Origin Materials has announced a strategic customer relationship with Berlin Packaging for sustainable PET bottlecaps.

Under this agreement, Berlin Packaging has agreed to purchase PET 1881 caps from Origin Materials for sale and distribution to its broad customer base, which includes many of the world’s major beverage companies. The partnership brings together the innovative Origin PET cap product portfolio, beginning with the 1881 beverage closure, and Berlin Packaging’s global value-added distribution capabilities.

The PET 1881 caps represent a technological breakthrough that can enable lighter packaging, improved shelf life, and mono-material containers that enhance recyclability and promote circularity. The caps can be made with 100% post-consumer recycled PET and used in food-grade applications (unlike many PP and HDPE caps) and are made by thermoforming instead of traditional injection molding.

Berlin Packaging is the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier® that continues to build their reputation as global stewards dedicated to cutting-edge innovation, technology, and design. With 1,700 global suppliers, over 55,000 SKUs, and over 100 locations across the globe, Berlin combines the best elements of packaging manufacturing, distribution, and value-added services for their customers. Their commitment to leading the future of sustainable packaging is outlined in their 2024 Sustainability Report.

“When we first connected with Berlin Packaging, the potential, vision, and strong degree of alignment was obvious,” said Origin CEO John Bissell. “Their broad and deep distribution footprint not only immediately extends our market reach for 1881 but also opens the door for all our forthcoming formats across all closure applications globally. As a strategic customer, Berlin was exceptionally attractive because of their expertise in connecting closure products with brands to unlock the highest value opportunities. We look forward to working together.”

Balaji Jayaseelan, VP of Sustainability at Berlin Packaging, commented: “At Berlin Packaging, our sustainability strategy is focused on innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact. We are driven by the belief that Anything Is Possible, and we see that belief in Origin as well. We’re excited to partner with Origin to bring their world-changing PET caps to our world-class customers.”

Bissell added: “We believe this strategic customer relationship is a turning point for Origin. We’ve announced our plans to ramp supply quickly, and today we’ve provided insight into our first publicly named customer. The sophistication and reach of Berlin Packaging is welcome alongside Origin’s growing list of prospective customers in different stages of our pipeline. It is an honor to work with Berlin Packaging as we begin to address the $65 billion global caps and closures market.”