PhaBuilder, Solenis to develop PHA-based paper packaging

Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, and Beijing PhaBuilder Biotechnology Co., Ltd., (PhaBuilder), an innovative synthetic biology enterprise, will collaborate on further developing key PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) - based technology for the paper packaging market. PHAs are a group of biodegradable polyesters that are synthesized by microorganisms.

"The global agreement between Solenis and PhaBuilder will enable unique technology to the paper packaging market", said William (Bill) Kuecker, Senior Director, Global Strategic Marketing at Solenis, "to meet the growing needs of more sustainable solutions for the packaging industry."

"This strategic cooperation will help enhance the application of PHA-based materials," said Ms. Sherry Xu, President of PhaBuilder, "the newly developed technology will ultimately reduce the impact on the environment, bringing a greener and more sustainable future."

"I'm delighted to witness the strategic agreement signing between Solenis and PhaBuilder," said Ed Connors, President of Global Business and Consumer Solutions at Solenis, "Solenis has been committed to improving our sustainability - and the sustainability of our customers. This agreement is a new milestone in our demonstration to the sustainable strategic vision."

Polyhydroxyalkanoates or PHAs  are a group of biodegradable polyesters that are synthesized by microorganisms. (Photo source: PhaBuilders)

Using PhaBuilder PHA Products, Hengxin obtained the world's first certificate for PHA coated paper product

In June 2024, DIN Germany announced that Hefei Hengxin Life Science and Technology Co., Ltd. (Hengxin) obtained the world's first DIN certificate of PHA coated paper products. Chairman Yan Deping of Hengxin stated that this achievement is the result of years of research, continuous innovation, and pursuit of excellence by Tsinghua University, PhaBuilder, and Hengxin. This product not only has excellent physical properties and environmental benefits, but also has made a significant breakthrough in the processing techniques, filling the gap in PHA market.

PHA is a green and sustainable material manufactured through green and low-carbon bio-fermentation. Its application in paper products will help promote the eco-friendly development of the paper industry.

The PHA coating of the paper products manufactured by Hengxin is made from the PHA raw material of PhaBuilder. PhaBuilder was established by Professor George Guo-Qiang Chen from Tsinghua University who specializes in synthetic biology.

Lars Kellmer and leaders of DIN Germany also highly praised Hengxin at the meeting. Lars Kellmer said that the DIN certificate is an important proof of the company's technological innovation and product quality. Hengxin will continue to take the responsibility of promoting the development of PHA coated paper products, deepening research and development, optimizing processing technology, and improving product quality and performance in order to meet the growing needs of the market and customers.

In the future, Hengxin will actively promote the application of PHA coated paper products with PhaBuilder, cooperate with more business partners and customers, and jointly promote the greening and low-carbon process of the consumer goods packaging industry.