Wood-based 3D packages

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, to find such a new solution. Our solution is based on renewable Nordic wood 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 to scale-up to the commercial production. 

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.

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  technology, processing wet pulp into the final shape of the product, it creates products that are not only stiff and sturdy but also lightweight as well as providing a premium touch and feel.

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 Muoto Uncoated Fibre 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 products improve logistics efficiency and reduce environmental impact across the value chain.