Wet BioPP Soft Touch

Wet BioPP Soft Touch

Wet BioPP Soft Touch Lamination Film is a sustainable speciality film designed to create a luxurious velvety finish on printed and packaging materials. Manufactured using bio-based polypropylene derived from renewable feedstocks, this film delivers the premium tactile feel of traditional soft touch lamination while reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based plastics.

Applied using a wet lamination process with water-based adhesive, it provides strong bonding, excellent durability and a distinctive peach-skin texture. Ideal for luxury packaging and high-end print applications, this film combines premium sensory appeal with improved environmental performance.

What is BioPP Soft Touch Lamination Film?

BioPP Soft Touch Lamination Film is a bi-axially oriented polypropylene film produced using bio-based raw materials obtained from renewable feedstocks such as waste vegetable oils. These films provide the same strength, clarity and performance as traditional BOPP films while reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based resins.

The soft touch effect is created during manufacturing to produce a velvety, peach-skin texture that enhances the tactile and visual appeal of printed materials. Soft touch films are widely used in luxury packaging because they create a more premium sensory experience.

Key Features

• Soft touch matt finish – Creates a luxurious velvet-style tactile surface
• Bio-based material – Produced using renewable feedstocks to reduce fossil fuel usage
• Exclusive peach-skin effect – Enhances touch and user interaction
• Excellent durability – Resistant to water, oil and abrasion
• Outstanding surface adhesion – Suitable for coatings, inks, hot foils and UV finishes
• Wet lamination compatible – Designed for adhesive-based lamination systems
• ISCC PLUS Certified – Supports sustainable packaging initiatives

Benefits of BioPP Soft Touch Lamination

This film combines premium tactile performance with sustainability benefits:

• Luxury tactile experience – Creates a smooth velvet-like surface that encourages touch and interaction
• Premium brand perception – Enhances the look and feel of luxury packaging
• Reduced environmental impact – Uses renewable raw materials to lower fossil fuel dependency
• Enhanced durability – Protects against scratches, moisture and handling wear
• Excellent print enhancement – Soft matt appearance improves depth and sophistication

Soft touch lamination is widely used in premium print and packaging because it combines visual elegance with a distinctive tactile finish.

Applications

Wet BioPP Soft Touch Lamination Film is widely used in:

• Luxury and retail packaging
• Cosmetics and fragrance cartons
• Premium brochures and catalogues
• Book covers and presentation materials
• Luxury shopping bags and branded print

It is particularly suited to applications where premium tactile experience and sustainability must be combined.

Wet vs Thermal Soft Touch Lamination

• Wet lamination uses a liquid adhesive applied during processing
• Thermal lamination uses heat-activated adhesive

Wet lamination is typically preferred for high-volume production and applications requiring strong adhesion and flexibility.

Why Choose Soft Touch Lamination?

Soft touch lamination is widely used because it:

• Enhances tactile interaction with packaging
• Creates a premium luxury feel
• Improves perceived product value
• Reduces glare and reflections
• Combines decoration with durable surface protection

These qualities make soft touch films highly effective for luxury branding and premium packaging applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is soft touch lamination film used for?
It is used to create a luxurious velvet-style finish on packaging and printed materials, enhancing both appearance and tactile feel.

What does soft touch lamination feel like?
It has a smooth peach-skin or velvet-like texture designed to create a premium sensory experience.

What is BioPP film?
BioPP film is a polypropylene film produced partly from renewable feedstocks such as waste vegetable oils, reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based plastics.

Is soft touch lamination durable?
Yes, soft touch films provide excellent resistance to water, oil, scratches and handling wear.

Can soft touch lamination be used with foiling and UV?
Yes, it is compatible with foil stamping, UV coatings and other speciality finishing processes.