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.
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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 |