FRANKLIN SQUARE, N.Y. - Jan. 14, 2021 - Texpak offers three different types of Avery Dennison's Ecotach™ fasteners that help brands and retailers achieve their sustainability goals. The choices range from biodegradable fasteners to recycled fasteners. All have been tested by independent 3rd party companies to validate Texpak's commitment to sustainability and so that you can select the right fastener for your sustainability journey.

Biodegradable (bio-PP) Fasteners

The bio-PP Fastener is made of a proprietary blend of polypropylene material specifically designed to biodegrade in less than a year once it is on soil, without leaving behind any harmful substances. The technology used results in no microplastics so that when a fastener degrades all that is left is carbon dioxide, water and microbes (biomass).

Recycled (rPET) Fasteners

These fasteners are made of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) and carry a "Recycled" logo molded into the paddle. Recycled (rPET) Fasteners contain at least 90% post-consumer waste (PCW) plastic from recycled bottles (rPET).The environmental benefits created by using these fasteners are substantial.

Recycled (rPA) Fasteners

These fasteners are made of recycled polyamide (rPA). The environmental benefit created by using at least 74% "post-consumer" waste from recycled carpets is significant.

Learn more: https://www.texpak.com/fasteners-and-fastening-tools/ecotach-fasteners/