Bioplastics

Bioplastics are polymer materials, which are made from bio-based raw materials or which posses the ability to biodegradation. Bioplastics are a small group of polymers and are used most commonly in packaging industry.

News

European Bioplastics relocates to Brussels and welcomes new Secretary General

European Bioplastics (EUBP), the association representing the interests of the bioplastics industry in Europe, has officially relocated its main operations to Brussels.

New GRECO project on greener and safer bioplastics for food packaging

The new Horizon Europe-funded GRECO project provides innovative biobased, biodegradable and recyclable food packaging based on novel PLA copolymers, functional coatings, additives and green catalysts.

Archroma joins BioCircular Materials Alliance

Global coalition aims to move the fashion industry towards a circular future by utilizing renewable nature-driven materials.

Paques Biomaterials - K 2025 Preview

Gema Polimer at PlastEurasia Istanbul 2022

EMG Pre K Media Event - Ascend

Palsgaard to present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025

Palsgaard will present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025, led by the new Einar 987 anti-fouling additive and supported by anti-static and anti-fog solutions for plastics processing and packaging.

K 2025 Start-up Zone fully booked with 20 exhibitors

K 2025 will again host a Start-up Zone for young technology companies in Hall 7. Twenty exhibitors will present solutions spanning AI, data analytics, bioplastics, digitally supported production and the circular economy, with a Start-up Pitch scheduled for 13 October in Hall 6.

K.D. Feddersen at K 2025: Engineering Plastics Portfolio

At K 2025, K.D. Feddersen will present an overview of engineering plastics and sustainable material solutions for automotive, E&E, consumer goods and industrial applications, developed with industry partners.

Bio-Fed at Fachpack 2025: Materials for Packaging

Bio-Fed, part of the Feddersen Group, will showcase circular-economy material solutions for packaging under the M·VERA, M·BIOBASE and M·CYCLOSE brands at Fachpack 2025. The group will present biodegradable, biobased and recyclate-based compounds and an award-winning packaging project.

Material innovation in labels ahead of Labelexpo 2025

Corey Reardon outlines how the label sector is advancing material innovation as sustainability and circularity criteria tighten and supply chains adapt. Labelexpo 2025 in Barcelona is expected to highlight eco‑focused substrates and smart, data‑enabled features.

Golden Compound introduces pastel Bio-PBS masterbatches

Golden Compound has introduced certified pastel masterbatches for biodegradable injection moulding materials. Based on Bio-PBS, they are Ok compost home certified, food approved and dosed up to 2%. Combined with GC green 71 MI T30 they enable up to 30% shorter cycles than PP and dishwasher-safe parts.

Emirates Biotech partners with UAEU to advance PLA technology

Emirates Biotech has announced a strategic partnership with the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) in Al Ain to conduct collaborative research on novel Polylactic Acid (PLA) applications and end-of-life solutions.

Aimplas launches an innovative accelerated biodegradation test

Aimplas has developed a pioneering methodology that enables the biodegradability of plastic materials to be assessed three times faster than conventional testing methods.