Procter & Gamble

Last updated January 21, 2026

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Machine direction oriented polymer laminates: Procter & GambleRecent Research Landscape

The engineering of polymer chain alignment through Machine Direction Orientation (MDO) within paper-based structures. This controls gas permeability and mechanical toughness to enable recyclability without sacrificing barrier performance.

What technical problems is Procter & Gamble addressing in Machine direction oriented polymer laminates?

Material recyclability incompatibility

(26)evidences

Standard flexible packaging often combines incompatible materials that prevent recycling streams. Solving this allows for circular economy compliance while maintaining barrier properties.

Inadequate barrier property sustainability

(11)evidences

The cluster addresses the degradation of barrier performance when integrating recycled polyolefins and biodegradable substrates into high-performance laminates. Solving this enables the use of eco-friendly materials without compromising moisture or oxygen protection.