Overview
Chemline Global leads the way in sustainable packaging innovation with a new generation of barrier coatings and cup stock adhesive systems designed for the global paper packaging industry. As brands transition away from plastic laminations, Chemline’s water-based and bio-based barrier coatings offer a high-performance, eco-friendly alternative that ensures moisture, grease, and heat resistance without compromising recyclability.
Developed through extensive R&D and field-tested with leading paper converters, our barrier coatings are specifically designed for paper cups, food containers, and wrapping papers, offering excellent surface protection, print compatibility, and sealing performance. Each formulation is crafted to meet the demands of modern converting lines and stringent environmental regulations, enabling packaging manufacturers to achieve performance, compliance, and sustainability in one solution.
Product Categories
Water-Based Barrier Coatings
Our water-based barrier coatings deliver exceptional resistance to moisture, grease, and oil, replacing traditional polyethylene or wax-based coatings. Designed for food-safe packaging applications, they ensure clean processing and easy recyclability.
Key Features:
- Excellent water, oil, and grease resistance
- Printable surface finish compatible with offset and flexo inks
- Heat-sealable and repulpable for sustainable packaging
- Low odor, food-grade, and compliant with FDA & EU norms
Applications:
Food wraps, cupstocks, takeaway boxes, and paper trays.
Cup Stock Adhesives
Chemline’s cup stock adhesive systems are formulated to deliver strong, consistent sealing performance during cup manufacturing. They ensure high-speed machinability, clean running, and leak-proof seams, making them ideal for both cold and hot beverage cups.
Key Features:
- Excellent fiber-tear strength and quick setting
- Strong bond on coated and uncoated boards
- Heat-sealable, flexible, and waterproof formulation
- Suitable for automatic high-speed paper cup lines
Applications:
Single and double-wall paper cups and coated board packaging.
Specialty Barrier Coatings for Functional Packaging
Our specialty coatings provide customized functionality such as anti-grease, moisture, and oxygen barrier properties for specific packaging needs. These coatings can be tailored to different substrates and end-use environments.
Key Features:
- Excellent barrier performance under diverse humidity conditions
- Compatible with printing and converting operations
- Available in both glossy and matte finishes
- Safe for direct food contact applications
Applications:
Food cartons, bakery boxes, sandwich wraps, and paper-based flexible packaging.
Heat-Seal & Hybrid Coatings
Chemline also offers advanced heat-sealable hybrid barrier coatings that combine the performance of polymer films with the sustainability of paper substrates. These hybrid systems eliminate the need for additional lamination layers, reducing material usage and improving recyclability.
Key Features:
- Excellent sealing strength and adhesion balance
- No plastic film lamination required
- High-temperature stability and grease resistance
- 100% recyclable and compostable formulation
Applications:
Cupstock coating, folding cartons, food service boards, and flexible paper packaging.
Chemline Coating Technologies for Paper Packaging
Chemline’s barrier coating technologies are developed through extensive R&D and pilot-scale validation. Our formulations utilize polymer dispersions, bio-based polymers, and hybrid waterborne systems designed to meet specific packaging requirements.
| Coating Type | Ideal For | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Water-Based Barrier Coatings | Cupstock & food wraps | Moisture and grease resistance, recyclable |
| Hybrid Barrier Coatings | High-end packaging | Enhanced sealing strength, glossy finish |
| Heat-Sealable Coatings | Paper cups & trays | Instant sealing, plastic-free |
| Bio-Based Coatings | Eco packaging | Compostable, food-safe, and odorless |
Performance Advantages
Excellent moisture, grease, and oil resistance
For food-safe applications
High sealing performance
For paper cups and containers
Heat-resistant and water-repellent
For both hot and cold beverages
Printable and recyclable coatings
That replace plastic laminations
100% compostable, repulpable, and eco-friendly formulations
Meeting global sustainability standards
Custom coating solutions
Developed by Chemline's in-house R&D experts
Application Industries
Chemline’s speciality hotmelts are used across:
- Food and beverage packaging
- Paper cup manufacturing
- Quick service restaurant (QSR) packaging
- FMCG and take-away food brands
- Eco-friendly and compostable packaging producers
- Specialty paper and coating converters
Quality Assurance
All Chemline barrier coatings and adhesives are manufactured under ISO-certified environments and tested for coating uniformity, sealing performance, and migration compliance. Our quality control process includes evaluations for Cobb value, kit rating, heat seal strength, and repulpability, ensuring global-grade consistency and safety.
Sustainability & Compliance
Chemline Global’s barrier coating range embodies our vision for sustainable chemistry. We use low-VOC, solvent-free, and bio-based raw materials that reduce carbon footprint and enable true circular packaging. All formulations comply with FDA 176.170 & 176.180 standards, as well as EU Framework Regulation 1935/2004 for food-contact materials.
Why Choose Chemline Global
With over three decades of experience in adhesive and coating innovation, Chemline Global has become a trusted partner for sustainable packaging manufacturers worldwide. Our barrier coatings and cup stock adhesives combine performance, safety, and environmental responsibility — empowering brands to meet both regulatory and consumer.
Interactive Product Selector
We specialize in paper cup manufacturing, food wraps, and takeaway boxes designed for modern eco-friendly packaging needs. Our solutions include oil and grease-resistant packaging, compostable and fully recyclable materials, and heat-sealable cupstock applications that ensure durability, safety, and sustainability for a wide range of industries.
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