An addition to existing plastics (e.g. PE, PP, ABS, PET,) that fools natural bacteria into digesting it safely. Patented, start-up technology company, NOT oxy or oxo-degradable

About

A patented technology that makes normal plastic biodegradable by fooling natural organisms, like bacteria, into digesting it via an enzymatic mechanisms producing CO2, methane and humus. It is significantly faster that the normal environmental breakdown of plastics, happening in months to years rather than centuries. It does not produce microplastics. The technology is an addition to the plastic item manufacturing process, is food safe and does not affect recycling, manufacturability or shelf life.

Key Benefits

Packaging sustainability. The technology gives plastic packaging an end of life scenario that is environmentally responsible via biodegradation, much better than export, downcycling or incineration. It works best in home and industrial 'anaerobic' composting, and works in land fill as well. Gives a defendable story for environmental responsibility, fast becoming a purchase driver, encouraging consumers to purchase in preference to competitors that don't have this.

Applications

Can be added to most all commonly available plastic packaging materials, without issues, as a small addition during manufacture. The technology only activates when the packaging is in an environment rich in microbes.

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