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Cruz Foam

by Cruz Foam · United States · ONA1068 · Published 21 Nov 2024
About this material

Cruz Foam is a high-performance, protective, sustainable, foam product for the shipping of impact-sensitive, cold-chain goods, and more. It is the first fully compostable packaging foam, matching the performance and characteristics of expanded polyethylene (EPE) while ensuring safe delivery of high-value goods and meeting sustainability demands. With 70% upcycled ingredients derived from food waste, Cruz Foam is ASTM D6400 tested compostable, setting a new bar for sustainability.

The material is designed to replace EPE (1.2 – 1.7 lb/ft3) and EPS (<3 lb/ft3). This closed-loop material is sold in sheets, which are then converted into final applications. Cruz Foam offers exceptional cushioning, thermal insulation, and vibration dampening, making it a superior alternative to traditional synthetic foams.

Material properties

Sensorial

Glossiness:SatinTranslucence:0–50%Structure:OpenTexture:MediumHardness:ResilientTemperature:MediumAcoustics:GoodOdour:NoneWeight:Light

Technical

Fire resistance:PoorUV resistance:ModerateWeather resistance:PoorScratch resistance:ModerateChemical resistance:Poor

Environmental

Renewable:Yes

Content composition

Upcycled content:51–75%

Keywords

  • packaging
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