[Insight] Biodegradable PHA Moves Into Straws and Artificial Turf as CJ CheilJedang Expands Applications
CJ CheilJedang is expanding commercial applications for its biodegradable PHA material across packaging, food-service products and other consumer goods, as global interest grows in alternatives to petroleum-based plastics and microplastics.The South Korean company said Friday that its PHA technology
CJ CheilJedang is broadening the use of its biodegradable PHA material for straws and artificial turf as demand grows for eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastics. The South Korean firm highlighted its PHA technology and commercialization efforts in an Associated Press report, which was covered by major U.S. media outlets.
PHA, a bio-based polymer made from plant-derived sugars, can fully decompose in both soil and marine environments, making it ideal for items that conventional plastics often linger in the environment. CJ CheilJedang, the sole PHA producer in South Korea, has been working to transition the material into everyday products. In 2022, the company launched PHACT, its biodegradable materials brand, and has since applied PHA to packaging, artificial turf, and reusable straws. This year, the company also partnered with American coffee chains to supply PHA-based straws.
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