Düsseldorf/Tettau, October 07, 2020. Gerresheimer is the market leader in the production of cosmetics packaging made of recycled glass. In addition, the Gerresheimer plants in Momignies in Belgium and Tettau in Germany enjoy a very good reputation with their often long-standing customers. As centers of excellence they specialize in the development and industrial production and decoration of glass flacons, jars and bottles for fragrances, decorative cosmetics and beauty care. Numerous well-known cosmetic brands in the mass and prestige segment rely on the experience and know-how of the cosmetic glass experts at both locations. Gerresheimer is also setting trends in terms of sustainability and is currently expanding its stock of cullet in Tettau.
"We have been using recycled glass for cosmetic packaging for over 10 years and are market pioneers in this field," says Nicola Balena, Vice President Global Business Management Cosmetic Moulded Glass. "Our recycled glass flacons have convinced many of our customers who want to improve the sustainability of their packaging without compromise. We are committed to the recycling economy and only produce cosmetic packaging with a high percentage of recycled glass. In this respect we are ahead of the market". In collaboration with its customers, Gerresheimer has developed a cosmetics glass which has the highest proportion of recycled material available today for the end consumer and at the same time offers an unparalleled level of quality.
