Arjobex

What Arjobex does

Arjobex SAS is the French-headquartered (Boulogne-Billancourt) specialty films and paper manufacturer operating commercially as the Polyart brand and, since 2020, as part of the Polyart Group formed by the merger of Arjobex, MDV, Tech Folien, and Reisewitz. Its flagship technology is a clay-coated HDPE-based synthetic paper that combines plastic durability (water, tear, grease and chemical resistance) with paper-like printability, supported by a proprietary voiding process that reduces film density from 1.1 g/cm3 to 0.71 g/cm3 and a biaxial pantograph stretching technique. The portfolio extends beyond Polyart Standard to recycled (r-Polyart), decorative (Iridescent, Textured, Ultrametal), digital-printing (HP Indigo, Inkjet, Laser and Laser Soft/Food variants), biodegradable (Fiberskin), security (Polyart TE tamper-evident) and functional label substrates (IML films, NET LABELS), together with custom coating and converting services (Bespoke+, Coat+, Gravure+, Film+, Convert+).

Revenue is generated through B2B sales of these specialty films and papers to pressure-sensitive converters, printers, and end-users in the label, packaging, digital printing, sign/display and security segments. Go-to-market is sales-led, combining direct sales offices on three continents (France, USA, India, China, Singapore, Australia, Malaysia) with a global distributor network reaching 60+ countries. Manufacturing is concentrated at three legacy sites (Charlotte NC, Rives FR, Clacton-on-Sea UK), with a fourth facility in Caerphilly UK added through the June 2026 acquisition of Glatfelter Caerphilly Ltd (renamed Polyart Metallised UK Ltd). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company is privately held, backed by French private equity firm Prudentia Capital, and employs roughly 170 people globally.

Name

Arjobex

Legal name

Arjobex SAS

Website

https://polyart.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Arjobex (Polyart Group) is a French-headquartered specialty films and synthetic paper manufacturer serving label converters, printers, and packaging end-users in 60+ countries via proprietary clay-coated HDPE substrates and a global direct-sales and distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Synthetic Paper and Specialty Films

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (3222), Laminated Plastics Plate, Sheet (except Packaging), and Shape Manufacturing (326130)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Converted Paper & Paperboard Prods (No Contaners/Boxes) (2670), Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Label Stock, Inks, Coatings & Laminates (Materials Supply) (IMALAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Polyolefins (PE, PP) (IMAEADAD)

Keywords

• Synthetic paper manufacturing
• Specialty label films
• HDPE coated substrates
• Digital printing media
• Pressure sensitive labelstock

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Specialty films and papers sales: Sale of specialty synthetic papers and films under Polyart brand to converters, printers, and end-users in printing, packaging, and labeling industries
2. Custom coating and converting services: Bespoke+ coating services and converting services for specialized applications

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Arjobex manufactures and sells Polyart, an HDPE-based synthetic paper made by applying a unique clay coating to a plastic film substrate. The product combines paper-like printability with plastic durability (water, tear, grease, and chemical resistance) for use in labels, packaging, tags, and graphics. The company also offers specialty variants for digital printing (HP Indigo, inkjet, laser), tamper-evident labels, in-mold labeling, and biodegradable alternatives, plus custom coating, converting, and film manufacturing services.

Product overview

Arjobex (operating as Polyart Group) is a specialty paper and film manufacturer producing synthetic paper and specialty substrates for printing, labeling, and packaging applications. The core product is Polyart®, a unique HDPE-based synthetic paper with clay coating that combines plastic durability with paper-like printability. The portfolio includes multiple product lines: the flagship Polyart Standard with variants like r-Polyart (recycled), Polyart Iridescent (decorative), and Polyart Textured; dedicated digital printing substrates for HP Indigo, Inkjet, and Laser technologies; sustainable alternatives like Fiberskin (100% biodegradable paper) and Fluolux (fluorescent paper); specialty products including Tamper Evident labels (Polyart TE), NET LABELS (recyclable HDPE), and IML Films for in-mold labeling; plus regional brands like Robuskin and Ultrametal. The company also offers manufacturing services including Bespoke+ (custom coatings), Coat+, Gravure+, Film+, and Convert+. The Group was formed in 2020 through merger of Arjobex, MDV, Tech Folien, and Reisewitz.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Polyart Standard: Standard range of synthetic paper for industrial and decorative applications
• r-Polyart
• Polyart Iridescent
• Polyart Textured
• Polyart Laser
• Polyart Laser Soft
• Polyart Laser Food
• Polyart INKJET
• Polyart TE
• Fiberskin
• Fiberskin Tag
• Fiberskin Tag Laser
• Fluolux
• Satinex
• Robuskin
• Ultrametal
• NET LABELS
• Polyart Metallised UK Ltd

