Berry Global launches a new recyclable 2cc lock

Jun 16, 2023

Berry Global has become one of the first packaging manufacturers to develop a recyclable lock-up 2cc dispenser. The new Berry Wave2cc, a product of the Company's B Circular range, was designed to meet current market demands for more sustainable packaging solutions, including popular pump formats that are widely used for a variety of personal care products including liquid soaps, body lotions, body milks, shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments.

The Berry Wave2cc is made from 100% polyolefin, with no metal parts, which makes the dispenser recyclable when paired with a PET bottle where appropriate facilities exist. This has gained the Wave2cc a RecyClass A rating. It will also be available containing up to 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) material [1].

"Circular innovation plays a fundamental role in delivering the sustainable and versatile dispensing solutions our customers demand. We are proud of our new Wave global platform. Our significant investment will sustain our global leadership in circular dispensers meeting local needs across our global manufacturing footprint," said Jean-Marc Galvez, President, Consumer Packaging International (CPI) Division at Berry Global.

A further advantage of the dispenser's innovative design is that Berry was able to reduce the number of components to just eight, compared to the 12 to 14 components that are typically found in other versions.

Alongside these improved sustainability benefits, the Berry Wave2cc offers high flexibility and adaptability for manufacturers. In particular, the robust design of the Wave2cc means it is able to handle even the most viscous formulations, such as hair conditioners, to ensure consistent, reliable and accurate dosing of all product types. The flexible design of the Wave2cc also means it can be adapted to different actuator styles and closure sizes. For brand owners, these benefits make the Wave2cc a real multifunctional solution, which can be used across their entire product ranges, thereby significantly simplifying supply chains and providing economies of scale.

It can also be noted that the Wave2cc's locking system has the ability to operate in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions. This provides added convenience for consumers while giving the dispenser greater flexibility in meeting the requirements of different filling lines.

Last but not least, for the growing personal care e-commerce market, the new Berry Wave2cc has achieved the ISTA6 certification [2] when combined with Berry's wide range of stock bottles in 200ml, 250ml, 500ml and 1 litre sizes.

The new dispenser will be available from the end of 2022.

The 2cc size is the first in Berry's new Wave atmospheric dispenser platform, with 3cc, 4cc and 0.25ml versions to be launched in the future. Berry expects to invest over $100 million in the coming years in manufacturing capabilities throughout its global operations in order to provide localised supply to meet the identified demand from both national and international customers.

"This significant investment in our new Wave platform demonstrates our global design and engineering expertise in the development of products that meet the latest consumer and market requirements. In particular, as part of our B Circular initiative, it underlines our commitment to create packaging solutions that maximise the many benefits of plastics while ensuring the packages can also play a valuable role in the circular economy. In this way, we help our customers to meet and exceed their sustainability goals," concluded Vincent Clauzel, Head of Berry CPI Care, responsible for the Dispensing, Closures and Healthcare markets.

Footnotes

[1] CleanStream PCR has been independently evaluated by US FDA, issuing a non-objection letter for food contact.

[2] ISTA 6-Amazon is the certified package program developed by Amazon and ISTA to address the risks of damage throughout the Amazon distribution channel – throughout the supply chain to the customer's door.

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