what is Tyvek Paper

Tyvek Paper is a 100% synthetic material made from high-density spunbound polyethylene fibers. Lightweight, durable and breathable, yet resistant to water, abrasion, bacterial penetration and aging, Tyvek Paper is an amazing material used to improve a variety of applications across multiple industries.  

How does Tyvek Paper work?

Tyvek Paper is available in both a hard structure, used for HomeWrap envelopes and medical packaging applications, and a soft structure, fabric-like finish used for protective apparel and consumer applications. Discover how the science behind Tyvek Paper allows for superior performance across a range of applications. 

Water-repellent

When the fibers in Tyvek Paper are spun and bonded under high heat and pressure, Tyvek Paper acts as a thermoplastic—returning to a high density, semi-solid state that prevents liquids from breaking the surface.

Breathability

Because no binders are used to hold Tyvek Paper together, tiny perforations remain in which allow water vapor to permeate the material while preventing water and other liquids from entering, making Tyvek Paper highly breathable.  

Recyclability

Tyvek Paper is made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and is recyclable—giving products made with Tyvek Paper a second life in products such as park benches and playground equipment. Products made of 100% Tyvek Paper material can be recycled at facilities that recycle flexible HDPE materials. Please check recycling facilities in your area to ensure they can recycle Tyvek Paper. If landfilling is necessary, Tyvek Paper is an inert material and will not leach harmful compounds into groundwater because it doesn’t contain binders, fillers and plasticizers.