ProAmpac has introduced its ProActive Intelligence Moisture Protect MP-1000 technology, a patent-pending solution developed together with Ozzi, a company focused on stick-pack formats for sensitive powdered products. The launch centers on addressing moisture-related product degradation, a persistent challenge across food, health, and wellness categories where exposure to moisture can affect flavor, odor, product integrity, and shelf life. The new film incorporates Aptar CSP Technologies’ 3-Phase Activ-Polymer technology, which is designed to adsorb residual moisture from package headspace. According to the companies, this approach removes the need for conventional desiccant packets while maintaining package barrier performance. The launch marks the commercialization of a system intended to provide active moisture management without requiring significant changes to existing packaging operations. Moisture-Control Packaging is positioned as a solution for products that require additional protection from residual moisture during storage and distribution.
Commenting on the development, Bob Flaherty, vice president of product development at ProAmpac, said: “Moisture Protect MP-1000 demonstrates how active packaging can move beyond protection to actively enable product performance.” He added: “Our collaboration with Ozzi shows what’s possible when material science is aligned with real-world product challenges delivering better outcomes for brands and consumers alike.” The companies indicated that the technology was created to address issues commonly associated with moisture accumulation inside stick packs, where insufficient moisture control can negatively affect product quality and reduce usable shelf life.
Ozzi contributed to overcoming taste and odor concerns linked to excess moisture retention in stick-pack applications. ProAmpac stated that traditional packaging systems may not always maintain a sufficiently dry internal environment, creating conditions that can impact flavor and overall product performance. By adopting the MP-1000 film, Ozzi reported improvements in package performance through moisture removal inside the package, helping preserve flavor characteristics, minimize unwanted odors, and support product quality throughout the product lifecycle.
Brandon Kuipers, founder at Ozzi, said: “MP-1000 allowed us to solve a critical product performance issue while simplifying our packaging system.” He further noted: “By removing residual moisture at the source, we were able to protect flavor without compromising efficiency or adding complexity to our operation.” Designed for integration into existing packaging lines, the technology offers customizable moisture protection while eliminating loose desiccants. ProAmpac said the solution can help improve product quality, reduce waste, and extend shelf life across moisture-sensitive food, health, and wellness applications. The introduction of Moisture-Control Packaging comes as packaging manufacturers continue to develop new approaches for product protection and material performance.
