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Moulded pulp types and construction processes

Moulded pulp packaging (also called moulded fibre packaging) is produced by forming a slurry of papermaking fibre — most commonly recycled paper, recycled cardboard, or virgin wood pulp — into a three-dimensional shape using a vacuum-forming mould. The resulting product is a rigid, lightweight packaging shape that can be produced in virtually any contoured form, making it ideal for product inserts, egg trays, bottle trays, food service containers, and protective packaging. The four main moulded pulp production processes are: thick-wall (Type 1) moulded pulp — an air-dried product with a rough surface texture on both inner and outer faces; the most economical process, used for standard egg trays, fruit trays, and industrial protective packaging. Transfer-moulded (Type 2) moulded pulp — a thinner-wall product formed on one mould and transferred to a second mould to dry, producing a smoother outer surface and better dimensional consistency; used for consumer electronic inserts, bottle trays, and commercial food service containers. Thermoformed (dry-pressed) pulp (Type 3 and Type 4) — the slurry-formed blank is pressed between heated metal moulds to produce a very smooth, dimensionally precise product with clean surface finish on both sides; suitable for premium food service containers, cosmetic inserts, and branded product packaging where aesthetics matter. Smooth-moulded (premium thermoformed) Type 4 is the premium variant, with the highest surface quality and print capability, used for premium cosmetic packaging and luxury product inserts as an alternative to EPS or plastics.

Moulded pulp types and construction processes

Frequently asked questions

Is moulded pulp packaging compostable or biodegradable?

Uncoated moulded pulp packaging made from natural plant fibre (recycled paper, bagasse, bamboo) is biodegradable and can be composted in home compost or industrial composting conditions. However, do not make compostable or biodegradable claims on packaging without certified evidence from the specific supplier for the specific product — claims must be substantiated by tests such as EN 13432 (industrial composting) or OK Compost Home (home composting) certification. Moulded pulp products with added waterproof coatings (e.g., PE or PLA lining for wet food applications) may not be compostable in home conditions — the coating must be verified. The UK Green Claims Code and EU Green Claims Directive both require that environmental claims are specific, accurate, and verified by evidence.

Can moulded pulp be used for hot food service containers?

Thermoformed (dry-pressed) moulded pulp containers made from bagasse or virgin pulp are widely used for hot food service applications including takeaway plates, bowls, and clamshell containers. They provide good thermal resistance up to approximately 120°C and can hold hot food for the period required for food service delivery. For wet or high-moisture food applications (soups, sauces, wet foods), the containers require a water-resistant coating or lining — available options include PE lining (which reduces composability), PLA lining (industrially compostable), and aqueous barrier coatings (water-based polymer coatings that can maintain paper fibre recyclability). Always test with your specific food product at your service temperature and hold time before committing to production volumes.

What is the difference between moulded pulp and EPS (styrofoam) for protective packaging?

Both moulded pulp and expanded polystyrene (EPS or 'styrofoam') are widely used for protective product inserts in transit packaging, but they have different properties and sustainability profiles. EPS provides excellent cushioning at very low weight and is resistant to moisture, but is difficult to recycle in standard streams and is banned from certain applications in some jurisdictions. Moulded pulp inserts are heavier than EPS for the same cushioning performance, biodegradable, and recyclable — and are increasingly used as a direct EPS replacement in electronics, appliance, and consumer product packaging as brand owners respond to single-use plastics regulations and consumer sustainability expectations. Thermoformed (Type 3/4) moulded pulp can achieve sufficient precision for electronics inserts previously produced in EPS.

Moulded Pulp Packaging Suppliers

Moulded pulp types and construction processes

Moulded Pulp Packaging Suppliers

Moulded pulp types and construction processes

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Frequently asked questions

Is moulded pulp packaging compostable or biodegradable?

Can moulded pulp be used for hot food service containers?

What is the difference between moulded pulp and EPS (styrofoam) for protective packaging?

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