FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of choosing 3M packaging films?
Scotchpak Packaging Films provide multiple heat seal strengths to a variety of surfaces, including plastic, paper and metal. No solvents or adhesives are used in 3M’s proprietary lamination process, thereby minimizing the potential for product interactions.
How are Scotchpak Packaging Films typically used?
Scotchpak Packaging Films are widely used in healthcare products and in many other industries. Our films can be incorporated into laminations with foils and films, or used as peelable lidding films or as pouches that offer good tear strength and puncture resistance.
What types of medical and pharmaceutical end-use products use 3M Scotchpak Packaging Films?
Medical and Pharmaceutical End-Use Products
- Creams/ointment packaging
- Glucose detection systems
- Medical sutures packaging
- Iodine swab packaging
- Betadine pad packaging
- Skin closure packaging
- Cellular and molecular diagnostic kit packaging
- Immunoassay system packaging
Non-Medical End-Use Products
- Agricultural packaging
- Industrial applications: collate nails, staples, and other metal fasteners
- Electronic circuitry and circuit board packaging
- Food services packaging
A number of our packaging films have a Drug Master File (DMF) available. Contact us to find out which films would be suitable for drug packaging.
How can I get a sample of a particular 3M packaging film?
3M is committed to meeting your needs. Click here to request film samples.
