Amcor launches recyclable flip-top closure for sauces, dressings

SWITZERLAND – Amcor has introduced the Moderna Flip Top tamper-evident closure, designed to provide a versatile and recyclable solution for vinegar, sauces and dressings while addressing consumer demand for convenience and sustainability.

The Moderna features a recycle-ready monomaterial one-piece construction, which can be recycled where appropriate collection facilities exist. 

Amcor noted that the lightweight design can assist companies in complying with plastic packaging regulations by lowering material usage. 

The closure’s single-material composition simplifies end-of-life processing compared with multi-material assemblies that require separation before recycling.

Tamper-Evident Seal Integrated Into Flip-Top Lid

According to the company, the inclusion of the tamper-evident system aims to improve product safety and integrity, with a visible seal confirming the product has not been previously opened. 

This safety feature is integrated within the flip-top lid, enabling one-handed actuation. 

Amcor highlighted that the tamper-evident tab can be captured within the closure body after opening, reducing the likelihood of it being lost in the waste stream or released into the environment. 

Tamper evidence is particularly important for food products distributed through retail and foodservice channels, where authenticity verification supports brand protection and consumer confidence.

Dispensing Options Cover Multiple Product Viscosities

For consumers, the Moderna Flip Top offers controlled pouring or dispensing of products.

The closure is engineered for a 29/21 neck finish and is available in 2 millimetre, 6 millimetre and multi-orifice sizes. 

This range accommodates products with varying viscosities, from thin vinegars to thicker dressings, without requiring separate closure designs. 

The Moderna includes a snap-on application ensuring a secure seal and integration with PET bottles, while the bore seal is designed to protect product freshness. 

The closure is available in a range of standard colours, allowing brands to tailor it to specific branding requirements.

Leadership Cites Functionality and Circular Economy Support

Matthias Hammersen, vice-president for sales at Amcor Global Rigids Packaging Solutions, said the company had created a lightweight design that combined functionality, customer convenience and recycle-readiness, supporting the circular economy while providing improved usability for a wide range of applications. 

Earlier this year, Amcor equipped Vöslauer Mineralwasser with a tethered cap for the Austrian water company’s bottles, designed to open at a wide angle and click into place to keep it away from the face. 

The company also partnered with Wattwiller, a French premium water brand, to introduce a lightweight, ergonomically designed closure supporting consumers with limited dexterity.

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