PROVALIN® PVC-Free Compounds

The Only Proven PVC-Free Solution for Metal Vacuum Closures

PROVALIN® is our brand for PVC- and plasticizer-free compounds for metal vacuum closures – the only market-proven alternative to conventional materials and a patented technology from ACTEGA.

Developed for Twist-Off® and Press-On-Twist-Off® closures, it is suitable for all food products, particularly for sensitive applications such as baby food, as well as for other types of metal closures. PROVALIN® meets the highest safety and performance requirements – giving you peace of mind with every jar.

Since their introduction in 2011, closures made with PROVALIN® compounds have proven themselves commercially.

PROVALIN® Benefits at a Glance

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

  • No risk of plasticizers migrating into food.
  • Compliance with evolving standards, including BPA-NI and PFAS-free requirements.
  • Allows customers to focus on production rather than dealing with harmful emissions from incineration.

Sustainability

  • Removes PVC from the packaging stream, contributing to circular economy goals.
  • No drying ovens are required in the production of PVC-free closures – this reduces CO2 emissions.
  • Aligns with Scope 3 emission reduction targets of leading brand owners.

Technical Expertise & Support

  • In on-site trials the ACTEGA support team ensures solutions run smoothly on existing lining machines.
  • Processing Recommendation Sheets for all PROVALIN® compounds are available.
  • ACTEGA supports customers in the closure qualification process.

With PROVALIN® we offer a globally unique PVC-free solution and make an important contribution to food safety and sustainability.

Marta Ochalek

Global Market Manager Closures Food

Application Areas

The PROVALIN® product family offers solutions suitable for all types of filling goods, closures and heat treatment processes.

Twist-Off® closures

For all kinds of foodstuffs that are cold filled, pasteurized, sterilized, and which can be used on steam vacuum capping machines.

PROVALIN® 1242 for Pasteurization

PROVALIN® 1288 for Sterilization

PROVALIN® 1269 for Cold Fill and Storage

Press-On-Twist-Off® closures

Our green PVC- and plasticizer-free compounds offer the best protection for all foods, especially baby food.

ACTGreen® PROVALIN® 1741 for Pasteurization

ACTGreen® PROVALIN® 1771 for Sterilization

For all other applications areas and closure types we will be happy to advise you on your individual requirements.

Interview with Marta Ochalek about PROVALIN®

The ACTEGA Advantage:
Complete Solution Provider for Food Closures

Beyond PROVALIN®, ACTEGA offers ACTEcoat® and ACTEbond® BPA-NI coatings to provide superior internal protection for food metal packaging.

These advanced coatings deliver exceptional durability, and process efficiency, ensuring product safety at every stage.

By combining compounds and coatings designed to work seamlessly together, we streamline qualification processes, ensure compatibility, and enhance processability for food closures manufacturers.

Here you can learn more about PROVALIN®

The Future of Safe and Sustainable Packaging

PVC-free vacuum closures from PROVALIN® set new standards in food safety and sustainability.

Download the White Paper now and learn more about development, performance, and global distribution.

Brochure

Download our brochure about our PVC-free sealing compound for Press-On-Twist-Off® closures and find out more about the use of ACTEGreen® PROVALIN®.

ACTEGA is not just selling compounds and coatings; we are securing food packaging safety.

Contact us and we will be happy to advise you on your individual requirements.