H.B. Fuller Earthic™ 4001 is a hot-melt, pressure-sensitive adhesive. It is specifically designed for all beverage types in reusable or recyclable PET bottles, with a particular focus on carbonated soft drinks and fast production lines to maximize efficiency. This adhesive offers excellent wash-off performance and has been certified by PETCYCLE, RETURPACK, and Veolia for improved rPET (recycled PET) quality. It finds application in container labeling for all beverage types in reusable and recyclable PET bottles, ensuring reliable adhesion and contributing to the overall quality of the recycled PET.

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Glass, Paper, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

Features: Cleanable, Condensation Water Resistance, Excellent Wash-Off Properties, Good Flexibility, Good Thermal Stability, Highly Efficient, Light Color, Wash-Off Resistance

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Wash Off Pet Bottle Recycling
  • Very high running speeds for highly efficient production lines
  • Excellent bond performance immediately after application and throughout the supply chain
  • Good flexibility keeping the labels in place to accommodate expanding bottles due to temperature variations
  • Very light color and thermal stability to give transparent appearance on the bottle
  • Excellent wash-off performance according to PET Cycle standards and Returpack/Veolia
Key Benefits
  • Easy wash off and PET Cycle, Returpack and Veolia approved
  • Label security maintained across temperature range
  • Transparent appearance on label

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Application Area
  • Beverage labeling
  • Cap application
  • Aseptic packaging

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Europe
  • Europe (Excluding Russia)
  • India
  • Middle East