Plastic packaging has a reputation for being highly flammable, making it an unpopular choice for packaging in certain industries. Nonetheless, the flame resistance of plastic packaging can be enhanced through specialised production formulations. For instance, oven bags, a type of food packaging commonly found in households, possess greater heat resistance than conventional plastic bags and can endure  temperatures as high as 200°C without igniting or melting, therefore ensuring safety in food preparation.

The high flammability of plastic poses a significant risk when used as a packaging material in construction insulation industry. However, at Mert Polimer, thanks to our cutting-edge technology and expertise, we were able to help one of our valued customers, a leading player in Turkey’s fire insulation industry, to achieve the EU B Grade flame resistance** status for all building materials except floor coverings.

Before working with us, our customer was only able to obtain this status by using packaging materials sourced from the Netherlands. However, our fire-resistant packaging has allowed them to source 100% of their production from Turkey, thereby improving the sustainability of their supply chain.

As Mert Polimer, we are proud to have contributed to our country’s gross national product while also making our customer’s supply chain more sustainable.

**EU B Grade flame resistance for building materials is a classification given in accordance with Construction Products Directive (Council Directive 89/106/EEC). This classification indicates the level of resistance of building materials to fire. B Grade Fire Resistance for all building materials except floor coverings refers to materials that meet the Class C criteria for fire resistance, but are able to withstand more stringent conditions. The specific criteria for achieving B Grade Fire Resistance for building materials include a minimum smoke production, maximum flame spread rate, and the absence of flaming droplets or debris. Building materials that meet these criteria are considered to have a relatively high level of fire resistance and are suitable for use in various construction applications. (TS EN 13501-1 Annex A, section A.4.2)