Arca Etichette Sustainability

A JOURNEY INTO

ARCA ETICHETTE’S

SUSTAINABILITY: A BENEFIT CORPORATION, CERTIFIED B CORP™

ARCA ETICHETTE IS A CERTIFIED B CORP™

Better people Better world B Corp

B Corp certified companies are businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

The “B” stands for “benefit”: for people and for the planet, not just for shareholders.

B IMPACT ASSESSMENT

Arca Etichette is part of a global movement joining forces to build a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable economy.

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BECOMING A

B CORP

In 2022, we became part of the B Corp community with a score of 90.

In 2025, we achieved B Corp recertification with a score of 95.7.

A tangible demonstration of our growth in the right direction: placing people, communities, and the environment at the center, without ever compromising the quality and innovation that define us.

WE CONTINUOUSLY AND TRANSPARENTLY WORK TO: Reduce waste of materials and inks and promote the use of eco-friendly alternatives Build a sustainable supply chain, from suppliers to customers, sharing the same ethical values Promote social sustainability for employees and local communities through dedicated projects Reduce emissions by encouraging green mobility with hybrid and electric vehicles, supported by on-site charging stations Prevent pollution by reducing energy consumption through UV LED polymerisation and increased digital production Obtain and maintain sustainability certifications to ensure transparency for employees, partners, and communities

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Being a B Corp means turning our values into concrete and measurable actions

Over 10,000 B Corps worldwide A rigorous certification process Playing an active role in the global transition to responsible business

BIO-BASED MATERIALS PE BIORENEW made using up to 98% certified bio-circular content (ISCC), helping reduce carbon footprint and fossil fuel consumption while maintaining properties comparable to virgin PE. It can be recycled together with standard PE films.

MARBLE BASE/STONE PAPER composed of approximately 80% stone powder (calcium carbonate) and 20% HDPE (non-toxic high-density resin) acting as a binder.

It offers a unique soft-touch feel and can be used without surface finishing.

It is waterproof and recyclable as plastic.

ARCA’S SUSTAINABLE RANGE WITHIN EVERYONE’S REACH Your ideal solution for a more sustainable future: WE SELECT ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY RAW MATERIALS Bio-based materials, biodegradable and compostable solutions, recycled paper and synthetic films, FSC® certified papers or materials derived from natural plant fibers

RECYCLED MATERIALS

WHITE AND CLEAR RECYCLED SYNTHETIC FILMS.

PE

PET

made from 100% recycled content help reduce resource exploitation and keep plastic out of waste streams, giving packaging a more authentic look.

PP

OCEAN-BOUND PLASTIC ISCC Plus certified materials made from plastic waste collected within 50 km of coastlines where waste management is limited or absent.

This prevents plastic from entering the oceans. A pioneering label solution with the same quality and performance as fossil-based films.

with at least 25% post-consumer recycled content. made with up to 100% post-consumer waste.

CLEANFLAKE

we provide RecyClass-certified materials for PET and HDPE bottles, ensuring that during the PET recycling process the adhesive deactivates, allowing the label and adhesive to separate cleanly and leaving the plastic free from contamination. This enables PET to be reused multiple times.

NATURAL SOURCE MATERIALS Facestocks materials partially recycled from plant fibers and other natural sources. Ideal for those aiming to reduce environmental impact while achieving an authentic, handcrafted look for unique product storytelling.

FSC® CERTIFIED MATERIALS liners and facestocks that embrace sustainability. Circular economy plays an important role and gives a greater environmental impact on the shelf.

COMPOSTABLE and BIODEGRADABLE solutions combined with matching adhesives.

MATERIAL REDUCTION THINKTHIN FILMS reducing material thickness lowers CO₂ emissions and ensures only necessary resources are used.

This leads to greater operational efficiency, reduced downtime, and optimized storage and transportation.

10% 1% Initial End user waste plus waste printing errors

37% Final label

LINERLESS SOLUTIONS Striped Linerless labels, available in paper and synthetic materials (white or transparent polypropylene), are supplied as a continuous roll without silicone backing. This results in nearly zero environmental impact by eliminating production waste from liners.

Scraps 16%

Liner waste 35%

PACKAGING AND PACKAGING WASTE REGULATION (PPWR) The new European Packaging Regulation (PPWR) is transforming the entire packaging industry.

Its goal is to reduce the environmental impact of packaging by introducing mandatory requirements for recyclability, reuse, and recycled content. For the label sector, this means rethinking materials, adhesives, and processes to ensure full compatibility with recycling streams for PET and HDPE containers.

To support more efficient recycling, we offer materials certified ISCC, RecyClass, and CleanFlake™ technology: - For PET: PP film labels with hot-wash releasable adhesives that easily detach during the washing process.

- For HDPE: PE or PP film labels with removable adhesives that ensure higher purity and quality of recycled material.

We offer various solutions to improve packaging recyclability; however, the ideal label must be selected based on packaging type, application conditions, and end use.

PARTNERSHIP

A 100% Italian group since 1948

www.arcaetichette.it www.arcagroup.net customerservice.etichette@arca.it

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ARCA ETICHETTE S.P.A. - BENEFIT CORPORATION VIA EDISON, 119 20010 MARCALLO (MI) ITALY +39 02 97231.1

EMS 544494

OHS 679823

ESG26

LET’S BUILD A GREENER WORLD TOGETHER