Paper straw solutions

Ahlstrom-Munksjö CelluStraw™ is a fiber-based solution made of renewable materials, specially designed to address emerging initiatives to phase out single-use plastic straws. Paper-based materials will enable key players of the food industry, such as fast-food chains, to demonstrate their high level of commitment to better protection of the environment, while continuing to offer a convenient drinking experience to consumers.

CelluStraw™ offering consists of specialty paper grades respectively developed for the inner and outer plies of paper straws.

Sustainable credentials

Renewable, biodegradable and safe for direct food contact, CelluStraw™ is a fiber-based solution for paper straws offering a sustainable alternative to non-renewable materials. CelluStraw™ is made of virgin fibers sourced from responsibly managed forests. CelluStraw™ papers carry BPI Compostability certification. 

High speed converting for straight and U-shaped straws

CelluStraw™ runs particularly well on high-speed converting machines. Its high wet-strength and mechanical resistance delivers good product integrity, ensuring paper straws remain in excellent condition once converted and will withstand in liquids for a sufficient time. 

The range encompasses Cellustraw™ for straight straws and now also includes CelluStraw™U for U-shaped straws.

The expanded offering provides the converting industry with an outstanding degree of folding flexibility for the technically challenging U-shaped design for aseptic beverage cartons packing machines.

A "Glocal" production approach

For the paper straw market, we operate a global technology platform with sites located in Europe and the United States.

This product and more participate in transitioning packaging ƒrom Plastic to Purpose. Learn more about our philosophy and our webinars regarding the possibility of fiber-based solutions here