Foodservice packaging

Foodservice packaging must deliver consistent performance across different temperatures, handling conditions and production environments. Materials need to support efficient forming, filling and converting, while providing the required barrier properties for each specific use.

Made from pure Nordic fresh wood fibre, Metsä Board’s lightweight paperboards support safe food contact, reliable production performance and consistent material quality from raw material to finished packaging.

Metsä Board’s paperboards are ideal for food packaging applications:

•    Hot and cold drink cups
•    Takeaway containers and trays
•    Plates, bowls and food‑to‑go packaging  

Why choose Metsä Board paperboards for food service packaging

1. Food safety and regulatory compliance

Fresh fibre paperboards are approved for direct food contact and aligned with relevant legislation. Comprehensive documentation helps customers assess materials efficiently, supporting compliance processes and reducing the need for additional testing.

2. Reliable performance in high‑volume production

Consistent material quality, high fibre strength and tight technical tolerances support smooth converting and stable runnability in demanding production environments. This consistency helps reduce variation, downtime and waste on fast-moving production lines and supports predictable output.

3. Fit for demanding food service end uses

Paperboards are suitable for a wide range of food service applications and conditions, including hot and cold use. Barrier properties, such as grease and moisture resistance, can be adapted to meet specific end‑use requirements.

4. Lightweight structure for material efficiency

A high stiffness‑to‑weight ratio enables efficient material use while maintaining packaging performance across applications.

5. Traceability and reliable supply

Full fibre traceability and a stable Nordic supply base support consistent quality and dependable supply for long‑term operations.

6. Technical support and co‑development

Metsä Board works closely with customers in material selection, testing and development to help ensure packaging performs as required in specific end‑use conditions.