2024-05-27
In a world awash with plastic waste, companies face a critical juncture. The environmental toll of traditional plastics is undeniable, with our oceans brimming with over 11 million metric tons of plastic each year and consumers ingesting alarming amounts of microplastics throughout their lives. This crisis has propelled consumers to demand real change, challenging companies to find sustainable alternatives that offer a better end-of-life for plastics and meet the growing "Plastic Free" ethos.
The call to action is clear, Ideally, we would swiftly transition away from plastics derived from fossil fuels, embracing materials that leave a minimal environmental footprint, such as post-consumer resin (PCR), or renewable resources like agricultural products. However, the reality of industrial dependencies and global supply chains means that such a transition is challenging. This is where NuPlastiQ come in, the technology developed by BioLogiQ emerges as an innovative solution that facilitates this transition, making it smoother and more achievable.
Our strategy acknowledges the impracticality of completely replacing all traditional plastics, which play a critical role in various sectors worldwide. Instead, we focus on improving the sustainability of these materials by integrating NuPlastiQ into the mix. By mixing NuplastiQ and traditional plastics, an innovative biopolymer that enhances the recyclability and biodegradability of conventional plastics, making them more planet-friendly without disrupting existing supply chains or production processes.
NuPlastiQ is a biobased plastic, biodegradable polymer produced by BioLogiQ, Inc., a company that specializes in sustainable plastic materials. Unlike traditional plastics derived from fossil fuels, NuPlastiQ 100% is made from renewable resources such as plant-based materials, such as corn, potato, and cassavas. This makes it an environmentally friendlier alternative to conventional plastics.
NuPlastiQ stands out from traditional bioplastics that often fall short in performance and scalability. It redefines what we can expect from sustainable materials, and here are some of it’s key Characteristics:
| High-Performance | BioBlend XP High-Performance Resins for packaging will maintain or even increase the overall strength of plastics such as polyethylene, polypropylene, or polystyrene. They can also reduce material use, energy consumption, fossil fuel-based plastics usage, and greenhouse gas (GHG) generation by up to 50%. |
| Durability | Maintains the physical properties, durability, and strength of the resins with which it is dry-blended. |
| Bio-based | It is produced from natural, renewable resources, which helps to reduce reliance on petroleum-based materials and the carbon footprint associated with plastic production. |
| Biodegradability | NuPlastiQ is designed to be biodegradable under specific conditions, which means it can break down into natural substances like water, carbon dioxide, and biomass, given the right industrial composting conditions. This trait helps to address the global issue of plastic pollution, especially in landfills and marine environments. |
| Recyclability | suitable for common chemical recycling methods like pyrolysis and verified for mechanical recyclability by major recyclers such as Greening. Incorporating 5-20% of NuPlastiQ BioBlends into traditional plastics does not adversely affect their value in post-consumption mechanical recycling. |
| Compostability | Certain blends of NuPlastiQ are certified compostable, meaning they meet specific standards for compostability, such as disintegrating within a defined time frame and leaving no toxic residue. |
| Versatile | NuPlastiQ can be blended with traditional plastics to create BioBlends, which can be used in various applications ranging from packaging films to durable consumer products. These blends retain many characteristics of traditional plastics while being more environmentally responsible. |
| Circularity | NuPlastiQ fits into the concept of a circular economy by enhancing the recyclability and biodegradability of plastic products. It promotes a system where materials can be reused, recycled, or composted, thus minimizing waste. |
BioBlends are made by blending BioLogiQ’s NuPlastiQ resin with other conventional resins. BioBlends normally start as Masterbatch pellets containing 50% iQ (NuPlastiQ) and 50% fossil-fuel resin which are blended on standard compounding equipment. Masterbatch BioBlends are then blended further at the final process to obtain the desired NuPlastiQ content.
Example: for typical film applications, the BioBlend Masterbatch that contains 50% NuPlastiQ and 50% virgin LLDPE resin would be fed into the blown film hopper along with an additional 50% LLDPE base resin so that the final BioBlend content in the finished film would be 25% NuPlastiQ and 75% LLDPE. Other ratios are also possible and can be easily established by the appropriate down blending configuration.
BioLogiQ can provide BioBlend compounded resins directly from our factoryies in Idaho/USA and Shaoguan/China for trial and production activities. Please contact the factory for a direct discussion of your specific needs.
The impact of NuPlastiQ is profound, even at minimal inclusion rates. By blending just 20% of NuPlastiQ with traditional plastics, we can significantly accelerate the rate at which these materials biodegrade. This is not merely a small step towards sustainability but a giant leap for the environment. The economic and ecological benefits of this accelerated biodegradation are clear, offering a way to effectively manage waste and reduce long-term environmental damage. Not only that, Adding NuplastiQ do not require new equipments, companies can use their existing plastic and equipment.
BioLogiQ's rigorous testing has shown that a mix of NuPlastiQ and polyethylene can biodegrade within a year—contrast this with polyethylene's potential to persist for decades. The absence of polyethylene microplastics in post-biodegradation soil samples signifies a substantial reduction in environmental persistence, highlighting NuPlastiQ's effectiveness in breaking down plastic waste.
It has been proven that NuplastiQ workds in multiple commercialized applications with plastic such as, PE, PP, PS, ABS, PCR as well as Bio-plastic: PBAT, PLA, PHA and other resins utilizing various processes.
NuplastiQ’s application is almost unlimited, NuPlastiQ can be compounded with various partner resins to create a suite of BioBlends suitable for a wide range of applications:
BioLogiQ has collaborated with oceanographic institutes to study NuPlastiQ's potential to reduce the marine environmental persistence of leaked plastics. This research is a beacon of hope for our oceans, indicating that NuPlastiQ could play a pivotal role in mitigating the impact of plastic waste in marine ecosystems.
BioLogiQ has obtained several certifications for their biopolymer products. Here are the certifications they have achieved:
BioLogiQ's NuPlastiQ GP BioPolymer has earned the "USDA 100% Certified Biobased Product". This certification is managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's BioPreferred program, which aims to increase the use of biobased products and reduce reliance on petroleum. This label signifies that NuPlastiQ GP BioPolymer is fully derived from biological sources.
NuPlastiQ has received certification for OK Compost INDUSTRIAL and OK Compost HOME from TUV Austria. These certifications guarantee that NuPlastiQ complies with the requirements of the EU Packaging Directive and is biodegradable in both industrial and home composting environments. NuPlastiQ's compliance with EU Packaging Directive and its biodegradability in both industrial and home composting environments is certified by TUV Austria.
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Choosing NuPlastiQ is a strategic move towards sustainability that doesn't compromise on quality or disrupt your supply chain. It's an opportunity to align with consumer values and regulatory demands while positioning your brand as an industry leader in environmental stewardship.
For Brands: Leverage NuPlastiQ as a renewable plastic alternative to meet consumer demands for sustainable products and stand out in a crowded market.
For Manufacturers: A perfect eco-friendly plastic for manufacturers, Integrating NuPlastiQ into your products can enhance your environmental profile and ensure regulatory compliance.
For Innovators: Utilize NuplastiQ to drive sustainable innovation in your product development, ranging from automotive, electronics, packaging, and more.
Join us in leading the plastics industry into a sustainable future. Don't wait to make a change that can define your brand's legacy and lead the industry toward a greener future. Contact Sunta Chemical now to learn how NuPlastiQ can transform your products and contribute to a sustainable tomorrow.
Co-founder of Sunta Chemical and Director of Sustainability Department
Terry Fang
+85291909519
terry@sunta.hk
