NatureWorks Ingeo 1102: A Biobased Coating for Paper Packaging

Industry Insights · Materials Innovation

NatureWorks introduces Ingeo 1102 as a plant-derived coating for paper and paperboard foodservice packaging. The article highlights how the inner coating affects both performance during use and treatment afterward.

According to NatureWorks, the material offers adhesion, heat sealability and melt strength for coating operations. These properties help converters produce functional paper-based foodservice items.

The manufacturer describes Ingeo 1102 as certified for industrial composting and states that Ingeo-coated paper products can enter paper recycling streams. These claims do not mean that every finished package is accepted by every local facility.

For packaging buyers, the example highlights the importance of assessing the paper and coating together. Product-specific testing, certification scope and local collection requirements help determine the appropriate disposal route.

Adapted from an article on NatureWorks’ official website. Read the original: Beyond the Cup: How Ingeo 1102 is Making Paper Coating a Recyclable and Compostable Reality →