great plastics, naturally
We supply a great range of bioplastics that replace existing oil based materials in a wide variety of applications. Naturally sourced our plastic polymers have a high sustainable content and can recycle back to nature.
Our customers are our focus and we provide full application support to brand owners and converters working with them to enhance the value of their products through development and design.
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The bioplastics market is a rapidly evolving and interesting dynamic space. We are often asked to explain what is going on and why bioplastics are an important part of building a more sustainable economy.
Chris Goodhall has now written a fascinating paper on this subject. Click below to read his paper titled: Bioplastics: an important component in global sustainability.
featured products
BiomeEP
BiomeEP is Biome’s new range of bioplastic polymers for the flexible film market. Providing the usual high performance and biocredentials expected from Biome Bioplastics materials they also have enhanced wet-out and print adhesion that enables fabulous print quality at high production speeds.
Find out more >BiomeHT
The BiomeHT range is a new class of bioplastic with a higher temperature capability whilst retaining great environmental credentials. With a softening point of greater than 90°C, in both dry and aqueous conditions, this is some 20-30°C above many other competitive bioplastics.
Find out more >applications
horticulture/agriculture
Our bioplastics are the perfect product for these applications, providing the strength and versatility of conventional plastics whilst saving cost on disposal. Plant based sustainable sources appeal to end users in this sector whilst independent tests prove our products enhance soil fertility on decomposition.
packaging
Packaging without the guilt? Our great range of plastics can be used to form a wide range of packaging items. Consumers respond positively to the great natural feel of our materials, their sustainable origins and their potential for composting or digestive disposal.
electronics
Standby for bioplastics! As manufacturers seek to improve the energy performance of electronic devices both in standby and operating mode, there is no point overlooking those standard oil-based plastic casings.
personal care/cosmetics
Looking good? Our great range of plastics can help your products look good and care for the environment.
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news & events
7 May 2013
BBC features Biome research
The BBC recently sent a film crew to Biome's facilities in Southampton to find out more about our work investigating new sources of chemicals for the manufacture of bioplastics. Read more >
4 April 2013
Biome Bioplastics to investigate new source of organic chemicals for bioplastic manufacture
The UK’s innovation agency, the Technology Strategy Board, has awarded a grant to a consortium led by Biome Technologies, to investigate a bio-based alternative for the oil derived organic chemicals used in the manufacturer of bioplastics. Read more >
4 March 2013
Bang Goes the Potato
Biome Bioplastic's products are featured on the BBC's "Bang Goes the Theory Read more >
22 January 2013
Flying the flag for UK biotechnology
A potato-based and fully biodegradable Union Jack flag manufactured by Biome BIoplastics will oversee proceedings today at the UK’s largest showcase of industrial biotechnology. Read more >
22 January 2013
Biome Bioplastics Exhibits at "Leading IB - A UK Showcase"
Biome Bioplastics is exhibiting at "Leading IB - A UK Showcase" on January 22nd 2013 Read more >
30 April 2012
Bioversity Hosts 1st Bioplastics Symposium: 28-29 June Switzerland
Bioversity, Biome Bioplastic's agent in the German speaking markets, is hosting a bioplastics symposium in Lucerne, Switzerland, on 28-29 June. Read more >
29 April 2012
Biome Bioplastics Keeps Marathon Runners Warm
Bioplastic capes keep Dusseldorf Marathon runners warm Read more >
23 April 2012
Biome Bioplastics Supports Tree Planting in Europe
Returning to the ground from where they came, Biome Bioplastics publishes a case study on how its customer, Natural Plastics, is helping to support tree planting in Northern Europe. Read more >
29 March 2012
Bioplastic Division Reaches Breakeven
Biome Bioplastic's parent company (Biome Technologies) has reported its results for 2011. This includes new that Biome Bioplastics grew 81% in the year and the Bioplastics Division made a maiden profit. Read more >
13 January 2012
Biome Bioplastics Releases New Brochure for 2012
Biome Bioplastics has a new brochure that outlines the rationale for bioplastics and the incredible range of product applications Read more >




