Biopolymers

Biopolymers

Formerra in Distribution Partnership with AFC Ecoplastics

The company now distribute AFC’s certified compostable materials to help packaging meet growing eco-demands

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sustainability

TotalEnergies Corbion and Sansu Develop PLA Embossed Label Water Bottle

The bioplastics company partnered with water producer Sansu in the development of this bottle to speed adoption of recycled PLA.

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BASF Highlighting How They 'Make, Use and Recycle Future Solutions'

NPE2024: BASF is using its proprietary computer-aided engineering tool Ultrasim when designing for sustainability in a broad range of industries.

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Biopolymers

PHA-Based Compounds for Compostable Film Packaging

NPE 2024: CJ Biomaterials launches two Phact PHA/PLA compounds for blown, cast and MDO film applications.

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Biopolymers

Teknor Apex and UBQ Materials to Further Expand Development of Sustainable Materials

Their strengthened compounding partnership will expedite product development.

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Biopolymers

CJ Biomaterials Names Harry Jang as New CEO

Jang is a 29-year veteran of CJ CheilJedang, holding positions of leadership in countries around the world.  

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sustainability

Report Forecasts Continued Expansion in Global Biobased Polymer Production

Nova Institute forecasts 17% growth 2023-2028, driven by Asian and American demand.

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Packaging

Composting Additive for PLA Added to FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances

Carbios’ Active enzymatic solution for the biodegradation of PLA is now included in the FDA Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substances, enabling its use in flexible and rigid food packaging.  

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Biopolymers

Advanced Biobased Materials Company PlantSwitch Gets Support for Commercialization

With participation from venture investment firm NexPoint Capital, PlantSwitch closes it $8M bridge financing round.

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Biopolymers

CJ Biomaterials PHA-Based Polybag Makes Same-Day Delivery More Sustainable

New polybag provides similar properties to traditional PVC bags, including durability, opacity and adhesive properties.

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Plastics Size Reduction