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High-performance EVOH resin and barrier film materials engineered for demanding applications across the Serbian market
Since its establishment in 1950, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has always focused on innovation and development in the chemical industry. Headquartered in Argentina, after more than 70 years of development, TPS has grown into one of the leading companies in the global chemical industry. We have branches around the world, especially in Hong Kong, which has laid the foundation for our rapid growth in the Global market.
As a company with an international vision, TPS actively seeks in-depth cooperation with well-known local chemical companies in many countries and regions to jointly develop a series of innovative products with market competitiveness.
Guided by the philosophy of "complete product categories, integrated services, and deep value-chain expertise," TPS focuses on EVOH resin, CPP and PVDC raw materials, specialty equipment, and high-performance plastic additives, delivering reliable and efficient solutions for diverse industrial applications.
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Serbia's growing industrial and food processing sectors are driving strong demand for advanced EVOH barrier film solutions
Serbia has emerged as one of Southeast Europe's most dynamic food processing hubs. With major exports of meat, dairy, fruit, and vegetable products to EU markets, Serbian processors require high-performance EVOH cast film lines to meet stringent EU food safety and shelf-life standards. The demand for multi-layer barrier packaging has surged by over 18% annually in recent years.
As Serbia advances its EU accession process, local manufacturers are rapidly aligning with European packaging regulations (EC 1935/2004). EVOH cast film lines that produce certified high-barrier materials are now essential for Serbian companies exporting to Germany, Austria, Italy, and other EU member states. TPS materials fully comply with relevant EU food contact standards.
Serbia's pharmaceutical industry, anchored by major players in Novi Sad and Belgrade, is one of the largest in the Western Balkans. The growing production of generic medicines and medical devices has created significant demand for sterile, high-barrier EVOH packaging films that protect sensitive products from oxygen and moisture degradation throughout the supply chain.
Serbia is a major agricultural producer in the Balkans, with vast cultivation of corn, sunflower, raspberries, and vegetables. EVOH-based agricultural films — including mulch films and greenhouse covers — are increasingly adopted in the Vojvodina and Šumadija regions to improve crop yield, reduce pesticide use, and extend growing seasons, making EVOH cast film lines a strategic investment.
The Serbian government's "Serbia 2025" industrial development plan actively incentivizes investments in advanced manufacturing, including packaging and specialty materials. Foreign direct investment in Serbia's plastics and packaging sector reached €340 million in 2023. TPS's EVOH cast film line solutions align perfectly with Serbia's strategy to upgrade its manufacturing capabilities and reduce dependence on imported finished packaging.
Serbian consumers and retailers are increasingly embracing sustainable packaging. EVOH cast films offer an eco-advantaged solution: their superior barrier properties allow for thinner overall film structures, reducing total plastic usage by up to 30% compared to conventional multi-layer films. This aligns with Serbia's commitment to the EU Green Deal and circular economy principles, driving adoption of EVOH technology across Serbian packaging converters.
Key forces shaping the future of EVOH cast film technology and barrier packaging in the Serbian and broader Balkan market
Serbian film converters are rapidly transitioning from single-layer PE films to sophisticated 5-layer and 7-layer co-extruded structures incorporating EVOH as the core barrier layer. This shift is driven by EU market access requirements and the competitive advantage of extended shelf life for Serbian food exports to Western Europe.
Innovative Serbian packaging companies are exploring integration of EVOH barrier layers with active packaging technologies such as oxygen scavengers and antimicrobial agents. This next-generation approach extends product shelf life by 40–60% and opens premium market segments for Serbian food and beverage exporters competing in high-value EU retail channels.
Driven by the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive and upcoming Extended Producer Responsibility regulations that Serbia is adopting, local converters are investing in recyclable EVOH-containing film structures. TPS's advanced EVOH grades enable the development of recyclable packaging solutions that maintain barrier performance while meeting circular economy requirements.
Serbia's expanding modern retail sector and cold chain infrastructure are boosting demand for flexible EVOH-based packaging for chilled and frozen foods. The number of modern supermarkets in Serbia grew by 22% between 2020 and 2024, each requiring high-barrier flexible packaging for fresh and processed meat, dairy, and ready-meal categories.
As EVOH cast film technology becomes more widespread in Serbia, demand for localized technical support, process optimization training, and application development assistance is growing. TPS provides dedicated technical service to Serbian customers, including on-site processing guidance, troubleshooting, and customized formulation recommendations for specific application requirements.
Serbian packaging manufacturers are adopting digital supply chain management systems to ensure material traceability from resin to finished film. TPS supports this trend with full material documentation, batch traceability, and compliance certificates that meet both Serbian and EU regulatory requirements, enabling customers to demonstrate quality assurance to their end-brand clients.
In the Chinese mainland, TPS has set up the R&D center in Chongqing City to focus on the research and development of high-tech materials and successfully launched high-barrier material EVOH resin. This product is widely used in food packaging, medicine and cosmetics with its excellent gas barrier properties and chemical stability, meeting the market's growing demand for high-performance materials.
Our R&D team combines the technical advantages of multi-parties and is committed to continuously improving the quality and performance of products in order to better serve customers and the market — including Serbia's rapidly expanding packaging and industrial sectors.
TPS Specialty Chemical Limited has a team of experienced professionals, including chemical engineers, R&D experts and marketing personnel. With their deep industry knowledge and rich practical experience, they provide strong support for the company's continuous innovation and development.
From Belgrade's food processors to Novi Sad's pharmaceutical plants — EVOH cast films serve critical roles across Serbia's key industries
Why leading Serbian manufacturers choose TPS EVOH cast film line solutions
The company has independent research and development capabilities and multiple patents, advanced production processes and technological innovation capabilities, and can meet the market demand for high-quality products.
Large plant and production scale enable it to have efficient production capacity, can achieve large-scale production, and reduce unit costs — ensuring reliable supply to Serbian customers.
TPS provides diversified products covering multiple fields, including chemicals, new materials, etc., to meet different market needs across Serbia's food, pharma, and agricultural sectors.
The company focuses on sustainable development, actively adopts environmentally friendly materials and technologies, meets modern environmental standards, and enhances market competitiveness in Serbia's EU-aligned regulatory environment.
The R&D center is located in Chongqing, with convenient transportation, which is convenient for raw material procurement and product transportation, and improves logistics efficiency to the Serbian and Balkan markets.
With branches around the world, especially in Hong Kong, TPS has established a robust global supply chain that ensures consistent, on-time delivery of EVOH materials to customers throughout Serbia and Southeast Europe.
TPS actively seeks in-depth cooperation with well-known local chemical companies in Serbia and the region, jointly developing innovative products with market competitiveness tailored to local application requirements.
We always attach importance to the growth and training of employees and provide comprehensive technical support to Serbian customers, including processing guidance, application development, and customized solutions.
Looking to the future, TPS Specialty Chemical Limited will continue to expand its global business and actively respond to market challenges with the purpose of "innovation-driven, win-win cooperation." We believe that through close cooperation with partners, TPS will play a more important role in the global chemical industry and create greater value for customers and society — including our valued partners in Serbia.
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