Why Leading Dairy Producers and Retailers Are Replacing Waxed Paper with Ovtene from Bartec

At Bartec Paper & Packaging, we’re proud to supply innovative materials that help our customers balance product performance, shelf life, and sustainability. One solution transforming dairy packaging across the UK and Europe is Ovtene – an advanced, mineral-based alternative to traditional waxed paper.

Here’s why Ovtene is rapidly becoming the material of choice for forward-thinking dairy producers and retailers:

🔹 Extended Shelf Life

Ovtene’s unique formulation – combining calcium carbonate with food-grade polymers – creates a microclimate that slows microbial growth and moisture loss. Independent testing has shown that wrapped cheeses can stay fresher for up to 50% longer than when packaged in standard waxed paper.

🔹 Superior Barrier Properties

Offering excellent resistance to oxygen, moisture, and grease, Ovtene maintains product integrity, reduces surface mould, and helps retain weight throughout storage and distribution – ensuring dairy products reach consumers at their best.

🔹 Sustainable by Design

Manufactured with up to 60% less plastic than traditional food films, Ovtene is fully recyclable in LDPE streams and significantly lighter than waxed laminates. This means lower material use, reduced CO₂ emissions in transport, and measurable sustainability gains across your supply chain.

🔹 Premium Presentation

Its smooth, printable surface maintains visual appeal throughout the product’s life, offering a professional, artisan look that enhances shelf presence and bespoke sizing makes it a great option for any business.

At Bartec, we’re helping dairies and retailers adopt packaging solutions that are not only better for their products, but better for the planet.

♻️ Ovtene from Bartec – fresher products, reduced waste, and sustainable performance without compromise.

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