A DNA of science and environmental ethics
Microplastics have made their way into our rivers, our soil and even into our bodies, posing a serious threat to all living things. At Lactips, we are working hard every day to address this threat to our environment and to future generations. How? By developing innovative, environmentally-friendly solutions that help promote a societal transition to a world free of microplastic pollution.
Our objective: to lead a society-wide ecological transition
We actively assist manufacturers, producers and marketers by offering them a high-performance alternative to conventional fossil-based plastics. Through our expertise, dynamic approach to innovation and support, we are helping them to use materials that are both environmentally friendly and effective.
Our values: a shared commitment to create a greener world
- Pioneering innovation: we are constantly reinventing ourselves in order to develop environmentally-friendly, biodegradable solutions. We are pioneers, blazing a trail for a new generation of materials.
- Collective commitment: this transition is a challenge facing us all. Everyone has a vital role to play. Together, we are working to build a future that is inclusive and non-toxic.
- A more environmentally-friendly world: we are working in partnership to reduce the environmental footprint of our products so that we can ensure that future generations can enjoy a healthy, vibrant planet.
- Quality and excellence: our products are useful, effective and respectful of the environment. Our commitment in this respect is uncompromising.
- Transparency and responsibility: we believe in communicating clearly and honestly, which is essential if we are to empower everyone and help them make more sustainable and informed choices.
- Information and awareness: we are committed to raising awareness among our customers, partners and the general public regarding environmental and health issues, sustainable solutions and the need for a circular economy.
Working together towards a microplastic-free future.
We are not just a company; we are on a mission.
Natural Solutions to Microplastics is not just a motto, it’s a pledge to help build a future where nature, industry and innovation can coexist in harmony.
This is not merely an objective; it is something we are already working with others to bring about!
Pushing the boundaries of innovation to create an environmentally-friendly future
From university laboratory to manufacturing SME.
The Lactips adventure began in 2007, when Frédéric Prochazka, a lecturer and researcher at the University of Saint-Étienne, decided to investigate the potential of bio-based materials. In 2008, his research led to the creation of the first casein-based biodegradable pellets, laying the foundations for a major breakthrough.
In 2014, Frédéric joined forces with Marie-Hélène Gramatikoff to officially found Lactips (an anagram of Plastic), with a clear objective: to revolutionise the plastics industry.
After several years of development, organisation, fund-raising and a first production facility in a business incubator in the town of Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds (42), Lactips began manufacturing in 2022. With its new production plant located in Saint-Paul-en-Jarez (42), the company also took on a new CEO, Alexis von Tschammer.
Today, with a workforce of close to 50, Lactips has a clear vision as a company:
to push the boundaries of innovation in order to bring about a future free from plastic pollution, by combining cutting-edge scientific research with industrial drive.
Lactips is leading the way towards a sustainable world
We want our company to be reflective of our product: environmentally-friendly and healthy.
For our teams
We are building an agile and resilient organisation in which a talented and passionate multidisciplinary team is making its contribution to the task of creating a more environmentally-friendly future.
For the environment
In keeping with the solutions we are developing, we have launched a decarbonisation plan to reduce our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and we have incorporated this approach into an ambitious CSR strategy.
For health
Human health is central to our commitment to reinvent materials that combine safety and sustainability. By focusing on products that are free from potentially harmful substances, Lactips is proactively focusing on the challenges of tomorrow in order to protect our well-being and that of future generations.
Promoting regulatory change
As a member of the AFCB (French Association for Bio-based Compostables) and the EUBP (European Bioplastics), we are cooperating with a network of partners to ensure that regulations are conducive to creating a more sustainable world.