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P PR R O OC CE ES S S S I IN NG G & &P PA A C CK KA AG G I IN N G G (Source: Lovechock B.V) On being plastic free for a decade NatureFlex films’ renewable and compostable accreditations are what led Lovechock to switch their pack- aging back in 2011, claiming to be the first chocolate manufacturer in Europe to have their full raw chocolate range packaged in these sustainable films. chocolates using RAW cacao that is processed very gently and at low tem- perature, ensuring that important vi- tamins, minerals, and flavanols are preserved within the product – ‘pure goodness that nurtures body, mind and planet’. Franziska Rosario, Lovechock CEO said; “I am absolutely overjoyed that awareness around plastic pollution has grown so much in the last four years. And that we were able to play our role as pioneers in raising awareness amongst consumers and helping them to change their behavior towards a more sustainable future.” Andy Sweetman, Sales & Marketing Director Futamura EMEA said, “We are delighted that Lovechock has chosen NatureFlex films for their sustainable packaging solution. Our films have proven technical performance, while ethical consumers know they can trust our independently certified composta- ble films.” The ethical raw chocolate manufac- turer, Lovechock B.V, is celebrating 10 years of being ‘Plastic Free’ with its packaging partner Futamura. A lead- ing global producer for renewable and compostable packaging films and cellulose casings, Futamura brings to market the noted brands of Nature- FlexTM films and CellophaneTM casings. It is 10 years since Lovechock made the move to renewable and com- postable NatureFlex cellulose films and ditched conventional plastic pack- aging for good. The PlasticFree logo is a trademark of A Plastic Planet, self- confessed plastic addicts who want; ‘to ignite and inspire the world to turn off the plastic tap’. Lovechock has been approved to use their logo for the past three years. NatureFlexTM films are produced from sustainable wood pulp harvested from responsibly managed plantations of fast-growing trees. They are certi- fied to both EU (EN13432) and US 62 AMEFT 3 2021 (ASTM D6400) composting standards. In addition to industrial composting, which requires specific temperature and moisture conditions, NatureFlex has also reached the TŰV Austria OK Compost Home standard required for backyard composting. The films easily break down in a home compost bin in just 8 to 10 weeks. NatureFlex films of- fer excellent barrier to aroma, gas, and moisture to protect and preserve the delicious raw chocolate bars. NatureFlex films’ renewable and compostable accreditations are what led Lovechock to switch their packag- ing back in 2011, claiming to be the first chocolate manufacturer in Eu- rope to have their full raw chocolate range packaged in these sustainable films. This goes hand-in-hand with Lovechock’s pioneering spirit to lead the change for more ethical and sus- tainable products. Available in most organic stores, Lovechock makes their delicious www.ameftft.com