New Propafilm CHBM: an ultra high barrier metallised BOPP film designed to replace aluminium foil

Packaging Solutions

Innovia Films has launched Propafilm CHBM, an ultra high barrier metallised BOPP film engineered to deliver exceptional product protection while supporting the transition to more recyclable flexible packaging solutions.

Developed to meet the growing demand for high performance mono material packaging, Propafilm CHBM combines outstanding oxygen and moisture barrier properties with excellent metal adhesion and thermal stability. The film is specifically designed to replace aluminium foil in polypropylene based laminate structures, enabling brands and converters to achieve premium barrier performance, whilst improving recyclability.

With its ultra high oxygen transmission rate (OTR) and water vapour transmission rate (WVTR) barrier performance, Propafilm CHBM provides superior protection for oxygen and moisture sensitive products, helping preserve freshness, aroma, flavour, and product quality throughout the supply chain.

Available in an 18 μm (0.72 mil) gauge, Propafilm CHBM features:

• Ultra high oxygen and moisture barrier performance.

• A polypropylene alternative to aluminium foil.

• Excellent aroma and flavour protection.

• Enhanced metal adhesion for robust converting performance.

• High optical density.

• Reverse side treatment suitable for lamination or surface printing.

• Excellent thermal stability.

Designed to support recyclable monomaterial PP packaging structures, Propafilm CHBM is ideally suited for a wide range of demanding flexible packaging applications.

‚As brands continue to seek packaging solutions that combine high performance with improved recyclability, Propafilm CHBM represents another significant step forward,‘ said Alasdair McEwen, business unit director packaging EMEA at Innovia Films. ‚By delivering the barrier performance traditionally associated with aluminium foil in a polypropylene based structure, Propafilm CHBM enables our customers to simplify packaging designs without compromising product protection.‘

The introduction of Propafilm CHBM further strengthens Innovia Films' portfolio of innovative BOPP films developed to support the evolving needs of the flexible packaging industry, helping customers meet performance, sustainability, and circular economy objectives.