Recyclability of Fiber Based Products in North America

Presented by Shawn Mortimore, Western Michigan University

Sustainability considerations when designing packaging is now a driving force from Brand Owners and fiber based packaging has become more desirable due to the ability to recycle the fiber contents. Repupability and recyclability testing protocols have been established to certify if products are in fact recyclable. The protocol testing procedures and pass/fail requirements will be outlined and examples of current challenges will be discussed.