NTIC's Natur-Tec Selected for IFPA Packaging Innovation Program
Natur-Tec, a business unit of Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC), has been selected for the 2026 International Fresh Produce Association’s Packaging Innovation Program. This program, backed by a $5 million investment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, aims to accelerate packaging solutions that extend shelf life, reduce food waste, and meet global regulations. Natur-Tec's project will focus on commercializing PFAS- and PVDC-free compostable barrier laminates for moisture and oxygen-sensitive items, addressing urgent packaging challenges for U.S. specialty crop exporters.
Key Highlights
- Natur-Tec, an NTIC unit, selected for IFPA's 2026 Packaging Innovation Program.
- Program supported by a $5 million investment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- Focus on accelerating packaging solutions to extend shelf life and reduce food waste.
- Natur-Tec to commercialize PFAS- and PVDC-free compostable barrier laminates.
- Solutions designed for moisture and oxygen-sensitive items like dried fruits and tree nuts.
- Addresses increasing packaging regulations in key export markets including EU and Canada.
- Partnership provides direct access to industry leaders, market readiness, and regulatory guidance.
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