Earthfirst Films, a leader in bio-material films, has announced the launch of Earthfirst Compostable Laminations, a breakthrough in sustainable packaging solutions. The introduction of these market-ready pre-laminations (pre-lams) offers enhanced performance, eco-friendliness, and faster commercialization for brands and manufacturers.
Pre-laminations (pre-lams) are multi-layered, pre-laminated films used across various industries for enhanced durability, barrier protection, and efficient production. Notably, pre-lams are used for food packaging, such as ready-to-eat frozen meals, retort packages, and flexible beverage pouches, but also in the pharmaceutical industry.
Earthfirst’s new unprinted, regenerative material pre-lams are engineered for high-barrier protection and are already in commercial use. Designed for surface digital printing, they allow printers to deliver high customization with low minimum order quantities, helping brands bring products to market more quickly.
The first product in this innovative lineup is Earthfirst® PouchReady Metallized film, a 4mil multi-layer structure designed for high strength and barrier protection, making it ideal for pouch applications. Additionally, it is zipper receptive, accommodating a wide range of product sizes and contents. More pre-lamination solutions targeting other market segments are expected to follow soon.
The launch addresses a key demand from small and medium-sized brands (SMBs) seeking proven sustainable materials with immediate availability. According to Kelly Williams, Lamination Division Managing Director, the new offering significantly reduces commercialization times, allowing brands to bring products to market faster.
“Digital printers benefit from immediate inventory and shorter lead times to their customers,” Williams explained. “This enables printers to focus on their core strength—printing—while co-packers and co-manufacturers gain from laminations tailored to their equipment.”
Earthfirst® emphasizes its commitment to sustainability by ensuring that these laminations are bio-based and derived from renewable raw materials. When composted, these packaging materials contribute to a circular economy, transforming waste into new products while enriching soil quality, supporting plant growth, and strengthening ecosystems. Unsurprisingly, the company received praise for its eco-friendly approach, and has been named the “#1 Sustainable Packaging Company” by the Tech News 180 website.
