Global packaging developer and manufacturer TIPA has launched a first-of-its-kind fully compostable coffee capsule lid, in collaboration with technology innovation company ATI.
The lidding material, patent-protected by ATI, fits all compostable coffee capsules and coffee filling lines. Additionally, the material is suitable for all capsule variations, including the Nespresso system.
Previously, the coffee industry struggled to develop an effective eco-friendly lid. However, with TIPA’s solution, issues such as poor sealing properties, delamination, inconsistent flow, and materials migrating into the coffee are addressed.
Moreover, the new lid is plant-based and certified by OK Biobased in their official laboratories, achieving the highest accreditation of 4 stars – ensuring the carbon content of the product is at least 80 percent, derived from renewable raw materials.
These fully compostable lids can be disposed of in food waste bins, aligning with the UK’s Plastics Pact and the upcoming EU packaging regulation (PPWR). Additionally, this compostable lidding material can be optimized alongside the coffee grind, ensuring the highest extraction quality.
The use of TIPA’s groundbreaking, high-barrier laminate allows the lid to compost into nutrient-rich soil within a few months, at the end of its life. This innovation is a significant development in the world of sustainable at-home coffee making.
Furthermore, a recent study from Wageningen University and Research (WUR) found that compostable coffee capsules are the most sustainable option for single-serve coffee units. This research emphasizes the importance of compostable coffee packaging in the industry.
Daphna Nissenbaum, TIPA’s CEO and Co-Founder, stated: “Within this collaboration with ATI, TIPA has delivered a superior solution to the coffee market. The compostable coffee capsule lids ensure that there is a fully compostable and circular solution for coffee lovers, whilst giving brands eco-friendly solutions developed by experts.”
Mark Klep, ATI’s CEO and Founder, highlighted the milestone for sustainability in the coffee industry, achieved through the development of the patented coffee capsule lidding material.
TIPA’s commitment to ending the plastic crisis is evident in its focus on creating fully compostable packaging across all food and fashion products. The availability of the new lid in the UK, Europe, and the USA signifies a step toward widespread adoption of sustainable packaging.
