OzoneBio produces biodegradable bioplastics from lignocellulosic waste, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics. Their process transforms agricultural and forestry byproducts into eco-friendly materials, reducing waste and reliance on fossil fuels.
Funding
$3M 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
The traditional production of adipic acid, a key component in Nylon 66, relies on petrochemicals and generates significant nitrous oxide emissions, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide. This process contributes substantially to global greenhouse gas emissions and environmental damage.
Solution
OzoneBio offers a sustainable alternative by producing bio-adipic acid from lignocellulosic waste, such as wood waste and nut shells, using a proprietary green chemistry process. Their bio-catalytic technology, employing "zombie cells," converts waste feedstocks into bio-adipic acid with high efficiency and minimal greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative approach eliminates the need for petroleum-derived materials and reduces the carbon footprint associated with Nylon 66 production. The resulting bio-adipic acid can be used to create bio-nylon (OzoNyl) and other sustainable materials, offering a drop-in replacement for traditional adipic acid in various applications. OzoneBio's technology upcycles waste materials, reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and provides a pathway to a circular economy.
Target Audience
OzoneBio's primary customers include chemical companies, sportswear brands, automotive manufacturers, and other industries seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics and nylon, as well as companies looking to reduce their carbon footprint and utilize eco-friendly materials.
Features
- Production of bio-adipic acid from waste lignocellulosic biomass (wood waste, nut shells)
- Proprietary "zombie cell" bio-catalytic technology for efficient conversion of feedstocks
- Emission-free production process, eliminating nitrous oxide emissions associated with traditional adipic acid manufacturing
- Production of Bio-nylon 66 (OzoNyl) crafted from wood-derived adipic acid
- High conversion efficiency (98%) of feedstocks to bio-adipic acid
- Bio-adipic acid is lab certified and entirely bio-based in origin (ASTM D6866)
- Products include Bio-Adipic acid, Blue Adipic acid, OzoNyl, and Vanilloze
- Applications in automotive components, textiles, cosmetics, and biodegradable plastics