BioCloak provides biodegradable biopolymer encapsulation for pesticides, fertilizers, and animal nutrition actives, replacing petroleum‑based polymer coatings with sustainable, low‑cost alternatives. Their technology delivers controlled, targeted release that improves uptake efficiency while eliminating microplastic pollution, and can be integrated into existing formulation processes for growers and feed manufacturers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Current encapsulation coatings for pesticides, fertilizers, and nutrients rely on non‑biodegradable, petroleum‑based polymers, contributing to microplastic pollution in agricultural soils and water systems. Regulations are increasingly restricting such synthetic polymers, creating a need for sustainable alternatives that do not compromise product performance.
Solution
BioCloak replaces plastic polymer coatings with bio‑based encapsulation technologies that protect and control the release of active ingredients in agriculture, landscaping, and animal nutrition. Their biodegradable biopolymers enable slow, targeted delivery of pesticides, fertilizers, and nutrients, reducing loss and improving uptake efficiency. The approach eliminates microplastic generation while maintaining or enhancing the efficacy of the active ingredients. BioCloak’s platform is designed to be low‑cost and scalable, allowing growers and feed manufacturers to meet environmental regulations without sacrificing performance.
Target Audience
Primary customers are crop and livestock farmers, agribusinesses, and animal feed manufacturers seeking sustainable, high‑performance encapsulation solutions for their active ingredients.
Features
- Biodegradable biopolymer matrices that replace petroleum‑based coatings for controlled‑release applications
- Tailored release profiles for pesticides, fertilizers, and animal nutrition actives to maximize uptake and reduce waste
- Compatibility with existing formulation processes, enabling easy integration into current production lines
- Low‑cost material selection to keep product pricing competitive with conventional synthetic coatings
- Environmental benefit of eliminating microplastic residues from field and irrigation systems