Ahlstrom pet food packaging papers are high-performance, fiber-based materials specifically developed for dry pet food applications. They are engineered to deliver a balanced combination of grease resistance, mechanical strength, and barrier performance required to protect product quality throughout filling, transport, and shelf life.
What is PawPrint® packaging?
PawPrint® is Ahlstrom’s dedicated portfolio of pet food packaging papers, developed to address the specific technical and sustainability challenges of the category.
The range includes tailored solutions for both inner and outer plies, enabling optimized bag constructions depending on product requirements such as fat content, pack size, and shelf-life expectations.
Are these papers safe for direct food contact?
Yes. PawPrint® papers are designed for direct food contact and comply with relevant regulatory frameworks, including FDA 21 CFR 176.170 and BfR Recommendation XXXVI.
Can PawPrint® papers replace plastic packaging?
PawPrint® papers can significantly reduce, and in some cases eliminate, the need for plastic in pet food packaging structures.
Depending on the required barrier performance and shelf-life targets, fully fiber-based solutions can be achieved, enabling compatibility with existing paper recycling streams.
What bag formats are supported by PawPrint® papers?
PawPrint® papers are compatible with a wide range of industrial bag formats commonly used in the pet food industry.
These include pinch bottom bags, SOS (self-opening square) bags, and multi-ply constructions, across various sizes and filling weights.
