BDP® Bio-Ingredient

Understanding BDP

What Is It?
What Is It?

BDP® is an organic ingredient that is added to plastic during manufacturing.

How Does It Work?
How Does It Work?

BDP® attracts bacteria in landfill, soil and in marine water, allowing them to consume plastic.

Why Is It Great?
Why Is It Great?

Plastic can take centuries to decompose. BDP® helps accelerate this.

What Is It Added To PLastic?
What Is It Added To PLastic?

BDP® is a drop in polymer, added to the manufacturing process of products in the same way that colorant is added.

Is It Recyclable?
Is It Recyclable?

BDP® treated plastics are completely recyclable and should always be recycled.

Does It Cause Microplastics?
Does It Cause Microplastics?

No. Microbes are hungry and they don’t leave microplastics behind.

BDP® at a Glance

Budget-Friendly
Budget-Friendly

Offering sustainable solutions without compromising financial viability.

Versatile
Versatile

Can be used in almost all plastic types

Recyclable
Recyclable

Does not affect recycling

Backed by data
Backed by data

Over 100 test reports for biodegradation & toxicity showing no microplastics remain. all tested by globally recognised 3rd party labs and institutions.

Over 100 test Available for Any Colour
Over 100 tesAvailable for Any Colour

Retaining flexibility in product aesthetics and customisation.
t reports for biodegradation & toxicity showing no microplastics remain. all tested by globally recognized 3rd party labs and institutions.

Responsibly addresses end-of-life
Responsibly addresses end-of-life

A backstop solution for plastics that escape recycling and end up in landfill or in nature,

How BDP® Technology Works

BDP® is an organic ingredient that is blended into plastic during manufacturing.

At the core of BDP® technology lies a sophisticated process that mimics nature’s own mechanisms.

By infusing organic nutrients and compounds into plastic, the injection moulded products effectively lure naturally occurring microbes into consuming the plastic entirely.

This ingenious ingredient deceives microbes, initiating the plastic’s natural decomposition post-usage, recycling, or disposal.

Following the plastic’s lifecycle, minute bacteria found in landfills, oceans and soil devour it entirely, culminating in the production of compost and biogas.

The compost enriches soil health, fostering sustainable agricultural practices, while the captured biogas can be harnessed as a source of clean energy, contributing to a circular economy model.

Technical Insights into BDP®

In the microscopic realm, BDP® acts as a magnet for microbes, enticing them to colonize the plastic’s surface. Through enzymatic secretion, the plastic undergoes a transformative process, attracting moisture and microbes. A biofilm forms, teeming with microbial activity, facilitating the decomposition of the plastic.

During hydrolysis, polymer chains are broken down into individual monomers, providing sustenance for the microbes. Throughout this process, the microbes attract more of their kind to partake in the consumption of the plastic mass. Ultimately, the majority of by products are consumed, leaving behind predominantly methane which is captured for clean energy production.

Applications and Benefits

BDP® technology seamlessly integrates with various virgin and recycled materials, transforming them into sustainable products with food-grade approval. This versatility not only expands product application possibilities but also ensures compliance with stringent industry standards. BDP®’s low dosage requirements makes it an economically feasible option for injection moulding, aligning with cost-conscious manufacturing objectives.

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