WE ARE PULPEX
FAQ's
Who is Pulpex?
Pulpex is a new packaging technology company with a single-minded mission to deliver sustainability through renewable packaging.
What is the Pulpex technology?
Pulpex is a patented, first-of-its-kind pulp packaging solution that uses technical innovation to deliver much-needed and highly anticipated eco-packaging category change.
How are the bottles manufactured?
The bottles are formed by pressurising pulp in moulds using highly advanced technology. The pulp containers are then cured in microwave ovens before being sprayed internally with specialised coatings designed to be compatible with the products they are holding.
What kind of pulp do you use?
Pulpex bottles are made from sustainably sourced wood pulp that is PEFC-accredited and FSC-certified. Pulpex holds both PEFC and FSC Chain of Custody certifications and has an exclusive. partnership with Stora Enso, a leading global provider of renewable packaging solutions, to provide formed fiber material for Pulpex bottles. At the moment, recycled pulp cannot be used for food and beverage products due to food safety regulations.
How do I recycle a Pulpex bottle?
Pulpex packaging is designed to be recycled the same way you would normally recycle paper/card. In the event any Pulpex bottles are not recycled or correctly disposed of, they will degrade readily in the natural environment.
What is the bottle closure (top) made of?
Pulpex packaging is designed to work with existing closures. Brands have a choice of materials to make these closures from, depending on their needs.
Do you use PFAS's in your packaging?
No. We don't currently use Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl (PFA) chemicals in our packaging.
Can you hot-fill the bottles?
At the moment, the bottles only support cold-filling bottling lines. We are working on a hot-fill version.
Can you fill the bottle with carbonated liquids like soda, fizzy water or beer?
Pulpex bottles are currently designed for still liquids only. We are working on a version suitable for carbonated beverages.
Have you done a Life Cycle Analysis on Pulpex packaging?
Life Cycle Analysis has to be performed in the context of the full product being manufactured. Broadly, we know that Pulpex bottles have a lower carbon footprint (90% less than glass and 30% less than PET). Made with natural materials from renewable sources, they degrade readily in the natural environment.
Can I invest in Pulpex?
Pulpex is fully backed by its current investors and not seeking investments from individuals. We have no current plans to sell shares or for an IPO in the foreseeable future.
Can you make a custom bottle for me?
At the moment, Pulpex is working with its consortium partners to develop bottles in shapes suitable for their brands. When bottle manufacturers begin to produce bottles, they will be able to produce different custom bottle shapes based on our proprietary, patented technology.
Can I make Pulpex bottles?
Pulpex has begun conversations with parties exploring the idea of manufacturing Pulpex bottles using our proprietary, patented technology. If interested, please email partners@pulpex.com and we will be in touch in due course.
Can I have a sample?
Samples are currently only available to our consortium partners. In time, samples will become more broadly available from companies that manufacture Pulpex bottles.
Can I distribute Pulpex bottles?
Pulpex will be licensing its proprietary, patented technology to bottle manufacturers in different countries. These bottle manufacturers will determine how bottles will be distributed.
Where can I buy a Pulpex bottle?
Pulpex bottles will launch during 2022 in bespoke brands sold by our corporate partners. Our partners currently include Diageo, PepsiCo, Unilever, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Castrol and The Estée Lauder Companies. In time, Pulpex packaging will be more broadly available.
Can I order some bottles?
At the moment, Pulpex is working with its consortium partners to develop bottles in shapes suitable for their brands. When bottle manufacturers begin to produce bottles, they will be able to produce certain standard bottle shapes which will be available for sale at the minimum order quantities and prices they set.