BioPBS: Explained

Most of our products have the option to be coated with BioPBS as an alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastic coatings such as PE.

So, what is BioPBS? BioPBS is a biodegradable and compostable bioplastic material which can be used as a barrier on paper products such as cups and bowls. Invented by the Mitsubishi Corporation, it is fully certified and food-safe. Despite being a bio-based material, BioPBS still has excellent resistance to hot liquids.

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Which food packaging products can be coated with BioPBS?

Due to it’s great resistance to heat and hot liquids, it is an ideal paper coating for paper cups. It’s also suitable as an inner coating for food containers, soup bowls, and ice-cream cups.

Where is BioPBS made?

The Mitsibushi Chemical Coporation engineered BioPBS then made a production partnership with the Thai government – who were aiming to be a key player in the production of sustainable materials using their large natural resources. Together they funded the generation of commercial plants to produce the resin material in Thailand.

Is BioPBS certified?

BioPBS holds many certifications including EN 13432 which means it’s compostable in commercial composting facilitities. While it will degrade at ambient temperatures, the paper coating falls short of the home composting certification for Europe and the US. However, we’re currently trialling the next generation of BioPBS coating which hopes to achieve this certification.

Will BioPBS coated paper cups degrade?

Yes. BioPBS is compostable into biomass, carbon dioxide, and water. It can be disposed of with organic waste and will degrade naturally in ambient temperatures.

Do you supply BioPBS raw materials?

No, we do not. We produce and supply paper packaging products that use BioPBS as a barrier coating.

How does BioPBS compare to PLA?

As a paper coating, BioPBS excels in biodegradability and compostability. It’s also fully certified (unlike many PLA coated products).

What is BioPBS made from?

BioPBS is a bioplastic polymer that uses natural substances such as sugarcane, cassava, and corn.

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Certifications

BioPBS is food-contact approved and passed the most demanding bio based and compostability requirements. These certifications cover all types of BioPBS.

Food Contact

US: FCS / FCN No.1574 / No.1643
Europe: EU10/2011
Japan: ‘Positive List (PL)’ Japan
Hygienic Olefine and Styrene Plastics Association

Bio Based

BP (Biomass Pla) 299/300
ASTM D6866
DIN Certco 8C084 / 8C085 / 8C083

Compostable

US, BPI (certif. 10528580)
Europe, EN13432
OK COMPOST – OK COMPOST HOME
by Vincotte (certif. S.534)
Japan, GreenPla (No.1103 & No.1104)

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