BOPP films are produced by biaxially orienting polypropylene after the extrusion process. Compared to CPP films, BOPP films offer a stiffer and more rigid structure, which is why they are often preferred to add stiffness and dimensional stability to the final packaging.

Through lamination, BOPP films are frequently combined with more flexible materials such as CPP or PE, forming composite structures that balance rigidity and flexibility, ideal for a wide range of packaging applications.

General Properties of BOPP Films

• High stiffness and rigidity

• Low tear resistance

• Good chemical resistance

• Excellent clarity and gloss

• Suitable for lamination and printing

• High melting temperature

• Available in metallized and pearlized (pearly) versions

Common Applications of BOPP Films

• Bread bags and other bakery product packaging

• Laminated with CPP for pasta, legumes, and other dry food packaging

• Textile product packaging

• Medical product packaging

• Laminated with CPP or PE for pet food pouches and composite structures

• Frozen food packaging

• Sterilization and pasteurization film applications