Circular Economy for food benefits: Taghleef Industries’ sustainable packaging solutions 

Today, sustainability is an unavoidable priority, especially in the food sector. The Circular Economy emerges as a virtuous model that aims to reduce waste, optimize resource use, and promote the regeneration of natural systems. In this context, Taghleef Industries stands out for its commitment to offering sustainable packaging solutions that support and enhance Circular Economy principles in the food industry. 

Principles of circular economy in food packaging 

The circular economy is based on three basic pillars: 

• Waste and pollution elimination: designing products and processes that prevent waste generation and reduce harmful emissions. 

• Retention of products and materials in use: extend the useful life of products through reuse, repair and recycling, maintaining the value of materials for as long as possible. 

• Regeneration of natural systems: returning more to the soil and ecosystems than is taken from them, promoting biodiversity and environmental health. 

In the context of food packaging, these principles translate into the creation of solutions that not only protect and preserve food but are also designed to be recycled or composted, reducing the overall environmental impact. 

Innovative materials for sustainable food packaging 

Taghleef Industries has developed a range of advanced films that embody the principles of the circular economy: 

• EXTENDO®: a range of high-performance barrier films that protect food from oxygen and moisture, extending the shelf-life of products and reducing food waste. These films are designed to be recyclable, facilitating the reintegration of materials into the production cycle. 

• NATIVIA®: biodegradable and biobased films that offer a sustainable alternative to traditional packaging, contributing to waste reduction and replacing fossil-based plastics  

• reLIFE™: films made from post-consumer recycled polypropylene that combine sustainability and high performance, supporting the circular economy through the use of recycled materials. 

Reducing food waste through smart packaging solutions 

Effective packaging plays a crucial role in preventing food waste. By protecting products from contamination, spoilage, and physical damage, Taghleef Industries’ packaging helps maintain the freshness and quality of food for longer. For example, EXTENDO® barrier films prevent the penetration of oxygen and moisture, the main culprits of food spoilage, thus extending the shelf life of products.  

Taghleef’s coated flexible packaging films offer improved sealing, slip, barrier, optical performance and processing properties. They offer excellent aroma and mineral oil barrier properties, a superior barrier to oxygen and water vapor, and are potentially PVdC-free.

From waste to resources: Upcycling in the food industry 

Upcycling represents a process through which waste materials or unwanted products are transformed into new products of higher quality or environmental value. Taghleef Industries embraces this concept through the use of recycled materials and the design of packaging that can be easily recycled . The reLIFE™ line is a concrete example of this, as it employs post-consumer recycled polypropylene to produce new films, reducing the demand for virgin raw materials and decreasing the overall environmental impact. 

This approach not only contributes to waste reduction but also promotes a culture of environmental responsibility and sustainable innovation in industry. Working with partners throughout the supply chain, Taghleef Industries facilitates the creation of packaging solutions that enhance the value of waste materials, transforming them into useful resources and contributing to closing the material loop. 

Taghleef Industries’ role in promoting circular food packaging systems 

Taghleef Industries is actively engaged in promoting circular food systems through several initiatives: 

• Continuous innovation: investing in research and development to create materials and packaging solutions that are increasingly sustainable and in line with circular economy principles. 

• Collaboration along the supply chain: working closely with food manufacturers, distributors and retailers to develop packaging that meets the functional and environmental needs of all stakeholders. 

• Education and outreach: promoting awareness of the importance of sustainable packaging and providing reDESIGN service to its customers to facilitate the transition to more sustainable and easily recyclable packaging solutions. Through seminars, consulting and communication initiatives, the company is committed to spread awareness about the importance of the circular economy in the food industry, sponsoring events and contributing its expertise to the evolution of packaging and label development. 

Taghleef Industries is one of the industry’s most trusted voices and sets a benchmark for the industry, demonstrating how performance, food safety and sustainability can be combined. Through innovative materials, smart packaging solutions, and a circularity-based approach, the company is actively contributing to food waste reduction and resource optimization. The future of food packaging is through the adoption of increasingly sustainable solutions, and Taghleef Industries is ready to lead this transformation with expertise and strategic vision.