South Australian packaging solutions company Detpak is launching the Eco-Products range in South East Asia and the Middle East. Previously available only in Australia and New Zealand, this range includes compostable, no-added PFAS, sugarcane-based food service packaging such as plates, bowls, and containers.
Detpak’s expansion represents the largest introduction of compostable and no-added PFAS products to these markets. Keith Bishop, general manager of product and brand at Detpak, said the move will help meet growing demand for sustainable packaging.
“In South East Asia and the Middle East, consumers are increasingly concerned about food waste and packaging disposal, and are more conscious of composting and using products made from recycled content,” said Bishop. “By expanding our product range into these markets, we aim to create a more sustainable packaging industry through compostable and plant-based materials, like the no-added PFAS Vanguard range.”
Detpak launched the Vanguard range in late 2023, becoming the first Australian business to release a broad range of certified compostable, no-added PFAS plates, bowls, and containers made from renewable, moulded sugarcane fibre.
Ian Jacobson, president of Eco-Products, emphasised the importance of the partnership with Detpak. “Globally, both Eco-Products and Detpak are seeing similar legislative and consumer trends impacting the packaging landscape,” said Jacobson.
“We are excited to continue strengthening our partnership. Both businesses have a strong focus on delivering innovative and sustainable packaging solutions and have unmatched reach in identifying and commercialising new solutions that meet the elevated sustainability requirements of the global foodservice packaging marketplace.”
The Vanguard range uses a proprietary formulation to achieve grease resistance without relying on PFAS. All Eco-Products are certified compostable to one or more international standards, including AS 5810 for home compostability and BPI for commercial compostability.
Detpak has partnered with US-based Eco-Products since 2021.
