APP Group Back at Vietnam PrintPack 2026, Showcasing Foopak Paper and Paperboard Innovations

27 August 2026

Explore Foopak Paper and Paperboard Solutions at Booth A716

Key Takeaways:

Foopak returns to Vietnam PrintPack 2026 at Booth A716 from September 16–19, showcasing its paper and paperboard solutions.
Explore Foopak Bio Natura and Greaseproof Paper for food packaging applications requiring performance, grease and moisture resistance, and sustainability considerations.
Learn about Vietnam’s evolving EPR requirements, including mandatory recycling rates and recycling standards for paper and carton packaging.

Vietnam’s packaging industry continues to evolve as businesses respond to changing consumer expectations, sustainability priorities, and regulatory requirements. At the same time, demand for paper-based packaging is creating new opportunities for businesses looking for materials that combine functionality, food safety, and responsible sourcing.

Against this backdrop, Foopak will return to Vietnam PrintPack 2026, giving packaging professionals an opportunity to explore paper and paperboard solutions while discussing the developments shaping Vietnam’s packaging market.

Held from September 16-19, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam PrintPack 2026 will bring together businesses and professionals from the printing and packaging industries.

What to Expect from Foopak at Vietnam PrintPack 2026

*APP Group representative meets with visitors at Vietnam PrintPack 2025*

Visitors to Booth A716 can explore Foopak’s range of paper and paperboard solutions, including Foopak Bio Natura, one of its prominent paperboard products for food packaging applications. Made with an aqueous dispersion coating, Foopak Bio Natura is designed to provide grease and moisture resistance while remaining recyclable, repulpable, and compostable. It is also free from PFAS and OBA, making it a suitable option for brands looking for alternatives to conventional plastic-coated paperboard.

Foopak’s portfolio also extends beyond paperboard. Foopak Greaseproof Paper is designed for applications that require resistance to oil, grease, and moisture, including food wraps, bakery bags, liners, and other food packaging.

These solutions demonstrate Foopak’s focus on both paperboard and paper applications, supported by continued investments in production capabilities. The new APP Group mill in Karawang, West Java, is set to double Foopak’s production capacity to 1.2 million metric tons annually while optimizing manufacturing through advanced automation and integrated operations. The facility also incorporates sustainability measures including biomass-powered boilers, solar power, and water treatment and reuse systems.

At Vietnam PrintPack 2026, visitors can discuss these solutions directly with Foopak experts and explore which materials best fit their applications.

Understanding Vietnam’s Changing Packaging Landscape

Vietnam’s packaging market is developing alongside a broader shift toward more structured waste management and producer responsibility.

One important development is the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements for products and packaging. Vietnam’s latest framework, Decree No. 110/2026/ND-CP, sets out recycling responsibilities for producers and importers of specified products and packaging placed on the Vietnamese market. The decree applies to recycling responsibilities from 2026 onward and took effect on May 25, 2026.

For businesses involved in packaging, understanding these requirements is becoming increasingly important when evaluating materials and packaging solutions.

Mandatory Recycling Rates

Under Decree No. 110/2026/ND-CP, the mandatory recycling rate is the minimum percentage of the mass of relevant products or packaging that must be recycled according to the applicable recycling specifications.

For paper and carton packaging, including coated paper or coated carton that remains identifiable as paper or carton, the mandatory recycling rate is 20%. Multi-layer mixed paper packaging has a mandatory recycling rate of 15%.

The regulation also provides that mandatory recycling rates will be adjusted every three years, with the first adjustment scheduled for 2029. Each adjustment cannot increase the rate by more than 10%.

For packaging businesses, these requirements reinforce the importance of considering end-of-life management alongside factors such as material performance, application requirements, and sustainability objectives.

Recycling Standards

Vietnam’s EPR framework does not only establish recycling rates. It also specifies the recycling solutions that can be used to meet the applicable requirements.

For paper and carton packaging, the prescribed recycling specifications include the production of commercial pulp and the production of packaging or specific products.

This makes the recyclability and material composition of packaging increasingly relevant to businesses evaluating packaging options.

As regulations continue to develop, packaging stakeholders may need to look beyond the immediate performance of a material and consider how it fits into the wider recycling system. This includes understanding the material’s composition, potential applications, and compatibility with available recycling pathways.

Explore Foopak at the APP Booth at Vietnam PrintPack 2026

*APP Group’s Booth, featuring Foopak, at Vietnam PrintPack 2025*

Following APP’s participation in Vietnam PrintPack 2025, APP Group will once again showcase Foopak at the 2026 exhibition, giving businesses and packaging professionals in Vietnam an opportunity to explore its paper and paperboard solutions.

Visit Booth A716 from September 16-19, 2026, at SECC, Ho Chi Minh City, to explore Foopak’s paper and paperboard solutions and discuss potential applications with APP Group representatives.

FAQ

1. What is Foopak Bio Natura?

Foopak Bio Natura is a paperboard designed for food packaging applications. It uses an aqueous dispersion coating to provide grease and moisture resistance and is designed to be recyclable, repulpable, and compostable.

2. When and where is PACK EXPO International 2026?

PACK EXPO International 2026 will take place on October 18-21, 2026, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Foopak will also participate in the event, where visitors can explore its paper and paperboard packaging solutions.

3. Which packaging exhibitions will Foopak participate in in 2026?

Foopak has confirmed participation in several major packaging exhibitions in 2026, including Tokyo PACK 2026. These events provide opportunities to explore Foopak’s paper and paperboard packaging solutions and connect with its representatives.