Mitsubishi HiTec Paper will present new and proven coated speciality papers at Labelexpo Europe 2023 in Brussels. Visitors can experience thermoscript thermal papers and jetscript inkjet papers for label applications as well as barricote barrier papers for flexible packaging of food and non-food at stand 6A09. Mitsubishi HiTec Paper is a German subsidiary of Mitsubishi Paper Mills Japan, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of specialty paper. It produces direct thermal, inkjet, carbonless and barrier papers for flexible packaging.
Thermoscript thermal papersÂ
Pure for Label is a new thermal paper without chemical developers for label applications. With a base weight of 67 gsm, the paper offers high dynamic sensitivity and maximum resistance to environmental influences. The printed image can be archived for 40 years, the company says.Â
The thermoscript LL 77 series consists of thermal papers for Linerless labels in grammages of 55, 69 and 77 gsm. The phenol-free papers offer maximum dynamic sensitivity and resistance to environmental influences. In addition, LL 77 thermal papers offer a special surface treatment for low silicone absorption. Â
Jetscript inkjet papers
The inkjet paper jetscript GS 1062 (97 gsm) offers a homogeneous semi-glossy surface and a high visual gloss. The special coated ink-receiving layer enables good color reproduction, and high color density even with dark shades, enabling photorealistic prints.Â
The premium matt-coated inkjet paper jetscript MH 7086L with 70 gsm is suitable for applications in the label sector as well as in the large format segment. The optimized ink-receiving layer and the homogeneous, even surface enable vivid, lifelike and brilliant colors – even with dark shades, the company says. The paper is also available as a heavier 90 g version. Â
Barricote barrier papersÂ
In the area of flexible food and non-food packaging, paper solutions are required to protect the packaged goods, the environment, and the consumer. Barricote barrier papers with combinable barriers against water vapor, grease/oil, oxygen/aroma, and mineral oil migration are paper-based and recyclable. The papers are 100% free of plastic films, extruded polymers, laminates, and fluorocarbons. Whether bags or wrapping papers, with Barricote Wrap and Liner as well as the new Pack 75, the packaged goods are safely protected, environment-friendly and sustainable, the company says.
