M&H Plastics launches antimicrobial label

With increased levels of interest in the health and hygiene arena, UK-based M&H Plastics has announced that its new antimicrobial product is now available with antimicrobial labels.

The antimicrobial additive helps stop the spread of infection and is clinically proven to be effective across a wide range of bacteria including MRSA, E. Coli, Salmonella and Listeria. It works by adding ionic silver which inhibits fungal growth and kills over 99.99 percent of bacteria within 24 hours, and is effective over the lifetime of the product. It is food-safe, has no effect on the product contents and is widely used in the NHS where it is accepted as one of the most effective antimicrobial additives. It can be used in the manufacture of bottles and jars and is available in SAN, PP, PET and HDPE.

As well as developing antimicrobial bottles and jars, M&H has worked closely with Royston Labels, a UK-based converter, to develop antimicrobial labels to further help combat the growth and spread of bacteria. The labels, which are available in both clear and white, include active antimicrobial technology in the form ionic silver in the face material. Ionic silver is a natural compound which is 99 percent effective in limiting the growth of bacteria.

Simon Chidgey, sales and marketing director of M&H Plastics, said: ‘M&H is delighted to have worked in partnership with Royston Labels to bring this new product to market providing a clinically-proven point of difference. The product is ideal for a wide range of cosmetic, toiletries and personal care products – in fact any market sector where a bacteria-free environment is important.’

Paul Clayton, managing director of Royston Labels, said: ‘Following well publicized health scares resulting from the spread of deadly bacteria, there is now a much greater awareness of the importance of good hygiene. The development of products which are effective in preventing the growth and spread of these high risk bacteria can only help improve hygiene, particularly in those areas which are more at risk from the spread of infection.’

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