Paper, Printing, Plastic, and…Preservation? BBF Private Label Printing Provider Goes Green!

Sustainability. Global Warming. Recycle. These environmental buzz words fly with such frequency in contemporary vernacular that they often barely register. But here at BBF, they’re more than just buzz words. They are deeply interwoven into our company culture. In the last two years, BBF has introduced several innovative globally conscious product options into our suite of services: recycled plastic cards and eco-friendly labels.

In 2009 BBF launched a 50% recycled content PVC card for our plastic card division. Then, in 2010, the BBF label division added a couple of eco-friendly label options in the form of a new label substrate called PLA, or Polymerized Lactic Acid and various recycled paper substrate options. PLA is derived from plant based resin, usually from corn starch, that is compostable, biodegradable, recyclable, and petroleum free. While PLA is compostable and biodegradable in industrial composting conditions, companies can rest assured the labels will not degrade or disintegrate on shelves. In order to degrade, PLA must be exposed to temperatures greater than 140 degrees F and relative humidity greater than 90% for approximately 60 to 80 days.

There are many other packaging products currently on the market, including plastic bottles that are made using PLA. BBF’s PLA labels will provide those customers wishing to complete their product offering with a label that compliments their PLA or other eco-friendly ensemble. Whether a company wants environmentally friendly beverage labels, food labels, cosmetic labels, lotion labels, juice labels, jewelry labels, or nutraceutical labels, BBF can help!

These innovative and environmentally friendly products are just the beginning. According to Mike Barrett, VP of Business Development, “This is an ongoing process and we continue to look for new products and processes that support our sustainability efforts.”