Soar toward a greener future with Vireo sustainable coating solutions

Versatile, fiber-forward solutions engineered to help brands reduce single-use plastics without compromising package performance.

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PFAS-FreeFDA CompliantRenewableRepulpableRecyclable

A total sustainable solution

The Vireo Solution

Paper plus printing plus coatings becomes packaged products

Paper + Printing + Coatings = A sustainable solution for packaged products

Built for a circular future

A total sustainable solution for paper, print & packaging

From specialized barrier coatings and a global paper network to turnkey eco-friendly packaging, Vireo provides flexible solutions that help reduce single-use plastics.

Vireo can replace petroleum-based materials such as paraffin wax in sandwich wrap or polyethylene-coated paper stock in hot and cold cups. Solutions can be tailored to be renewable, repulpable and/or recyclable.

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Protection with purpose

Breaking barriers sustainably

Vireo coatings offer high-performance barriers, multiple protection levels and the protective properties expected from multilayer films—while supporting a more circular packaging future.

All Vireo coatings are PFAS-Free and FDA compliant according to applicable sections of Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Solutions can also be plastic free as defined by Directive (EU) 2019/904.

Flexible by design

Diverse substrates. Custom branding.

The exclusive Vireo process can coat substrates from lightweight 9.5 lb/17 GSM tissue up to 28 pt/500 GSM paperboard. Coatings can be printed on or applied over-print, keeping your brand experience intact.

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Advanced paper performance

Barrier solutions tailored to the job

Protect products, strengthen paper performance and build a more sustainable packaging experience with coating chemistry matched to your application.

Abrasion Resistance

Maintain the appearance and durability of surfaces in demanding environments.

Electronics · Eyewear · Appliances

Heat Seal

Replace traditional polyethylene and cold or hot glues with reliable heat-seal technology.

Retail packaging · Tube stock · Form/fill/seal pouches

Oil & Grease Resistance

Protect fiber-based packaging while eliminating petroleum wax and intentionally added PFAS.

Bakery boxes · Sandwich wrap · Carryout containers

Moisture Vapor Barrier

Help prevent moisture intrusion that can compromise package and product integrity.

Dry goods · Pet food · Ream wrap · Soap boxes

Water Resistance

Repel water effectively while keeping fiber-based packaging at the center of the solution.

Hot and cold cups · Ice cream · Soup cups · Mailers

Sustainability in our fiber

Redefining paper for a greener tomorrow

As a Pro-Con solution, Vireo is backed by a company built around paper and committed to keeping fiber in a circular economy. Pro-Con returns more than 24,000 tons of paper annually for production of new paper and packaging products.

That commitment extends across FSC®, SFI® and PEFC certifications, efficient converting operations and a nationwide supply chain designed to bring production closer to the market.

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Let's build a better package.

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