Mondi has launched a new recyclable packaging solution for wet wipes that is designed for use across digital, flexo and rotogravure printing processes, offering brands and converters greater flexibility while supporting sustainability goals.

The company’s re/loop FlowWrap is a form-fill-and-seal (FFS) packaging solution made from mono-polypropylene (PP) that is intended to replace non-recyclable laminate structures used in applications requiring customised barrier properties, including baby care, cosmetics and household wipes.

Compatible with polypropylene mechanical recycling in line with Ceflex D4ACE guidelines, the film contains 35% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. Mondi said the solution can run on existing packaging lines, allowing manufacturers to transition without significant equipment changes.

According to the company, extensive internal testing and customer trials demonstrated performance comparable to virgin-material alternatives, including sealing reliability, barrier protection and machinability for wet wipes applications.

The launch comes ahead of new requirements under the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which from 1 January 2030 sets a target of 35% recycled content from post-consumer plastic waste for this category of plastic packaging. With 35% PCR content, Mondi said re/loop FlowWrap is positioned to support future compliance while maintaining product protection and production efficiency.

External trials conducted on IMA Ilapak equipment also confirmed the material’s ability to run at high production speeds for wet wipes packaging.

“With this launch, we show that wet wipes packaging can move towards circularity without sacrificing performance,” said Alessandro D’Agostino, business development manager home and personal care, Mondi Consumer Flexibles. “By combining a material designed for recycling with PCR content and excellent machinability, we help customers transition faster towards sustainable packaging solutions while maintaining operational efficiency.”

The company said the development reflects its ongoing focus on material innovation and collaboration with machine manufacturers and customers.