thyssenkrupp Rasselstein is converting another tinning line in order to produce up to 50 per cent of its tinplate with the chromium-free passivation rasselstein CFPA in future. The company plans to completely dispense with chromium(VI) in its production by 2027.
The Andernach tinplate specialist thyssenkrupp Rasselstein is pressing ahead with the switch to chrome-free passivation. The company is investing in the Conversion of another tinning line, which will produce chromium-free passivated tinplate using rasselstein CFPA technology once the work has been completed. With this measure, the company aims to save up to Chromium-free passivation of 50 per cent of its tinplate and thus fulfil the requirements of the Reach Regulation. The use of chromium(VI) is only permitted in the EU and EEA for a limited period until October 2027.
„We are very pleased that we will soon be able to convert another line in order to get closer to our goal of producing chromium(VI)-free by autumn 2027.“
Dr Heiner Schäfgen, Head of Technical Customer Service at thyssenkrupp Rasselstein
According to Schäfgen, dispensing with chromium(VI) in passivation not only means more sustainable production, but also More safety and health protection for employees. rasselstein CFPA is based on a titanium and zirconium oxide layer that is embedded in a polymer matrix and thus provides an effective protective layer. This technology fulfils the requirements of European standard EN10202:2022 and is compliant with EU and FDA regulations for food contact. Customers worldwide have already successfully tested rasselstein CFPA, including companies such as Metaprint and Fadesa, who confirm the switch to the chrome-free material.
As more and more countries are introducing regulations similar to the Reach Regulation, thyssenkrupp Rasselstein sees a growing global demand for chromium-free passivated tinplate. The conversion of further tinning lines is planned to ensure a smooth transition for customers.
Source: thyssenkrupp Rasselstein
