{"id":8019,"date":"2025-07-03T06:23:44","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T10:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=8019"},"modified":"2025-07-03T06:23:44","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T10:23:44","slug":"flint-group-upgrades-italian-resin-plant-to-meet-nc-free-inks-demand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=8019","title":{"rendered":"Flint Group upgrades Italian resin plant to meet NC-free inks demand"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Flint Group has upgraded its resin manufacturing plant in Caronno, Italy, to meet the nitrocellulose (NC)-free inks demand in the flexible packaging business segment.<\/p>\n

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The facility, which has been operational for over three decades, produces more than 20,000 tonnes of resins each year.<\/p>\n

Flint Group said the upgrade substantially boosts the company\u2019s ability to manufacture critical resin intermediates for polyurethane- (PU) and acrylic-based inks, fortifying the company\u2019s vertically integrated supply chain and ensuring access to vital raw materials.<\/p>\n

The expansion improves the availability of Flint Group\u2019s PU-based VertixCode (flexographic) and MatrixCode (gravure) ink solutions.<\/p>\n

These product ranges enhance packaging recyclability by providing high chemical stability, ensuring compatibility with recycling processes, and supporting converters in complying with the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation.<\/p>\n

The project results in a 30% increase in production capacity, solidifying Flint Group\u2019s standing in the expanding PU inks market.<\/p>\n

The move also enhances molecular weight distribution through accurate dosing of raw materials and reagents, guaranteeing consistent, high-quality products.<\/p>\n

This investment is timely, as global NC supply faces growing constraints, largely due to the redirection of NC production towards military-grade materials, causing supply chain challenges, significant price rises, and uncertainty.<\/p>\n

Flint Group Europe Operations and Supply Chain executive vice-president Gonzalo Alas Pumarino said: \u201cFlint Group is committed to delivering market-leading PU solutions that align with the packaging industry\u2019s evolving needs and its transition towards more sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions.<\/p>\n

\u201cScaling up our NC-free resin production was a strategic investment for Flint Group to ensure our ability to provide a forward-looking alternative that mitigates dependence on nitrocellulose, ensuring greater long-term stability and sustainability for our customers.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis investment underscores Flint Group\u2019s dedication to innovation and environmental responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n

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