Nova and Pregis Collaborate to Deliver Sustainable Food Packaging

Pregis Pouch Made Using NOVA Chemicals rPE

NOVA Chemicals Corporation (“NOVA Chemicals”), a global manufacturer of polyethylene resins, and Pregis, a manufacturer of flexible and protective packaging, are collaborating to deliver high performing sustainable packaging solutions for food applications that are used in stand-up pouches (SUPs), fitmented pouches, and lay-flat bags. 

The resin to be used in this collaboration is NOVA Chemicals’ recycled polyethylene, SYNDIGO™ rPE-0860-FC resin. It leverages state-of-the-art production technology and is a low-carbon solution allowing for superior performance ideally suited for food packaging applications. Excellent printability and clarity are achieved in the final product because of the outstanding aesthetic features.

Through its efforts in lightweighting and advanced film technologies, Pregis has been a key driver in leading the circular economy for plastics. The company focuses on sustainable innovation and has made significant investments in custom equipment, technical resources, and processes. These investments further enhance its capabilities to provide circular flexible packaging for the market.

NOVA Chemicals is focused on applying its food safety and regulatory knowledge to recycled polyethylene. This results in an approach that goes beyond the FDA-LNO (letter of non-objection) and demonstrates NOVA Chemicals’ capabilities. Working together, the companies have co-developed high-performing product packaging that explores optimal recycled content incorporation.