Barrier
Technology
Delivering Strong, Reliable & Durable Packaging for Full-Product Protection.
Our wide variety of barrier technologies ensures products have durable, reliable packaging while minimizing chemical egress. Plastipak containers protect sensitive products while sealing in flavors—ensuring our customers’ products are both fresh and great tasting.
Industries
- Alcohol
- Automotive, Industrial & Agricultural
- Carbonates
- Dairy
- Food
- Juice
Benefits
PROTECT YOUR PRODUCTS
• Nutrients
• Flavor
• Color
• Shelf-life
TYPES OF BARRIER TECHNOLOGIES
PET Monolayer:
• DiamondClear™
• MonoBlox
PET Multilayer:
• Multiblox
• Oxbar
HDPE:
• 4 Layers with Nylon
• 6 Layers with EVOH
PP:
• 6 Layers with EVOH
Our Proprietary Technologies
High-Performance Protection that’s Designed for Recycling
O2Blox™ is Plastipak’s nylon-free PET oxygen barrier technology, engineered to protect oxygen-sensitive products while supporting the integrity of the recycling stream. Recognized by APR for Design for Plastics Recyclability and Critical Guidance Program, O2Blox™ delivers dependable barrier performance without compromising recyclability. It is designed to work within existing clear/light blue PET recycling systems and supports circular economy goals across food and beverage applications.
Key Benefits
- Nylon-free PET Oxygen Barrier Technology
- Recognized by APR for Design for Plastics Recyclability
- Designed for compatibility with existing PET recycling systems
- Supports up to 100% rPET
- Delivers Barrier performance without disrupting the recycling stream
Keeping Products Fresh
DiamondClear™ redefines barrier technology with exceptional clarity, a durable monolayer structure, extended shelf life and significant transport cost savings compared to glass alternatives. A monolayer structure eliminates potential aesthetic and performance issues while providing brilliant clarity to showcase the product.
Key Benefits
- Oxygen scavenger
- Exceptional clarity
- FDA Approved
Protecting Dairy Products
Dairy products benefit from Plastipak’s LactoEclipse™ barrier technology with a range of monolayer and multilayer options to protect against light and oxygen ingress.
Key Benefits
- Fresh or filtered milk
- Extended shelf-life milk
- UHT milk
- Yogurt
- Fermented milk drinks
- Cream