A partnership between BioLogiQ and Dow is set to explore potential synergies between the former’s NuPlastiQ plant-based biopolymer and Dow’s PE resin portfolio in the hopes of enabling more plant-based plastic products.

Last year, BioLogiQ revealed test results which showed that 97% biodegradation of a GP/PBAT film in the ocean water within a one-year period according to ASTM-D6691 standards for marine biodegradability. The key to this eco-friendly plastic compound is the NuPlastiQ GP General Purpose BioPolymer. GP is a 100% natural, renewably-resourced, plant-based resin, which is derived from excess starch produced and usually discarded during potato processing. The composite has been certified by TUV Austria to marine biodegrade in 28 days. When PBAT is mixed with NuPlastiQ GP, it also biodegrades in marine environments.

As a science-driven company, Dow will be pouring its resources to evaluate the technical and environmental advantages that could be achieved by combining NuPlastiQ with Dow’s polyethylene.

During the next year, Dow and BioLogiQ will perform evaluations at Dow’s Pack Studio Development Center in Freeport, Texas and engage brands, research institute and associations to evaluate the range of benefits from a combined offering.