Can we reduce our dependence on oil and microplastic pollution without disrupting our production methods? Yes! Thanks to CareTips®, this is now entirely achievable!
A fully bio-based and biodegradable polymer in all environments, CareTips® is revolutionizing the materials market by offering a healthy and innovative alternative to traditional plastics.
But that’s not all: CareTips® integrates seamlessly with all your plastic processing methods. This turnkey solution is ideal for rethinking your existing products or developing new ones.
moving away from oil is a necessity
Moving away from oil is essential, for environmental reasons, for our health, and to reduce dependence on this strategic resource.
This is true for energy, and just as true for the plastics industry!
But what about bio-based or biodegradable alternatives? Are there technically viable, economically accessible solutions available in sufficient quantities?
Bio-based and biodegradable alternatives do exist
Take polyolefins, for example, a family that includes the most common plastic materials (PP and PE).
As we explained here, bio-based alternatives to polyolefins do exist, and major brands like Coca-Cola and LEGO are actively exploring them.
And some bio-based alternatives are even biodegradable! Such is the case with CareTips®, our natural polymer that is non-persistent and non-toxic.
The scarcity of bioplastics is a myth
Let’s bust a common misconception: the “scarcity” of bio-based polymers is a myth.
While the biopolymer industry is still developing, bioplastic production capacity is gradually adapting to meet demand.
Furthermore, the raw materials needed to produce bio-based materials are abundant, as biomass is all around us.
Both plant and animal biomass can be used to create innovative new bio-based materials, which is exactly what Lactips is doing!
The use of biomass is far from new, it has been part of human history for centuries: from wood to plant fibers (cotton, flax, hemp), to leather, and more.
Invest in innovation
Thanks to innovation, developing biodegradable, bio-based, and economically viable materials is not only possible, it’s recommended.
Investing in innovation allows you to meet consumer expectations while also becoming more resilient to regulatory changes, by having access to a wider range of material options.
But to develop innovative products, two key components are needed:
- Materials – Find the bioplastic that meets your technical requirements.
- Processes – Adapt existing methods and workflows to reach maximum production efficiency.
Working in partnership with Lactips allows you to address both of these challenges!
WHAT are the advantages of lactips blends?
Lactips blends are made from natural proteins and plant-based ingredients, derived from renewable resources. They are therefore 100% sustainable!
Our CareTips® granules are also biodegradable. When added to your formulations, they help accelerate the biodegradability of your materials.
Address microplastic pollution with CareTips®
Microplastic pollution is a global threat.
With CareTips®, you’re also fighting against this invisible pollution, because its biodegradation does not release any microplastics!
A material compatible with plastics processing equipment
CareTips® has thermoplastic and water-dispersible properties.
Our material fits perfectly into all standard plastics processing techniques:
- Blown extrusion
- Aqueous coating
- Extrusion coating
- Injection molding
- And more…
CareTips® is compatible with existing industrial equipment, making the transition to renewable materials possible without additional investment. Plus, since the processing temperatures are lower, shaping the material is less energy-intensive, addressing a major industry concern: the cost of electricity.
Choose lactips Blends!
With its Blend range, Lactips helps you develop innovative products for a microplastic-free future.
Choose our ready-to-use solutions or customize your formulations by adding CareTips® as a biodegradability booster.
Interested in using CareTips® in your production processes?
