper substrates with SoarnoL™ resin, enhancing gas barrier properties and oil resistance. This innovation is particularly relevant for food packaging applications.
SoarnoL™ Properties
SoarnoL™ is an ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH) known for its high gas barrier performance, oil resistance, and transparency. It is used in food packaging materials to help preserve food flavor and quality, thus reducing food loss.
PFAS-Free Solution
The new technology offers oil resistance that surpasses PFAS-based materials, even under high temperatures and folding conditions. This makes it a viable alternative as global regulations on PFAS tighten.
Future Plans
MCC plans to seek assessments from customers and aims for adoption of this technology by fiscal year 2026. The technology will be showcased at the New Functional Materials EXPO 2026 in Tokyo.
