Food & Beverage Packaging Glue

FDA-Approved, Food-Safe Glues

When it comes to food and beverage packaging, safety and reliability are non-negotiable. That’s why LD Davis offers a line of FDA-compliant adhesives designed to meet the strict standards of food packaging—from case and carton sealing to windowing, labeling, and more. Our food-safe glues are formulated for high-speed packaging lines and provide durable, clean, and compliant bonding for both direct and indirect food contact.

Gelatin Glues for Indirect Food Contact

Many of our eco-friendly gelatin glue formulas comply with CFR Title 21 Part 175.105 for indirect contact with dry and aqueous foods. These adhesives are ideal for porous substrates like paperboard and chipboard, delivering strong bonds and excellent machinability on modern production lines.

Common Applications:

Rigid box construction (e.g., cereal or candy boxes)
Folding cartons and case sealing
Food-safe labeling

Liquid Glues for Indirect Food Contact

Our liquid glue formulas also meet CFR Title 21 Part 175.105 for indirect contact with dry and aqueous foods. These versatile, high-performing adhesives are perfect for various applications in food and beverage packaging where safety and efficiency are critical. Whether you’re labeling bottles, forming trays, or sealing boxes, our liquid glues provide clean and compliant bonding.

Common Applications:

Rigid box construction (e.g., cereal or candy boxes)
Folding cartons and case sealing
Food-safe labeling

Hot Melt Glues for Food Packaging

For applications that involve direct food contact or require fast-setting strength, our hot melt glues are an excellent option. These FDA-compliant glues perform especially well in cold and hot environments, making them a favorite for tray forming and high-moisture packaging.

Hot Melt Glue Benefits:

Direct and indirect food contact approval
Fast setting and clean application
Excellent temperature resistance.

Why Choose LD Davis Food & Beverage Packaging Glues

FDA compliant for direct and indirect food contact.
Strong, high-quality bonds.
Eco-friendly glue options are available.
Ideal for high-speed packaging lines.
Supports a variety of substrates and packaging styles.
Custom formulations available to match specific packaging needs.

Trusted by Industry Leaders

"You've made us even better at what we do! Kelly training was incredibly helpful, especially the hands-on troubleshooting with our operators. Their guidance on measuring and tracking parameters ensures consistent glue and strong adhesion. We truly value LD Davis' commitment to our partnership."

"This is definitely a value-added service. Jeff's on-site training was exactly what we needed. His knowledge of adhesives, testing, and corrective actions is impressive. We'll certainly be exploring other potential product uses with LD Davis!"

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