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Clysar Shrink Film


We are official partners with Clysar, a leading North American manufacturer of polyolefin shrink film, established in 1963. Renowned for its high-performance shrink-packaging solutions, Clysar has focused exclusively on shrink packaging for over 60 years, making them the industry's only shrink film manufacturer dedicated solely to this specialized field. Their extensive selection of shrink films and custom treatments ensures the right solution for every product and application. Clysar® film, produced exclusively in the United States using domestically sourced resin and materials, offers unmatched quality, clarity, and gloss. This reduces supply risk, shortens response times, and lowers carbon footprints. Certified to critical quality standards such as Intertek ISO 9001:2015, FDA/USDA approval, and Intertek FSSC 22000 food safety, Clysar® films are the clearest, strongest, and most brilliant display films in the packaging industry. They also offer sustainable advantages, including the lowest product-to-package ratio, reduced food waste, and DIM weight reduction.

EV-HPG

Clysar® EV-HPG™ all-purpose shrink film delivers the outstanding features and runnability that have made our HP Gold film an industry go-to—now in a recyclable*, fully functional solution with a reduced carbon footprint. With EV-HPG™ film, you can package nearly any type of product, on any shrink equipment, at any speed. It’s never been easier to improve sustainability without compromising brand appeal, efficiency or cost.

Available in 42, 55, and 70 gauge films. 

Fresh, Frozen & Prepared Foods

  • Produce
  • Bakery such as trayed muffins, pies, cakes
  • Fresh or frozen pizza
  • Ice cream and frozen confections
  • Frozen and case-ready entrees and meal kits
  • Food service products

Retail Display Packages & Overwraps

  • DIY, hardware and home goods
  • Electronics and media
  • Health and beauty
  • Toys and games
  • Pet Products
  • Paper reams or books

Multi-Packs & On-Pack Promotions

  • Multi-packs of all product sizes and types
  • Gift sets and baskets
  • On-pack promotions

Products with Voids, Irregular Shapes or Unsupported Areas













ULTRA LEG™

Clysar® ULTRA LEG™ shrink film is an advanced, low-shrink force polyolefin shrink film prequalified for Store Drop-Off by How2Recycle®. This high-performance, low-carbon impact film is a superior replacement for PVC.

Sparkling clear and glossy, ULTRA LEG™ film offers approximately 40% less shrink force than competitive films, making it ideal for packaging thin, soft, fragile, or heat-sensitive products. It seals and shrinks at much lower temperatures than traditional films, improving overall package quality and process efficiency.

Ideal for Packaging:

  • Thin, fragile, or heat-sensitive applications
  • Products packaged in PVC film
  • Filters (air filters, appliance filters, filter papers, etc.)
  • Protective apparel like face masks
  • Stationery, stickers, and thin paper products
  • Open-sided chipboard boxes
  • Magazines, calendars, and other low-profile items
  • Craft, hobby, and collectible products
  • Single printed items (portfolios, etc.)
  • Bundled printed materials
  • Candy and confectionery products

Clysar® ULTRA LEG™ film ensures gentle shrink and beautiful, balanced cleanup, reducing downtime and enhancing your packaging process.













EVO-C™

Clysar® EVO-C™ Confidential shrink film offers full-circle sustainability with optimum performance. This groundbreaking opaque privacy and shipping film is prequalified for Store Drop-Off by How2Recycle®, making it a top choice for eco-conscious brand owners and consumers.

Key Benefits:

  • Certified Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Content: Incorporates SCS Global Services-certified post-consumer recycled content.
  • Material Reduction: Reduces packaging material by over 30% compared to other opaque, non-recyclable privacy films.
  • Equal Opacity and Performance: Delivers the same opacity, concealment, and performance as 150g privacy films.
  • Energy Savings: Allows for lower heat settings on sealers and tunnels, saving energy on the packaging line.
  • Recyclability: Can be recycled at more than 55,000 retail locations.

Ideal Applications:

  • E-Commerce and Industrial Packaging: Strong, light, and abrasion-resistant, with outstanding opacity, UV protection, shrink, and memory.
  • Publishing/Printed Materials: Perfect for concealing and protecting items during shipping.
  • Horticulture and More: Versatile enough for a range of applications, from horticulture to various industrial uses.

Sustainability and Efficiency:

Clysar® EVO-C™ Confidential film provides significant material savings and can replace traditional non-recyclable privacy films and corrugate outer boxes, reducing material volume by up to 80%. It runs on virtually all types of packaging equipment, ensuring efficiency and reliability in your packaging process.



