Earthodic develops Biobarc™, a bio-based coating that enhances the barrier properties of paper packaging, making it strong, water-resistant, and fully recyclable. This technology addresses the issue of non-recyclable coatings in packaging, contributing to a circular economy by reducing landfill waste and enabling the repulping of coated materials.
Funding
$5.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Conventional paper packaging often requires coatings to enhance performance, such as water resistance and strength. However, many existing coatings are not fully bio-based and prevent the paper from being recycled, contributing to landfill waste.
Solution
Earthodic develops Biobarc™, a range of bio-based coatings designed to enhance the barrier properties of paper packaging while ensuring recyclability. Biobarc™ coatings enable the manufacture of strong, water-resistant paper packaging that can be repulped and recycled, facilitating a circular economy. These coatings are formulated using renewable biopolymers, such as lignin, a byproduct of the papermaking process, reducing reliance on fossil-based materials. Earthodic's coatings can be applied using existing equipment, allowing packaging companies to integrate sustainable practices with minimal disruption. By maximizing the amount of material that can be reclaimed, Biobarc™ helps companies cut their carbon footprint.
Target Audience
Earthodic's primary customers include paper manufacturers, paper coaters, paper converters, and consumer brands seeking sustainable packaging solutions.
Features
- Biobarc™ coatings enhance water resistance and strength of paper packaging.
- Formulated with 100% bio-based ingredients, including lignin.
- Certified recyclable by Western Michigan University (WMU) according to the Voluntary Protocol of the American Fiber Box Association (FBA).
- USDA Certified Biobased Product.
- Drop-in solution compatible with existing coating equipment.
- Reduces carbon emissions by enabling more paper fibers to be repulped and recycled.
- Biobarc™ Grip and Biobarc™ Slide provide tailored properties for different performance requirements.