Cellophane and non-slip paper in pizza format

Anti-slip paper and cellophane protect the pizza from harmful substances, offer better load security and are environmentally friendly. Be inspired by the history of pizza and developments in packaging technology and enjoy your pizza with a clear conscience.

Our packaging is not only good for the food, but also contributes to sustainability. Anti-slip paper and cellophane are made from materials that meet the highest standards for food safety while protecting the environment. The anti-slip paper effectively prevents the pizza from slipping, making transportation safer and more convenient. It also offers an ecological paper look that not only looks good, but is also sustainable. Cellophane, also known as cellophane, is a natural product made from regenerated cellulose that is biodegradable and compostable. It decomposes within a very short time under suitable conditions. Cellophane provides an excellent barrier against moisture and oxygen, making it ideal for direct food contact. It is also heat resistant and can be broken down in both domestic and industrial compost.

The history of pizza

Pizza is one of the world's most popular dishes, although the history of this dough-based dish began in ancient times, when flat breads with various toppings were already enjoyed in many cultures, including the Greeks and Romans. However, the food of that time was very different from the "modern" pizza as we know it today. Our pizza did not originate until the 19th century in Naples, Italy. According to historical documents, Pizza Margherita was created on 11 June 1889 by pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito from Pizzeria Brandi in the Italian region of Campania in honor of the Italian Queen Margherita of Savoy and patriotically garnished with the colors of the Italian flag: Red (tomatoes), white (mozzarella) and green (basil).

In the 20th century, pizza then spread around the world thanks to Italian immigrants, particularly in the USA, where it quickly became popular and spawned numerous variations. Today, pizza is a global phenomenon and is enjoyed in countless forms and flavors in many different countries. The history of pizza in Germany began in the 1950s, when the first pizzeria was opened in Würzburg. Since then, pizza has demonstrably become one of the most popular dishes in our country.

The history of pizza boxes

The first pizza boxes in Germany were used by Nicolino di Camillo, who also opened the first pizzeria in Germany, the "Sabbie di Capri", in Würzburg in 1952. According to the Haus der Bayerischen Geschichte, he is also considered the inventor of the two-size pizza box. This inconspicuous packaging has a very interesting history and plays an important role in the delivery of hot, fresh pizza. Today's demands mean that modern pizza boxes must not only be stable and stackable, but also regulate the heat and humidity of the pizza. To meet these requirements, pizza boxes are made from different materials. Most pizza boxes in Germany are made of "simple" corrugated cardboard from recycled paper, which makes them both stable and cost-effective. However, other recycled materials, compostable raw materials and coated boxes could also be used.

With our environmentally friendly packaging solutions, you can ensure that your high-quality pizza remains free from harmful chemicals. At the same time, you are helping to protect the environment, as both of these materials offer a safe and sustainable solution for direct food contact.

Pizza and the problems of migration

However, there are also health concerns associated with pizza boxes. As already mentioned, most pizza boxes are made of corrugated cardboard, which is based on recycled paper as a raw material. Although this makes the pizza packaging sustainable and inexpensive at first, it can lead to migration problems. This is because recycled paper can contain all kinds of ingredients, depending on what was previously packaged with it. In the recycling process, a moist mass is first generated from paper, including the foreign substances that may be attached to it, before "new" paper is obtained from it again. The fact that a fresh pizza still releases a lot of moisture and grease means that the sometimes hazardous chemicals quickly migrate with the pizza when it comes into contact with corrugated cardboard - because "normal" corrugated cardboard does not have a coating, but absorbs the moisture and grease from the warm pizza, which can lead to a kind of "bridge" between the chemicals in the paper and the pizza. Numerous studies have already shown that certain chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA) and bisphenol S (BPS) can be contained in the cardboard, which are definitely potentially harmful to health. In a study by Öko-Test, harmful substances such as bisphenol A (BPA) and bisphenol S (BPS) were even found in almost all pizza boxes. These substances can be harmful to health and transfer to the pizza. BPA is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, obesity and behavioral problems in children. BPS, a substitute for BPA, has similar harmful properties. Despite a ban on these substances in food packaging, which has been in force since January 20, 2025, this EU regulation does not apply to paper, which means that these harmful substances can still be found in pizza boxes.

Risk of pollutant transfer is minimized

In principle, migration of the pizza box can be prevented by using either exclusively virgin fiber paper or a food-safe coating on the corrugated cardboard - however, this would be expensive and also not ecologically valuable. Lüning Packaging offers the solution with its special anti-slip paper and cellophane blanks, which are of course approved for direct food contact and effectively prevent migration. Our special papers in the new pizza format fit exactly into your pizza boxes and prevent the pizza from coming into direct contact with the box. This minimizes the risk of contaminant transfer and the pizza remains intact and delicious.

Our anti-slip paper and anti-slip cardboard are mainly used by food and chemical companies to secure pallets, but are food-safe and have a "soft touch" feel, which makes this special paper particularly suitable for use in pizza boxes. We have the beautiful, ecological paper look and, in addition, the cut prevents the pizza from slipping, which makes transportation safer and more convenient. This innovative solution is an environmentally friendly and safe way to enjoy your pizza with a clear conscience in the future.

Paper film cellophane with the freshness plus

In addition to our anti-slip paper, our transparent, garden-compostable cellophane blanks can also be used. Cellophane, also known as cellophane, is a natural product made from regenerated cellulose that is biodegradable and compostable. It is made from renewable raw materials such as wood and decomposes within a few weeks to months under suitable conditions. Cellophane provides an excellent barrier against moisture and oxygen, making it ideal for direct food contact. It is also heat-resistant and can be decomposed in both domestic and industrial compost. These properties make cellophane not only an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastic packaging, but also an attractive solution for perfectly transporting the full aroma of a fresh pizza to the customer at a barely noticeable cost.

Affordable protection for your pizza: sustainability and safety combined

Both solutions are priced in the low cent range for the individual blanks, but this worthwhile investment and the use of non-slip paper and cellophane blanks ensure that your high-quality pizza remains free from harmful chemicals. At the same time, you can make a contribution to environmental protection with our ecological specialty papers, as both of these materials offer a safe and sustainable solution for direct food contact and help to reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste.

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