Preferred Packaging unveils GreenStream fibre trays for eco-friendly meal solutions

USA – Preferred Packaging, a division of C-P Flexible Packaging, has launched its innovative GreenStream multi-compartment fibre trays. 

Designed for packaged meals, these trays offer a compostable and recyclable solution, aligning with global demands for environmentally responsible packaging. 

According to the company, the trays are crafted from bagasse plant fibres, a byproduct of sugarcane processing, and are produced without generating wastewater, ensuring a low environmental footprint.

The GreenStream trays are engineered for versatility, being microwave-safe, freezer-safe, and ovenable. 

They feature a peelable liner with a tab for easy removal, which simplifies composting or recycling by minimizing food residue. 

The trays are free from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), offering strength, oil resistance, and moisture resistance without leaks or discoloration. 

“GreenStream fibre trays give prepared meals a sustainable packaging upgrade without sacrificing performance,” said Chadd Floria, General Manager of Preferred Packaging, in a statement. 

“We engineered our fibre trays to provide brands with an economical solution that reduces environmental impact and complies with evolving packaging regulations.”

The trays’ surface is compatible with Preferred Packaging’s Affirm recyclable and compostable lidding films, as well as other lidding options, enhancing their adaptability for various meal types.

In 2023, Preferred Packaging partnered with Northwest Frozen to introduce extended shelf-life refrigerated meals using Affirm’s proprietary multilayer lidding film. 

This film, designed to create a low-oxygen atmosphere, preserves food quality and is peelable, eliminating the need for cutting tools. 

It is also suitable for high-pressure pasteurization processes, making it ideal for fresh foods.

A report by industry experts highlights the growing eco-friendly food packaging market, projected to grow at a 7.6% CAGR from 2025 to 2030, driven by consumer demand and regulatory pressures like extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws. 

In related news, recent developments in the sustainable packaging sector indicate a broader shift toward PFAS-free materials. 

For instance, major retailers like Woolworths in Australia have adopted similar bagasse-based, PFAS-free trays for bakery and produce items, certified for home composting.

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