Kbi-058 -

Your partner for a waste‑free future—choose KBI‑058 and close the loop on packaging.

1. Overview KBI‑058 is a next‑generation, fully biodegradable polymer engineered to replace conventional petroleum‑based plastics in a wide range of packaging applications. Developed by Kinetic BioInnovations (KBI) , this material combines high mechanical performance with rapid environmental degradation, offering a truly circular solution for the modern supply chain. 2. Key Features | Feature | Description | Benefit | |---------|-------------|---------| | Renewable Feedstock | Synthesized from sustainably sourced corn‑starch and sugarcane‑derived monomers. | Reduces reliance on fossil resources and lowers carbon footprint. | | High Tensile Strength | Up to 45 MPa (comparable to low‑density polyethylene). | Maintains structural integrity for heavy‑load packaging. | | Excellent Barrier Properties | Water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) ≤ 0.8 g m⁻² day⁻¹; oxygen barrier ≤ 15 cm³ m⁻² day⁻¹ atm⁻¹. | Extends shelf life of moisture‑sensitive foods. | | Fast Compostability | Meets ASTM D6400, EN 13432, and ISO 17088 standards; 90 % degradation within 90 days in industrial compost. | Enables closed‑loop waste management. | | Low Processing Temperature | Melt flow at 150 °C ± 5 °C. | Compatible with existing extrusion and injection‑molding lines; reduces energy consumption. | | Transparent & Printable | Optical clarity > 85 % (400 nm‑800 nm) and excellent ink adhesion. | Supports premium branding and product visibility. | | Food‑Contact Safe | FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 & EU Regulation 10/2011 compliant. | Directly usable for fresh produce, bakery, and ready‑to‑eat meals. | | Recyclable in Bioplastic Streams | Identified as “Bioplastic #7 – Other” in most municipal collection schemes. | Provides an additional end‑of‑life pathway where composting is unavailable. | 3. Technical Specifications | Parameter | Value | Test Standard | |-----------|-------|----------------| | Density | 0.92 g cm⁻³ | ASTM D792 | | Melt Flow Index (MFI) | 8 g/10 min (190 °C, 2.16 kg) | ASTM D1238 | | Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) | 68 °C (0.45 MPa) | ASTM D648 | | Impact Resistance (Izod) | 180 J m⁻¹ | ASTM D256 | | Moisture Absorption (24 h at 23 °C/50 % RH) | 0.25 % wt. | ASTM D570 | | Compostability (Industrial) | ≥ 90 % disintegration in 90 days | ISO 17088 | | UV‑Stability | Retains > 85 % tensile strength after 1000 h UVA exposure | ASTM G154 | 4. Applications | Sector | Typical Uses | Value Added | |--------|--------------|-------------| | Food & Beverage | Fresh produce trays, bakery clamshells, dairy sachets, beverage bottles. | Extends freshness, meets strict food‑contact regulations. | | Consumer Goods | Personal‑care product jars, detergent bottles, electronics packaging. | Improves brand perception with eco‑friendly messaging. | | Medical & Pharma | Sterile blister packs, disposable syringes, wound‑care dressings. | Provides safe, compostable alternatives to PVC. | | Agriculture | Seedling trays, mulch films, fertilizer pouches. | Degrades in soil, eliminating removal costs. | | Industrial | Protective films, gasket components, temporary tooling. | Offers high strength while reducing end‑of‑life waste. | 5. Environmental Impact | Metric | KBI‑058 | Conventional PE | Reduction | |--------|--------|----------------|-----------| | CO₂ Emissions (production) | 1.2 kg CO₂ kg⁻¹ | 2.5 kg CO₂ kg⁻¹ | 52 % | | Non‑renewable Energy Use | 0.6 MJ kg⁻¹ | 2.8 MJ kg⁻¹ | 79 % | | Landfill Volume | 0 % (biodegrades) | 100 % (persistent) | – | | Marine Litter Potential | Negligible (rapid degradation) | High | – | KBI-058