Race
Tube description
“RACE” is a Ø35 mm oval tube produced with Decoplas™ extrusion labelling technology and Ultralight™ compression moulding on the PTH 120 for heading and cap assembly. This advanced process represents a true breakthrough in sustainable, recyclable, and eco-friendly packaging.
Manufactured on our Decoplas™ 120 line, the RACE tube represents the perfect blend of high-end design and sustainability, offering both tube manufacturers and brand owners a solution that complies with today’s regulations while aligning with consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging.
Through an innovative material, the tube achieves a distinctive silver look without aluminium foil or metallised PET — materials that are no longer compliant with current regulations. This revolutionary step in materials innovation delivers luxury appeal while ensuring full recyclability and a reduced environmental footprint.

Composition & Specifications
The laminate used is from Gualapack, fully compatible with HDPE recycling streams.
- Decoplas™ extruded tube Ø35 mm.
- Materials: 56 µm metallised OPP/PE film, flexo-printed to highlight its silver surface.
- Structure: 300 µm total wall thickness, fully compatible with HDPE recycling streams, including the PE shoulder and cap.
- 100% polyolefin made, recycling ready.
- Bounce back index of 71.4% (capacity to resume original shape after squeezing).
- Impressive cap and shoulder weight reduction with Ultralight™ technology.
Benefits
- Recyclable and eco-friendly materials.
- Reduction in plastic use.
- Larger shelf presence with oval tube and premium look.
- High recycling rate while still offering the premium metallic look consumers love.
- High-gloss metallic look that meets recycling standards.
- Silver look without aluminium foil or metallised PET.
Applications
- Cosmetics: Skincare - creams, lotions, serums / Sun care products - sunscreens, after-sun lotions. (classified as cosmetics in Europe, OTC in the US)
- Personal care: Body care - shampoos, gels, conditioners
- Healthcare: Pharmaceutical creams and ointments