SURFACE TREATMENT
Fluorination Technology
Fluorination is a specialised surface treatment that improves the chemical resistance of plastic containers and helps reduce permeation. It is designed for businesses packaging demanding liquids where long-term containment, safety, and product stability matter. If your product is solvent-based, aggressive, or sensitive to interaction with packaging materials, fluorination can provide added confidence in storage, transport, and end use. The treatment is available in Levels 1–5, allowing you to select the degree of barrier performance required for your specific product and risk profile.
THE CHALLENGE
When Standard HDPE Is Not Enough
Standard HDPE performs well for many applications, but some liquids can slowly permeate through container walls over time. This can lead to product loss, odour transfer, label issues, and residue on the outside of the container. For certain products, it can also create handling and safety concerns during storage, transport, and daily use. When packaging performance needs to be stronger and more reliable, fluorination becomes an important option to consider.
WHY IT MATTERS
Stronger Protection for Demanding Liquids
Fluorination can improve packaging performance in applications where chemical compatibility and long-term containment are critical. Key advantages include:
Improved chemical resistance for harsh or solvent-based contents
Reduced permeation and odour transfer over time
Cleaner handling with less residue on the outside of containers
More reliable storage and transport performance for sensitive products
Added confidence for high-risk or compliance-driven applications
THE SOLUTION
Enhanced Resistance Through Fluorination
Fluorination is a controlled post-manufacturing process applied to the container to improve barrier performance. The treatment modifies the surface of the plastic, helping it resist chemical attack and reducing the rate of permeation for certain liquids. This supports better long-term containment and makes fluorinated containers a strong choice when product integrity and safer handling are essential.
THE CHALLENGE
When Standard HDPE Is Not Enough
Standard HDPE performs well for many applications, but some liquids can slowly permeate through container walls over time. This can lead to product loss, odour transfer, label issues, and residue on the outside of the container. For certain products, it can also create handling and safety concerns during storage, transport, and daily use. When packaging performance needs to be stronger and more reliable, fluorination becomes an important option to consider.
THE SOLUTION
Enhanced Resistance Through Fluorination
Fluorination is a controlled post-manufacturing process applied to the container to improve barrier performance. The treatment modifies the surface of the plastic, helping it resist chemical attack and reducing the rate of permeation for certain liquids. This supports better long-term containment and makes fluorinated containers a strong choice when product integrity and safer handling are essential.
WHY IT MATTERS
Stronger Protection for Demanding Liquids
Fluorination can improve packaging performance in applications where chemical compatibility and long-term containment are critical. Key advantages include:
Improved chemical resistance for harsh or solvent-based contents
Reduced permeation and odour transfer over time
Cleaner handling with less residue on the outside of containers
More reliable storage and transport performance for sensitive products
Added confidence for high-risk or compliance-driven applications
READY TO SPEC
What We Need From You
To arrange the correct fluorination level, simply let us know the treatment level you require (Levels 1–5) along with the product you’re packaging and the container size. If you can provide your product sheet or SDS, we’ll use it to confirm suitability before organising the fluorination and coordinating all shipping and logistics on your behalf.
FAQ
Common Questions
What is fluorination used for?
Fluorination is used to improve chemical resistance and reduce permeation in plastic containers, especially for demanding liquids.
Is fluorination suitable for hazardous products?
It is commonly used where stronger containment and safer handling are required. Suitability depends on your contents and compliance requirements.
Does fluorination eliminate permeation completely?
It can significantly reduce permeation for many products, but results depend on the liquid type and storage conditions.
Do we need to send containers somewhere for fluorination?
No — once you confirm the fluorination level (1–5), we manage the entire process for you, including scheduling the treatment and coordinating all shipping to and from the facility.