High Abuse Shrinkbox™

Clysar® ShrinkBox® is a high-abuse polyolefin shrink film that serves as a tough, clear, and protective alternative to cardboard boxes or heavy polyethylene film. It is ideal for retail and other products that benefit from a clear product view.

Key Features:

  • Highest Shrink and Strength: ShrinkBox® has the highest shrink and strength of any Clysar® film, ensuring superior protection and display.
  • Conforms to Any Product Size and Profile: It conforms to irregular shapes, pointed angles, and difficult profiles, providing exceptional product display.
  • Applications Include:
    • Toys
    • DIY products for hardware and home improvement
    • Furniture
    • Carpets and rugs
    • Commercial building products
    • Industrial products
    • Tools
    • Products with odd or irregular shapes
    • Bundled products and value packs

Benefits:

  • Extremely Tough: Superior puncture, abrasion, and impact resistance.
  • High Gloss and Clarity: Ensures exceptional product display.
  • Shrinks at Low Temperatures: Suitable for heat-sensitive products.
  • High Shrink Force: Provides strong, tight bundling.
  • Superior Resistance: Handles products with voids without burn-through.

Product Options:

  • ShrinkBox® 1525: Advanced product protection with enhanced gloss and clarity, available in flat or folded film.
  • ShrinkBox® 2035: Extra-tough option for the highest level of strength and protection, available in flat or folded film.
  • Custom Printing: May be printed with the addition of a primer—contact Clysar for more information.

Clysar® ShrinkBox® runs reliably on conventional shrink wrapping equipment, ensuring efficiency and reliability in your packaging process.




Anti-FOG AFG™

Clysar® AFG shrink film delivers superior anti-fog performance in just one hour, ensuring crystal-clear visibility for premium produce. Ideal for a wide range of moist or respiring fresh fruits and vegetables, AFG film wicks condensation away from the film surface quickly, making it suitable for refrigerated, chilled, and room-temperature retail produce.

Key Features:

  • Superior Anti-Fog Performance: Clears condensation for a crystal-clear product view in just one hour, compared to typical anti-fog films that take 24 hours or more.
  • Applications Include:
    • Fresh fruits and vegetables
    • Pre-sliced or prepared fruits and vegetables
    • Multi-pack and bundled produce
    • Trayed or overwrapped organic products

Benefits:

  • Versatile Shrink Capabilities: Shrinks beautifully to even unusual shapes, ensuring a soft feel, tough protection, and easy-running performance.
  • Wide Compatibility: Can be used on a variety of shrink sealing systems, including hot air and hot water tunnels.
  • Certifications: FSSC 22000 approved, FDA/USDA compliant.
  • Performance Enhancements:
    • Less likely to leak than ordinary polyolefin films.
    • Reliable shrink and sealing under less-than-optimum conditions.
    • Resists tears and punctures, with excellent memory to bounce back despite rough handling.

Additional Features:

  • Microwavable: Suitable for microwave applications.
  • Customizable: Available in 45 and 60 gauge films, in flat or folded options.
  • Printing and Perforation: Can be printed with primer for high-quality consumer graphics, and custom perforation patterns to address individual product respiration rates.

Clysar® AFG film addresses common issues like food waste, reduced shelf life, and package visibility concerns, ensuring your produce stands out while maintaining freshness and quality.





Printed Films™

nhance multi-packs, e-commerce overwraps, and other packaging applications with Clysar® colorful printed shrink film. Stand out with vibrant 360° billboards that differentiate your product and dazzle consumers. This sustainable solution not only improves brand visibility but also offers substantial cost savings—brand owners are reducing system costs by as much as 40%-60% in current commercial applications.

Key Features:

  • Colorful Printing Options: Available in up to 8 colors, offering a range of options from full-surround colorful printing to display graphics with clear windows, and simple brand imprints.
  • Applications Include:
    • Brand identification
    • Bundled items and seasonal promotions
    • Label replacement
    • Multi-packs
    • Retail display packaging
    • Sleeve replacement
    • Tray overwraps
    • E-commerce packaging/box overwraps
    • Confidential printed materials – privacy overwraps

Benefits:

  • Sustainability: Offers significant gains in sustainability, enhancing your environmental footprint.
  • Versatility: Can be printed with full-color coverage or leave sparkling clear windows, fitting various packaging needs.
  • Ease of Use: Easy to use on existing shrink wrap equipment, requiring minor modifications.

Clysar® colorful printed shrink film is a versatile solution that adds visual appeal, sustainability, and cost savings to your packaging strategy.