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VaporCoat® recyclable water-based coatings confer high barrier properties to paper-based packaging and wraps. VaporCoat® hinders water vapor transmission so perishables stay fresh, frozen goods remain intact, and sensitive contents arrive in factory condition. For greater food safety and preservation, select VaporCoat® grades can also inhibit contaminants ordinarily found in recycled paper from migrating into packaged dry food. Learn more about VaporCoat »
A repulpable, printable, and cold set gluable coating optimized for water resistance. It also offers intermediate MVTR protection. Common uses include packaging for produce and meats, or anywhere packaged goods require protection from water or moisture vapor. It can be used alone as a single bump, or can be an ideal base coat for other barrier-enhancing Michelman coatings.
This product is used in many applications including the following:
These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.
Description: Water resistant coating.
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Technical Data Sheet: Click here to download a Technical Data Sheet PDF for VaporCoat® 501
Cincinnati, OH, USA (VAPCT501)
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