Upgraded CleanFlake™

Upgraded CleanFlake™: Label Repositionability Takes Packaging Sustainability to the Next Level

By Kejin Zhang, Sustainability Innovations Lead, ASEAN, Avery Dennison

Published on 14 June 2024


In the relentless pursuit of sustainability, following carbon-neutral and eco-friendly practices is more crucial than ever. Enter Avery Dennison's groundbreaking CleanFlake™ technology, a game-changer in the world of sustainable packaging. Lauded by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) and the esteemed AsiaStar Award, CleanFlake™ is setting the packaging industry abuzz with its latest innovative upgrade, exemplifying Avery Dennison's advocacy for packaging sustainability while committing to high-performance standards.

By now the industry is well aware of what truly sets CleanFlake™ apart — its exceptional ability to promote plastic circularity. This revolutionary technology ensures labels are seamlessly removed from PET containers during recycling, paving the way for a smoother waste recycling system that promotes reusability of materials.

That's not all. CleanFlake™ just got even better with its latest upgrade: repositionability. This remarkable feature is particularly sought after in the ASEAN countries where labeling machines are less advanced, making them more susceptible to mislabeling — a common occurrence during machine start-up when brand owners adjust the machine setting parameters. Label “Repositionability” addresses this challenge, enabling incorrectly placed labels to be easily and cleanly removed by hand within an 8-hour window, drastically reducing bottle and content wastage. It's a monumental leap in resource conservation and efficiency, reinforcing Avery Dennison's unwavering commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Moreover, by employing facestocks and liners crafted from recycled materials or those manufactured with fewer resources, all sourced from Avery Dennison’s Sustainable ADvantage range, it offers a fully sustainable label construction that helps lower carbon footprint. 

Seamlessly integrating into your existing value chain, CleanFlake™ eliminates the need for hefty investments to switch from traditional labels. For companies eager to make their mark in the green revolution, CleanFlake™ provides the perfect opportunity to incorporate reusability and recyclability into their packaging without sacrificing quality, performance, or aesthetics.

Products like CleanFlake™ play a vital role in today's packaging environment, particularly with ASEAN nations embracing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and eco-design rules, while the plastic circularity concept gains momentum. Brands must take proactive steps to comply with regulations and demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability.

Don't wait to embrace a greener future. If you haven't already, it's time to make Avery Dennison's CleanFlake™ a cornerstone of your eco-design packaging strategy today. Join us in reshaping the future of packaging. Learn more about CleanFlake™ and start your journey towards sustainability now.

About the author

As Avery Dennison's Sustainability Innovations Lead, Kejin spearheads sustainability efforts in the ASEAN region. With over 5 years in the pressure-sensitive label industry, she collaborates with brand owners on pioneering sustainable packaging solutions that align with their organizational goals and industry standards, shaping a more environmentally responsible future. Connect with Kejin on LinkedIn.

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