Billoba develops bio‑based elastomer foams that replace petroleum‑derived rubber in sports and consumer‑goods applications. Their drop‑in foam delivers the same grip, stretch and durability as premium synthetic rubber while being 100 % petroleum‑free, hypoallergenic and able to cut carbon emissions by up to 90 %. The material is fully customizable and meets standards such as ASTM G154 for UV resistance.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Sports and consumer‑goods manufacturers rely on petroleum‑derived rubber that contains hazardous chemicals such as PFAS and generates high carbon emissions. Regulatory pressure and consumer demand are forcing brands to eliminate these materials, but suitable high‑performance alternatives are scarce.
Solution
Billoba supplies a bio‑based elastomer foam that can be used as a drop‑in replacement for conventional synthetic rubber. The material is 100 % petroleum‑free and engineered to meet the same technical specifications for grip, stretch, durability and UV resistance required in elite sports applications. Its formulation is fully customizable, allowing manufacturers to tailor hardness, elasticity and other properties to specific product needs. Because the foam is produced from renewable feedstocks, it reduces rubber‑related carbon emissions by up to 90 % and eliminates PFAS and other restricted chemicals, helping brands comply with emerging sustainability regulations. The foam is also hypoallergenic, odor‑neutral and designed for circularity, supporting end‑of‑life recycling or reuse.
Target Audience
Primary customers are manufacturers of sports equipment, outdoor apparel, footwear, yoga mats, wetsuits and other consumer‑goods that require high‑performance elastomers and need to meet PFAS bans and sustainability targets.
Features
- 100 % petroleum‑free bio‑based foam that matches premium synthetic rubber performance
- Fully customizable formulation for hardness, elasticity and other product‑specific parameters
- UV resistance certified to ASTM G154 and elite stretch compliance with ASTM D412
- Strong grip and durability suitable for high‑intensity water sports, yoga, and footwear
- Hypoallergenic, odor‑neutral surface safe for prolonged skin contact
- Circular design enabling recycling or reuse, reducing virgin material demand
- Decarbonized production pathway delivering up to 90 % lower carbon emissions compared to conventional rubber