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Every box is a message

Every pack, seal and tray coming out of a Graphic Packaging International facility sends a message. Even empty, it carries your values and tells a story about Graphic Packaging International’s investment in a sustainable future. 

 

At Henkel Adhesive Technologies, we share those values. We also deliver adhesives, coatings, and sealants that are tailored for fiber-based packaging. Want to hear the next chapter?

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Get the whole package

I’m Matthew Crane, your personal contact at Henkel Adhesive Technologies. Would you like to talk about plastic substitution? Or how to scale across sites? We do it all, and if you have 10 minutes, I’d be happy to discuss how we could help optimize the part of the Graphic Packaging International operation that you’re responsible for. Reach out, and I’ll look forward to showing you the advantages of our partnership.

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Designed to deliver

At Henkel Adhesive Technologies, we believe that sustainability isn't an end goal, but a new starting point. Our partnership with Graphic Packaging International aims at simplifying transitions to recyclable formats, minimize environmental impact, and rethink packaging performance at every layer. 

Together, we make it easier to meet your goals and your customers’ expectations. Curious? Explore our circularity and sustainability initiatives.

Our sustainability credentials match GPI's

Henkel has committed to become climate-positive by 2040, extending beyond carbon-neutral goals. By 2025, all packaging material will be recyclable or reusable.

Our visions for a sustainable future match

Our long-standing environmental focus is matched by yours, and we both have cultures of sustainability and innovation. This is important common ground for performance and partnership.

Our shared presence around the globe

Graphic Packaging International spans the globe. Our matching presence and ability to scale innovation across production facilities is a great advantage on both a strategic and operational level.

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You know it. We know it. Packaging is evolving, and the future is sustainable by design. Our adhesive technologies support a wide range of packaging applications, from recycled paperboard to fiber-based packaging, while reducing environmental impact and supporting circular design. We know how GPI can benefit from the place in the value chain to increase recyclability, reduce energy use, and deliver performance without compromise.

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Ask more, waste less

In 2024. Henkel was awarded the Gold Medal by sustainability rating agency EcoVadis. That places Henkel among the top 5% of assessed companies.

Henkel has obtained the Prime Status, rated by ISS ESG. With the rating B, Henkel was the best performer in the consumer goods sector.

Henkel is included in the FTSE4Good ethical index, introduced by the Financial Times and the London Stock Exchange in 2001.

In 2024, Henkel was assigned the MSCI ESG rating ""AAA"". This is the highest possible rating, which means that we are considered a leader in managing environmental, social, and governance risks and opportunities within our industry.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies have sites and operations all over the US. To make sure we can reach you at Graphic Packaging International as fast as possible, make sure to reach out to Matthew Crane. Just click the button below this FAQ section.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Graphic Packaging International share a belief that sustainability is built into every decision. We are both committed to reducing environmental impact across the value chain, from responsible sourcing and resource efficiency to enabling circularity in packaging. Together, we align on creating packaging that performs today and sustains tomorrow.

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Do you have other questions?

Optimising an already up-and-running facility with more sustainable innovations requires precision, experience, and insight. If you need help, inspiration, or just want to talk shop, I’m here to help. Try me.

A world of sustainable innovation

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Partnership in every nerve and fiber

Henkel Adhesive Technologies and Graphic Packaging International share a focus on recyclability, efficiency, and smart innovation. Our flexible support is designed to fit a decentralized setup. Want proof?

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