EcoFLO™
EcoFLO™ is a sustainably sourced biopolymer technology suitable for use in gel packs that need to meet the home market demand for an eco-responsible alternative to current acrylate-based gels.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Granules
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Food & Beverage Packaging
Product Families
- Biodegradable Polymers
Other characteristics
- Brand
- EcoFLO
- Labeling Claims
Acrylates-free, Biodegradable, Food Contact Acceptable, Non-GMO, Non-Toxic, Plant-Based, Sustainable; Acrylates-free; Biodegradable; Food Contact Acceptable; Non-GMO; Non-Toxic; Plant-Based; Sustainable
- Markets
- Printing & Packaging
- Storage
One year in closed containers/bags stored in dry conditions
- Chemistry
- Biodegradable polymer
- PACKAGING
- 25 kg poly bags and 1000kg super sacks
- Appearance
- Free-flowing fine granules
- Technology
- Plastics
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Material Features
- Compostable
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Free Flowing
- Good Thermal Stability
- Non Corrosive
- Non-Toxic
- Water Soluble
- HIGHLIGHTS
EcoFLO™ is 100% acrylate-free and does not contain any synthetic polymers. The unique EcoFLO™ provides a non-splashing fluid for efficient gel pack filling while maintaining thermal performance compared to traditional acrylate-based gel packs. It can be used as a direct replacement for acrylate-based gellants.. EcoFLO™ dissolves readily with excess water, alleviating concerns over disposal methods and environmental impact.
- Food Grade and Non-GMO
- Available
- Advantages and Benefits
- Biodegradable
- Sustainable sourced raw materials
- Readily dissolves in excess water
- Improved thermal performance vs DI water
- Non-toxic, non-corrosive
- Safe to Handle
- Certifications and Compliance
- FDA Compliant
- Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
Technical data
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2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Dose Rates | 0.2 - 0.6 | % |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 | — |
