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TricorBraun Flex, a division of packaging solutions company TricorBraun, has launched a new fully-compostable, plant-based packaging bag. The high-barrier packaging solution, Biotré 3.0, has been awarded the BPI Certification Mark from the Biodegradable Products Institute and is available for speciality food and snacks, coffee, pet treats and nutraceuticals. It is made from high-barrier materials which prevents penetration of water, oil, oxygen, gas and light. The packaging can also be disposed of in composting bins for industrial composting, which contributes to TricorBraun's sustainability goals. Glenn Sacco, vice president, commercial at TricorBraun Flex, commented: "We’re proud to have this distinction from the Biodegradable Products Institute for our Biotré 3.0 product. TricorBraun is committed to pursuing sustainable packaging." He continued: "Since we first developed Biotré in 2011, we’ve continually worked to improve it to provide our customers with packaging options that help to protect both product and planet. Biotré 3.0 is the leading product in the market for customers seeking a fully compostable, high barrier, plant-based package."