Henkel announced that it has been recognized by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for meeting the highest criteria for recyclability according to the APR Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability for five TECHNOMELT^® labeling products. The products include TECHNOMELT EM 115™, TECHNOMELT EM 377™, TECHNOMELT EM 310™, TECHNOMELT EM 598™ RE, and TECHNOMELT EM 386™ RE.

APR Design for Recyclability Recognition provides independent validation that a package or packaging component is compatible with the North American recycling system. This process confirms the product meets the highest criteria for plastics recyclability according to the APR Design Guide.

"We are proud of the strides we continue to make in packaging and labeling adhesives to drive more sustainable solutions for our customers, the industry and consumers," said Jean-Philippe Caye, vice president of North America’s Consumer Goods Adhesive business. "Henkel’s labeling products provide a variety of options to aid in PET (polyethylene terephthalate) recycling for containers and help our packaging and consumer goods customers meet their own sustainability commitments."

"APR congratulates Henkel for taking action to improve the recyclability of their packaging adhesives and receive APR Design Recognition," said Steve Alexander, APR president and CEO. "Recyclable packaging means less waste, more efficient use of limited natural resources, and more high-quality post-consumer resin (PCR) for new products."

Hot melt labeling adhesives are used in a variety of packaging and container applications across fast moving consumer goods products. Henkel reports that its portfolio of TECHNOMELT EM labeling adhesives assure reliable, sustainable bonding and secure label application. TECHNOMELT adhesives offer reliability, quality, and proven results across a variety of applications. The product portfolio includes bio-based formulations, as well as innovative solutions like wash-off features to support a circular economy. 

To learn more about Henkel’s sustainable solutions, visit henkel-northamerica.com/sustainability. Additional information about Henkel is available at www.henkel.com. 

* TECHNOMELT is a registered trademark of Henkel and/or its affiliates in the United States, Germany, and elsewhere.

* APR DESIGN is a trademark of the Association of Plastic Recyclers Inc.