Products and services

• Polyart Standard Flagship HDPE-based synthetic paper combining plastic durability with paper-like printability and feel, used by label converters and printers for industrial and decorative applications.
• r-Polyart Recycled-HDPE version of Polyart synthetic paper offering the same durability and printability while reducing environmental impact for sustainability-focused converters and brand owners.
• Polyart Iridescent Decorative film with iridescent finishes (White Iridescent, Gold, Silver) for premium wine and spirit labels, providing unique visual effects and high conformability.
• Polyart Textured Textured finish film offering distinctive tactile qualities for premium labeling and packaging applications.
• Polyart for HP Indigo HP Indigo-certified digital printing substrate engineered for optimal performance on HP Indigo presses, offering water and tear resistance with excellent print reproduction.
• Polyart INKJET Synthetic paper substrate designed for UV inkjet applications, providing vibrant colors, sharp details, and outstanding durability for labels, tags, and graphic applications.
• Polyart Laser Laser printing substrate engineered for dry toner laser printers, maintaining water and tear resistance while delivering excellent print reproduction.
• Polyart Laser Soft Soft-touch variant of the laser printing substrate offering a smoother finish while maintaining durability and print quality for premium applications.
• Polyart Laser Food Food-safe laser printing substrate compliant with European food contact regulations, designed for food labeling applications requiring direct contact certification.
• Fiberskin Innovative 100% biodegradable coated paper resistant to weather and humidity, suitable for plant tags, outdoor signage, and seasonal applications requiring environmental sustainability.
• Fiberskin Tag Tag variant of Fiberskin designed for horticultural and nursery tags, combining biodegradability with durability for outdoor plant identification applications.
• Fiberskin Tag Laser Laser-printable version of Fiberskin Tag for efficient in-house production of horticultural and outdoor tags.
• Fluolux Fluorescent paper line for high-visibility applications, offering vibrant colors for promotional and identification purposes.
• Robuskin Synthetic paper product line offering durability and tear resistance for industrial and demanding applications.
• Ultrametal Metallized film product line providing metallic finishes for decorative and premium labeling applications.
• Polyart TE (Tamper Evident) Tamper evident label material with ultra-delamination feature at first attempt at removal, providing visual proof of tampering while maintaining paper look and printability.
• NET LABELS HDPE label compatible with ultrasonic welding with PE mesh, featuring staple-free design that is 100% PE mono-component and fully recyclable, with 30% recycled HDPE film option.
• IML Films (In-Mold Labeling) Films specifically designed for in-mold labeling blow molding, featuring wide temperature range compatibility, excellent pick-and-place automation, dimensional stability, and 100% PEHD compatibility for recycling.
• Bespoke+ Custom coating service allowing development of bespoke coating solutions tailored to specific customer requirements and applications.
• Coat+ Professional coating service providing functional coating solutions for various film and paper substrates.
• Gravure+ Rotogravure printing and coating service offering high-quality image reproduction and precise coating application.
• Film+ Film manufacturing service producing specialty films for industrial, decorative, and security applications.
• Convert+ Converting services transforming base materials into finished products including die-cutting, slitting, and finishing operations.
• Polyart Metallised UK (Metallised Facestock Papers) Metallised facestock papers for pressure-sensitive label applications produced by the acquired Caerphilly (UK) operation, strengthening Polyart Group's position in premium label substrates.

Quantifiable outcome

• Drying times 3-4x faster than top synthetic paper competition
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Glatfelter Caerphilly Ltd (now Polyart Metallised UK Ltd)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Acquired from Magnera Corporation in June 2026. Glatfelter Caerphilly Ltd is a leading manufacturer of metallised facestock papers for pressure-sensitive label applications, employing 44 people based in Caerphilly, Wales, UK near Cardiff.
• Sustainability Pact Partners (Agfa, Folex, Kernow Coatings)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2025Polyart joined with Agfa, Folex, and Kernow Coatings to establish a sustainability pact to share industry-specific insights and develop shared strategies for a more sustainable future in the coated polyester film industry.
• MDV GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 January 2021Arjobex acquired 100% of MDV Group shares in January 2021 with support from Prudentia Capital. MDV is a niche manufacturer and coater of specialty papers and films for print, packaging, medical, sign/display, and building industries. Krishna and Reichert families were prior owners.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Folex: Specialty film and substrate manufacturer for printing and digital applications; Sustainability Pact partner with Polyart. Overlaps in coated films for digital printing and label applications.
• Kernow Coatings: UK-based manufacturer of coated films and synthetic substrates for digital printing. Sustainability Pact partner; competes in digital printing substrates and specialty label films.

Direct peers

• Yupo Corporation: Japanese-headquartered global leader in synthetic paper films (YUPO®). Directly competes with Polyart in synthetic paper for label, packaging and printing applications using similar polypropylene and HDPE-based substrates.
• PPG Industries (Teslin): Manufactures Teslin synthetic printing substrate, a key direct alternative to Polyart for labels, tags and printing applications. Competes for the same label converter and printer customers.
• Agfa-Gevaert: Produces synthetic substrates and coated films for printing and label applications; also a Polyart Sustainability Pact partner. Overlaps directly in coated polyester film substrates and digital printing media.
• Hop Industries (Synaps): US-based manufacturer of Synaps synthetic papers (polyester-based) for digital printing, labels and tags. Competes with Polyart in digital printing substrates and label face stock.
• Cosmo Films: Indian manufacturer of specialty BOPP and other films for labels, packaging and lamination. Competes with Arjobex in specialty label films, particularly in Asian markets.
• Toppan (synthetic paper): Japanese manufacturer of synthetic paper (including Yupo-related substrates) and printing substrates for label and packaging markets. Directly comparable HDPE/PP-based synthetic paper competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Avery Dennison: Global leader in pressure-sensitive label materials. As a major buyer and converter-specifying customer of Polyart-like substrates, Avery Dennison shapes demand and pricing dynamics for Arjobex's products.
• UPM Raflatac: Major labelstock supplier with growing sustainable and specialty film ranges. Competes broadly with Arjobex in pressure-sensitive label face stocks, including recyclable film constructions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PolyartPaper
• Facebookfacebook.com/PolyartPaper
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/polyartsyntheticpaper

Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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