Designed with
the Planet
in Mind
At LAM’ON, we’re redefining laminating films and packaging with a new generation of materials based on biopolymers derived from renewable resources.
Our films and packaging solutions are 100% industrially compostable, certified to EN 13432 standards. In industrial composting conditions, they break down into carbon dioxide and water in under 12 weeks, leaving no microplastics or toxic residues behind.
To assess its environmental impact, LAM’ON commissioned uIMPACT to conduct an independent Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comparing PACK’ON Classic and PACK’ON Shrink to traditional PET and PP foils. uIMPACT specializes in sustainability assessments, providing data-driven insights to help organizations innovate and achieve their environmental goals.
Study Scope & Methodology
The LCA follows ISO 14040/14044 and EN 15804 standards, analyzing the environmental footprint of 1 kg of packaging foil across its full lifecycle (cradle-to-grave). The study considers raw material sourcing, production, distribution, and end-of-life scenarios, modelled under typical European conditions.
PACK’ON Classic
PACK’ON Classic significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to petroleum-based alternatives, with a total footprint of 1.682 kg CO₂e per kilogram – 59% lower than the traditional PP foil (3.690 kg CO₂e) and 59% lower than PET foil (4.076 kg CO₂e).
Its lower energy demand stems from PLA’s processing temperature (150–200°C), requiring less energy than PET and PP, which have higher melting points. End-of-life scenarios show composting as the most favourable, with net-zero emissions, while improper disposal, such as landfilling, increases its impact. Compared to PET and PP, PACK’ON Classic also reduces human toxicity exposure (by 54–59%), fossil resource demand (by up to 58%), and ozone depletion (by 59–67%).
PACK’ON Shrink
If packaging were a numbers game, PACK’ON Shrink would be winning by a landslide. With a carbon footprint of just 2.707 kg CO₂e, it leaves traditional plastics such as LDPE (3.573 kg CO₂e) and HDPE (3.064 kg CO₂e) in the dust.
End-of-life impact? Even at its worst (100% landfill), PACK’ON Shrink still holds its own at 1.345 kg CO₂e, while composting slashes emissions down to -0.072 kg CO₂e — yes, negative emissions.
The Big Picture
But sustainability isn’t our only focus. Our biopolymer films deliver exceptional optical clarity, strong adhesion, and high mechanical strength, performing on par with - and often better than - conventional petroleum-based plastics in high-speed and standard lamination and packaging processes.
Sustainability Starts at the Source
Traditional petroleum-based plastics are one of the most persistent pollutants, with over 14 million tons entering the oceans each year, breaking down into harmful microplastics that damage ecosystems and human health. The plastic industry is also a major contributor to climate change, responsible for 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, which could rise to 19% by 2040.
Traditional recycling systems fail to address the scale of the problem, with only 9% of plastic ever produced being recycled. Most petroleum-based plastics degrade during recycling, limiting reuse after just one or two cycles. Mechanical recycling often produces low-value products, perpetuating reliance on virgin fossil-based plastics. Contamination, poor sorting, and inadequate infrastructure further reduce recycling efficiency, underscoring the need for more sustainable solutions.
Traditional recycling systems fail to address the scale of the problem, with only 9% of plastic ever produced being recycled. Most petroleum-based plastics degrade during recycling, limiting reuse after just one or two cycles. Mechanical recycling often produces low-value products, perpetuating reliance on virgin fossil-based plastics. Contamination, poor sorting, and inadequate infrastructure further reduce recycling efficiency, underscoring the need for more sustainable solutions.
The Real Cost of Plastics
That’s where bioplastics step in. They offer a greener, more sustainable alternative to traditional plastics. Made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugarcane, they reduce dependence on fossil fuels and are designed to break down more quickly, unlike conventional plastics that linger for centuries in the environment. Bioplastics, such as PLA (Polylactic Acid), are not only biodegradable but can also be industrially composted, ensuring no harmful microplastics are left behind.
Because the Future Can’t Wait
At LAM’ON, we take this even further - our PLA-based laminating and packaging films are biosourced and compostable. That means they break down without leaving behind harmful microplastics. Our solutions require less energy to manufacture, reduce carbon footprints, and fit right into a circular economy. Sure, PLA has its challenges - heat resistance and industrial composting needs - but innovation is solving these fast.
At LAM’ON, we’re not replacing plastic - we’re upgrading it. Same functionality, less guilt, no fossil fuels. Because the future shouldn’t be wrapped in waste.
At LAM’ON, we’re not replacing plastic - we’re upgrading it. Same functionality, less guilt, no fossil fuels. Because the future shouldn’t be wrapped in waste.