OPRL approves Sirane paper

May 28, 2023

Sirane has announced its paper-recyclable absorbent pad for fruits has been approved for recycling by OPRL and endorsed by the UK Recycling Association – making it the world's first approved recyclable absorbent pad.

EarthPad is comprised of cellulose absorbent with a paper outer layer applied using barrier coatings, and they are also compostable.

Pads are available in black, white, red and brown kraft.

They are available as regular absorbent fruit pads and as cushioned paper-based absorbent pads – Earthpad Soft-Hold – for protecting soft and delicate fruits.

Sirane has completed further independent testing for recyclability, in addition to OPRL approval, and the pads have received further endorsement by the UK Recycling Association.

Simon Balderson, managing director, Sirane, said: "We’re not aware of any other absorbent pad on the market anywhere in the world that has been approved for recycling, so this is a great step forward.

"A lot of fruit is sold in punnets/trays with an absorbent pad, which helps keep the fruit fresher for longer, using EarthPad, the pad insert is now eco-friendly."

Simon Ellin, chief executive, The Recycling Association, added: "Having read the positive results of the repulpability and recyclability testing, according to EN 13430, I am happy to endorse a paper recyclable pad composed of a cellulose absorbent layer with paper applied top and bottom."