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Cosmo Films Launches Anti-Fog Transparent BOPET Lidding Films for Advanced Food Packaging Applications

New Delhi, 19^th February, 2026: Cosmo Films, a global leader in specialty films, has announced the launch of its Sealable Peelable Transparent Anti-Fog BOPET (PET) Lidding Film, engineered to enhance product visibility, extend shelf life and improve packaging performance across refrigerated and fresh food categories.

Condensation remains a key challenge in food packaging, especially in cold-chain environments where temperature variations lead to moisture build-up inside packs. This fog formation can obscure the product’s appearance and impact consumer perception at the point of sale. Cosmo Films’ new anti-fog PET lidding film incorporates an advanced coating on the sealable side that delivers an excellent cold antifogging effect, preventing droplet formation and maintaining consistent clarity throughout storage and display.

Designed for performance and versatility, the film offers low sealing temperature, ensuring compatibility with high-speed packaging lines while optimizing energy efficiency. It is sealable and peelable, enabling strong yet easy-open seals without compromising pack integrity. The film is microwaveable, adding convenience for ready-to-eat and prepared food applications. Importantly, it enhances shelf life by 4–5 days for fresh salads and vegetables by helping maintain internal pack conditions. The lidding film is compatible with a wide range of substrates including PP, HIPS, PET (APET, CPET), PVC and LDPE containers, making it suitable for diverse packaging formats. In line with sustainability goals, the film is recyclable in the mainstream recycling stream when used with PET trays.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Kulbhushan Malik, Global Business Head, Cosmo Films said, “In food packaging, visibility is directly linked to consumer trust and purchase decisions. With our Anti-Fog Transparent BOPET Lidding Films, we are addressing a key pain point for brands by combining condensation control with superior clarity, strong sealing performance and ease of use. This launch reinforces our commitment to expanding our specialty portfolio with high-performance, value-added solutions that support both product protection and brand differentiation.”

The new lidding films are suitable for a wide range of applications such as refrigerated and frozen foods, prepared fruits, fresh-cut vegetables, ready-to-eat meals, bakery items, dairy products including yogurt and butter, pasta, fresh meat and salami. It also performs effectively in fresh produce packaging for vegetables, herbs, berries, fruits and mushrooms—categories where clear visibility and freshness perception are critical to purchase decisions.

This launch further strengthens Cosmo Films’ specialty product portfolio, aligned with its strategic focus on innovation-led growth and higher value-added offerings. With continued investments in R&D and advanced film technologies, the company remains committed to delivering solutions that enhance shelf life, improve packaging efficiency and elevate consumer experience.

About Cosmo Films:

Cosmo Films is a global leader in specialty films for packaging, lamination, labelling and synthetic paper. With engineering of innovative products and sustainability solutions, Cosmo Films over the years has been partnering with worlds’ leading F&B and personal care brands and packaging & printing converters to enhance the end consumer experience. With manufacturing units in India and warehousing in different parts of the world, the company has been at the forefront of developing customer-centric solutions to deliver the finest product and service experience, backed by innovation, people, and processes.

About Cosmo First Limited:

Established in 1981 by Mr Ashok Jaipuria, Cosmo First Limited is an over four-decade-old global conglomerate. Its consumer vertical comprises Cosmo Consumer, which is into Window Films, Paint Protection Films & Ceramic Coatings for automobiles, and Zigly Pet Care, which provides a digital-first omni channel pet care ecosystem. Its industrial vertical includes Cosmo Films for specialty films for packaging, labels, lamination, and industrial applications; Cosmo Speciality Chemicals for coatings, adhesives and masterbatches, and Cosmo Plastech for rigid packaging. With sustainable innovation, development, and research embedded in its core values, Cosmo First serves customers in 100+ countries.