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SHAPING THE FUTURE TOGETHER GREEN POLYMER
Co-creation and sustainability to be in focus Paques Biomaterials presents natural PHAs as green

for Kuraray at K alternatives to fossil-based plastics

Kuraray, the Japan-based specialty Dutch start-up fi rm, Paques Bio-
chemicals company, will present a materials, put the focus on Caleyda, its
wide range of high-tech materials natural polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)
for automotive, hygiene/medical, produced using organic waste streams
and packaging applications at the K as feedstock.
show with primary focus being on
innovation, co-creation and sustain- PHAs are a family of biopolyesters
ability. produced in nature by numerous
microorganisms. They are synthesised
Kuraray said it works closely with directly via fermentation of a carbon
customers to develop applications that substrate inside microorganisms and
meet regulatory demands, support sus- stored in the form of water insoluble
tainability, and match user-specifi c granules as energy and carbon reserves
performance and processing needs. inside their cells. PHAs are synthe-
“The most impactful solutions don’t sised by microbes in nutrient-defi cient
happen in isolation – they emerge conditions. They are separated from the
from close partnerships,” said Dr. microbes with the help of a solvent; the
Matthias Gutweiler, Managing Direc- solvent is then removed, the harvested
tor of Kuraray Europe GmbH. “Our PHA is washed, dried, and pelletised like cellulose or starch, is consumed by stration of the technology to produce
customers bring the challenges – we and Kuralpha off er solutions for  Hygiene & medical: Kuraray of- through an extruder. microbes once in soil, fresh water, or Caleyda. “The Caleyda extraction pilot
bring expertise, material science and recyclable rear lights, heat-resistant fers a wide range of solutions for marine environments. plant will help us scale up our techno-
an open mindset. Together we cre- head-up displays and recycling of the medical and hygiene industries: According to Paques Biomaterials, logy, prepare for a full-scale plant, and,
ate sustainable solutions that make a coated automotive parts as well as from medical fi lms and PHA-producing microbes can be found In 2022 Paques Biomaterials started in the meantime, provide material for
diff erence.” parts covered with decorative fi lm. adhesives to fi ne chemicals for the in several wastewater treatment plants operations of its fi rst demonstration application development,” company
EVAL EVOH, by contrast, is used manufacture of pharmaceuticals and can be enriched. plant for PHA biomass production in offi cials said.
At K, Kuraray will showcase how as a barrier layer in hydrogen tank and nonwovens that do not require Dordrecht, Netherlands. This facility
its materials address challenges in end- systems. chemical additives and are suit- Paques Biomaterials has developed can be used with diff erent PHA bio- According to Paques Biomate-
use areas like: able for the production of sterile two technologies (fermentation and mass production approaches and use rials, its PHA is similar in look, feel and
 Automotive: Kuraray’s materials  Packaging: The company’s bio- bandages, bandages, masks and extraction), using non-GMO fermenta- diff erent circular feedstock, brought performance to plastics produced from
for PFAS-free parts, heat-resistant circular and compostable materi- surgical caps. Another of Kura- tion to create a high-quality biopolymer in from other locations. In June 2025, fossil fuels, and because it comes from
displays, recyclable exterior com- als help address recyclability and ray’s focal areas of development from secondary feedstock with tune- Paques Biomaterials opened its PHA a renewable, bio-based resource, it is
ponents, and thermal solutions for performance requirements. It of- is dental technology, where it able properties and natural biodegrad- extraction pilot plant in Emmen, Nether- a sustainable alternative to traditional,
EVs and tyres tackle regulatory fers materials for recyclable mono- provides products such as self- ability in all environments. Caleyda, lands, completing the full demon- non-biodegradable plastics.
and e-mobility demands. Kuraray’s material barrier packaging con- etching adhesives, advanced lut-
PFAS-free polyamide Genestar is cepts – including biocircular Eval ing composites and aesthetically Chemical Weekly | Import-Export Data | Market Surveys
suitable for wear-proof bearings, EVOH, biodegradable Plantic, pleasing zirconium oxide blanks.
lightweight drivetrain components Kuraray Poval, Exceval, Elvanol, and The portfolio also includes thermo- Directories | Business Forums | Expositions
and heat management in electric Mowifl ex. These speciality barrier plastic elastomers such as Septon
vehicles. Its liquid rubber improves technologies help food & beverages and Hybrar, which are particularly The only organisation in India catering exclusively to the needs of the entire chemical industry
the rolling resistance of tyres and brand owners, plastics converters suitable for the production of
reduces production time and costs, and packaging manufacturers to fl exible, transparent and durable Contact:
while Mowital PFAS-free enables produce circular barrier packaging medical devices. SEVAK PUBLICATIONS PVT. LTD.
heat separable (reversible) lamina- while reducing their environmental 602-B, Godrej Coliseum, K.J. Somaiya Hospital Road,
tion of composite structures. impact and food waste by extending Kuraray will be exhibiting in Hall Behind Everard Nagar, Sion (E), Mumbai 400 022.
PMMA-based products such as Parapet shelf-life. 7a, Stand D06. Phone: +91-22-24044471 / 72; Email: admin@chemicalweekly.com

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