New solutions to replace single-use plastics are in high demand. The solutions sought for should be based on renewable raw materials, manufactured with minimal environmental footprint, and be recyclable. The new material should also be biodegradable, should it end up in nature.
Together with Valmet, Metsä Spring has initiated a development project that aims, in its first phase, to find such a new solution. Our solution is based on renewable Nordic wood and especially on the wood component known as cellulose fibre. After a successful pre-study phase, Metsä Spring and Valmet decided to initiate a joint demonstration phase. In the context of this phase, a greenfield demo plant has been built in Äänekoski, Finland, next to an existing Metsä Group factory. The demo plant was started up in May 2022 and it is now used to further study and develop the novel manufacturing technology and subsequently, also study and develop the new Muoto™ packaging products. In parallel to the development work based on the demo plant, Metsä Group is also already planning a first commercial Muoto factory to be located in Rauma, Finland.
Muoto – Shaped for Purpose
The word Muoto means “shape” in Finnish, embodying the core philosophy of our brand. At Muoto, shape goes beyond the physical concept – it is a reflection of our purpose, adaptability and innovation. Our high-quality packaging solutions are consciously engineered and designed to shape a more sustainable future by addressing the evolving needs of the food packaging industry.
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Muoto is natural white, multilayer structure food packaging product which is food safe and manufactured from renewable Nordic wood fibre material.
All our Muoto Uncoated Fibre products are made of Nordic wood fibre, built for professional food packaging conditions. Muoto products are made of locally sourced softwood and hardwood pulps manufactured from wood originating in Nordic forests. The forestry operations and pulp production are part of Metsä Group and tracing the Muoto products back to the forests is, thus, straight-forward.
Nordic wood fibre is a very strong and safe raw material with low variation in quality. When combined with innovative fibre technology, it creates products that are not only stiff and sturdy but also lightweight as well as providing a premium touch and feel.
Muoto products are manufactured at the demo plant inside the Metsä Group mill site in Äänekoski, Finland. The demo plant is a joint investment by Metsä Group’s innovation company Metsä Spring and Valmet. The production is an innovative 3D fibre technology of processing wet pulp into the final shape of the product.
Resource-efficient food packaging solution
Muoto is a resource-efficient, bio-based, packaging solution made from renewable wood fibre without any added PFAS. After use, Muoto products can be easily recycled with regular paper and cardboard. The Uncoated Muoto is also biodegradable under industrial composting conditions. The production process minimises waste by circulating water, process chemicals, and trim waste within the system, while seamlessly integrating the entire process into a single production line. Through comprehensive design and structure, the lightweight and stackable Muoto end products improve logistics efficiency and reduce environmental impact across the value chain.
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The pre-commercial sales phase of Muoto products has recently been launched. We are testing the products in various end uses in collaboration with our pilot customers to obtain feedback on the products’ technical and commercial feasibility.
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