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Metalchemy embeds a natural silver additive into packaging, killing 600+ pathogens and extending shelf life-delivering chelator-like protection without altering your drinks.
About
At Metalchemy, we are pioneering a new approach to beverage preservation-one that protects your products without altering the formulation of your drinks. Instead of introducing synthetic chelating agents like EDTA or SHMP into the beverage itself, our patented and sustainable silver-based additive is embedded directly into the packaging material. This innovative additive creates a built-in antimicrobial barrier that neutralizes over 600 pathogens (including resistant strains) on contact, without the use of harmful chemicals. By preventing microbial contamination at the packaging interface, we remove the need to rely on dissolved chelators to suppress microbial growth inside the beverage.
Key Benefits
By integrating Metalchemy’s silver-based additive directly into their packaging, beverage producers can achieve robust microbial protection without altering their formulations or relying on synthetic chelating agents. This packaging-embedded solution actively eliminates over 600 pathogens, including resistant strains, safeguarding products throughout their shelf life. For fizzy drink producers, this means clean-label products, longer distribution windows, fewer returns due to spoilage, and a clear sustainability advantage; all while maintaining the taste, appearance, and integrity of their beverages.
Applications
Our target market comprises food and beverage manufacturers, packaging producers, and FMCG brands looking to enhance product safety and sustainability without altering their formulations. This includes companies such as fizzy drink and ready-to-eat meal brands, as well as packaging suppliers serving these sectors, who are under increasing pressure to reduce waste, extend shelf life, and meet sustainability commitments.
We are addressing a rapidly growing opportunity: the antimicrobial packaging market is projected at $12.73B, while the broader food and beverage packaging market exceeds $346B. These industries are actively seeking cost-effective, scalable solutions that reduce reliance on chemical additives, positioning Metalchemy to become a leading provider of circular, silver-enabled sustainable packaging technologies.