The new range consists of custom-printed ovenable/microwaveable bags and films, including self-seal and heat-seal cooking bags, stand-up pouches
Sirane has debuted ovenable films and pouches printed with sustainable water-based inks. (Credit: Sirane Limited)
UK-based packaging development-to-manufacture company Sirane has introduced a range of ovenable films and pouches printed with sustainable water-based inks.
The new range, touted to be the first in the world, consists of custom-printed ovenable/microwaveable bags and films, including self-seal and heat-seal cooking bags, and stand-up pouches.
According to the firm, the new range provides consumers with a technique to print with water-based inks that have been approved for usage at high temperatures in order to lessen environmental impact.
SIRANE commercial and business development director Peter Ralten said: “Consumer demand for ovenable convenience is growing rapidly and it is essential food cooked in plastic packaging, a very popular way of cooking, is safe.
“It is great that we have been able to reduce the environmental impact of these products.”
The packaging firm said that the products are successfully tested by Smithers for ovenable food safety performance up to 220°C (430°F) that are printed and laminated with water-based inks and adhesives.
The range of ovenable films and pouches adhere to packaging regulations set forth by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Union (EU).
As per the firm, the packaging has been designed and printed using new inks, print, and lamination procedures, including Sirane’s Amethyst print technology.
The Amethyst technology provides high print definition, enhanced image clarity, and greater densities with no plate costs.
Additionally, the range uses a water-based ink printing system to reduce the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted during production.
The water-based adhesives do not include the ingredients that are typically found in solvent-based adhesives, reducing exposure to carcinogens, Sirane added.
Utilising materials with post-consumer recycled (PCR) content can further increase eco-credentials; all materials with 30% or more PCR content are free from the UK plastic tax.
These water-based ink-printed, oven-safe fabrics come in reel form, flat bags/pouches, and stand-up pouches to cook fish, meat, poultry, and vegetables, at higher temperatures.
Peter added: “We believe this is a world first as a laminate, printed with water-based inks and using water-based adhesives, which has been approved for oven use.”