, /PRNewswire/ -- The Packaging Solutions Group of (NYSE: VRTV) has announced the availability of Earth Pact Sugar Cane Paperboard, a material made from 100 percent pure sugar cane bagasse, an agricultural by-product of sugar manufacturing.

'Earth Pact is just one example of commitment to providing sustainable packaging solutions for the future,' said , Senior Vice President - Packaging Solutions for . 'From new coating technologies to renewable resources, is at the cutting edge of today's technology for sustainable packaging.'

Exclusive to , Earth Pact Sugar Cane Paperboard, developed in partnership with Carvajal Pulp and Paper, is well-suited for a variety of packaging applications in the food, cosmetics and similar industries. Earth Pact Sugar Cane Paperboard offers a range of features and benefits, including:

  • Made from 100% pure sugar cane bagasse
  • No bleach, chemical, or dyes
  • Moisture and grease resistant grades available
  • Rapid renewable resource, grown year round, harvested every 12-14 months

To learn more about Earth Pact Sugar Cane Paperboard and view a product video visit the Earth Pact website.

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 (NYSE: VRTV), with executive offices in , and significant operations in the area, is a North American leader in business-to-business distribution solutions. Serving customers across virtually every industry, provides print, publishing, packaging, facility and logistics solutions that help shape the success of its customers. Established in 2014, following the merger of xpedx division and Unisource Worldwide, the Company employs approximately 8,900 team members across about 180 distribution centers throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada. For more information about and its business segments visit www.veritivcorp.com.

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