Acucote launches WOff wash off adhesive

Debonding occurs when the container is processed utilizing a water temperature of 88 degrees C (190 degrees Fahrenheit) or higher with an alkaline solution. This sink/float recycling process cleanly separates the label from the container and PET flakes.

‘Brand owners are requiring creative solutions to support sustainability goals,’ said Earl Curran, vice president business development at Acucote. ‘Our WOff adhesive was designed to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a circular economy through the separation of non-recyclable label materials. When used in combination with PET or glass containers, it provides a purer recovery through separation of the label from the container.’

WOff can be paired with 2.6 mil white, 2 mil clear and 2 mil metalized elite polypropylenes or polyester facestocks. To further reduce environmental impacts, WOff can be used with 0.92, 1.2 or 1.5 mil PET liners that are manufactured with up to 50 percent recycled content.

The new adhesive is recommended for beverage and household applications where the container will pass through its recycling stream and the PET flake process. It is APEO-free and offers clarity when used with clear films.