Taghleef Industries has announced the launch of its latest product – SHAPE360 TDSW a high-performance floatable white polyolefin TD shrink sleeve label film. This new film delivers optimal opacity, by maintaining the crucial low density properties essential for recyclability, mirroring its clear counterpart, SHAPE360 TDS.

SHAPE360 TDSW enables the application of opaque white labels to clear PET bottles,
improving print quality with its glossy finish while still supporting the reuse of PET bottle
material in the bottle-to-bottle recycling.

A key feature of SHAPE360 TDSW is its inherent floatability, achieved through its low density. This characteristic facilitates efficient separation of polyolefin (PO) label flakes fromrigid PET bottle flakes during the recycling process, resulting in cleaner PET recyclate and a substantial reduction in plastic waste. Furthermore, the film is designed for high ink adhesion, preventing ink bleeding during recycling and ensuring optimal recyclate purity.

When used on PE containers, the labels and containers are part of a single PO compatible
recycling stream. Diana Dedeic, product manager at Taghleef Industries, says, “This new white polyolefin
shrink sleeve film represents a significant leap in labeling innovation. Building upon our
existing SHAPE360 portfolio, which includes clear options in 50, 45, and the recently added
42-micron thicknesses, this development underscores our dedication to fulfilling market
needs for diverse and thinner solutions optimized for recycling.”

All films within the SHAPE360 portfolio are designed to ensure industry-leading recyclability
standards, offering forward-thinking solutions for innovative and sustainable packaging
formats. Key Benefits include:

• Light Protection: Ideal for light-sensitive products like dairy foods and beverages
  made with natural ingredients.
• Floatable Film: Facilitates efficiency of clear PET recycling processes.
• Printing flexibility: Compatible with a wide range of printing techniques, in both
  conventional and digital methods.
• Shrink Performance: Provides a flexible solution for full-body labeling of various
  container shapes.
  This launch reinforces Taghleef Industries’ position as a leader in innovative and sustainable
  packaging solutions.