Packaging
Packaging protects, transports and sells – and, now more than ever, is at the heart of the circular economy. Stricter legal requirements – such as those relating to recycled content targets and recyclability under European packaging regulations – rising raw material costs and the desire to use less material whilst maintaining the same level of protection are shaping the industry. Biesterfeld supplies packaging manufacturers and converters with the raw materials for flexible and rigid packaging made from plastic, paper and board.
Our strengths
Flexible and rigid packaging from a single source
For us, packaging is not a side issue: we specialise in flexible films, industrial packaging, labelling and rigid packaging for sectors such as food, personal care and cosmetics.
Focus on recyclability
We support you in transitioning to recyclable carrier materials (Design for Recycling) and in preparing the necessary documentation to ensure compliance with food contact regulations in accordance with European packaging directives.
Technical cooperation with machinery manufacturers
Material testing on existing production lines and our close collaboration with machine manufacturers help to introduce new materials quickly and without any production downtime.
Our portfolio
Our portfolio covers flexible packaging and films (single-use packaging) as well as industrial packaging, labelling and paper & board. In the field of rigid packaging (single-use), we supply manufacturers of food, personal care and cosmetics packaging – from polymer selection right through to the printed, finished container. Key areas of development include weight reduction, improved recyclability (design for recycling), bio-based alternatives to traditional plastics, and the shift from polymer-based to fibre-based solutions.
At the same time, barrier properties, printability and machine speeds must not be compromised – a balancing act that requires close technical collaboration between raw material suppliers, converters and brand owners. We provide support with material testing on existing production lines, the transition to recyclable substrates, and documentation for food contact compliance. Warehouses close to our customers and close collaboration with machinery manufacturers help to introduce new materials quickly and without production downtime.
As a distributor specialising in plastics and rubber – for applications such as seals and closure systems – we combine technical advice on manufacturing processes with regulatory expertise, for example on materials intended for food contact. Together with our global network of suppliers, we help our customers develop packaging that works, impresses and meets the growing sustainability requirements of brands, retailers and regulators.