Illinois Tool Works Inc.

Christine N Shimel

Eric Paul Plourde

Lars G Wihlborg

A biodegradable (repulpable, compostable and/or water soluble) zipper is provided for attachment to a biodegradable flexible package. The biodegradable zipper is formed using a water-soluble polymer that can be combined with a repulpable and/or compostable material, such as a plant-based cellulose material. The biodegradable zipper enables the biodegradable package to be opened and closed by the consumer, so that the consumer has the option to determine, change or manipulate the contents of the biodegradable flexible package.

Biodegradable zipper for zip packaging

A repulpable zipper is provided for attachment to a repulpable flexible package. The repulpable zipper is formed using a water-soluble polymer combined with a repulpable material, such as a plant-based cellulose material. The repulpable zipper enables the repulpable package to be opened and closed by the consumer, so that the consumer has the option to determine, change or manipulate the contents of the repulpable flexible package.

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Chicago, IL, United States of America

Christine N Shimel