Plasticoat® is a range of coloured cheese coatings designed to protect the surface and provide strong visual differentiation in the market. These coatings combine protective functionality with high visual impact, offering customisation through an extensive palette of colours and matte or glossy finishes. Plasticoat® enhances brand recognition and product appeal without affecting cheese quality.

The range is structured into several colour families, including:

  • natural tones (Nature / Matt by Nature)
  • botanical coluors
  • spice-inspired shades
  • traditional Dutch colours (Dutch Originals)
  • transparent or white variants

Features

  • Coatings designed for ripened cheeses;
  • Wide range of over 35 available colours;
  • Matte or glossy finish, depending on preference;
  • Adjustable viscosity options;
  • Optional addition of natamycin for enhanced protection.
  • Compatible with various cheese types;
  • Available in multiple packaging formats.

Benefits

  • Protects the surface of the cheese during maturation and storage.
  • Reduces moisture loss;
  • Enhances commercial appearance and product differentiation;
  • Enables visual brand customisation;
  • Uniform application and good long-term stability;
  • High flexibility according to producer requirements.

Applicability

Plasticoat® is used for:

  • coating ripened cheeses,
  • semi-hard and hard cheeses,
  • products intended for retail and export,
  • differentiation of varieties through colour and finish.