Ahlstrom’s microwave papers are your sustainable solution for the perfect pop. We’ve developed a specific range of packaging papers dedicated to microwave applications. Grease- and heat-resistant, our fiber-based materials are particularly well-suited for microwave popcorn bags.

Customize your microwave paper  

Our production platform for microwave popcorn papers can satisfy the needs of microwave packaging manufacturers across the globe who are searching for an efficient and sustainable alternative to non-renewable materials.

Available in a range of basis weights and oil/grease resistance levels for inner and outer plies, our papers provide the ultimate in form and function.

All our paper grades are available in TrulyNatural® or white finishes.

Our Microwave Papers offer excellent grease resistance and remain intact during the heating process:

  • Specifically designed with FluoroFree® technology to maximize oil and grease resistance without the use of PFAS.
  • The papers also have superior printing and converting properties that optimize throughput. 
  • Our paper withstands high temperatures; the packaging stays undamaged during the heating process and until the kernels pop. Our paper grades also offer high gluing aptitude to resist the popping force of corn in the microwave.
  • Ahlstrom Microwave Papers are available with OK compost HOME and OK compost INDUSTRIAL certification. This certification not only confirms that our grease-resistant papers can be composted at home and in an industrial facility, but it also facilitates the process of our customers who wish to obtain OK compost labels.

Benefits of microwave popcorn papers

  • Excellent heat and grease resistant

  • Good printability, gluing and converting abilities

  • Trouble-free runs on high-speed bag making machines

  • Our papers are food contact compliant, according to our FC Declaration of Compliance

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