Products

Why Epoch?

Bio-Based

Epoch's materials are regenerated from food waste such as corn and potatoes. This not only makes the materials more eco-friendly but also helps reduce food waste by converting it into useful products, effectively supporting the realization of a circular economy.

Carbon Emissions

These materials reduce carbon emissions by at least 30% during the initial manufacturing process. Choosing Epoch's materials not only meets environmental standards but also helps businesses contribute to the reduction of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Compost Certification

Epoch's materials are certified for both industrial and home composting. This means that used products can be safely composted in either domestic or industrial facilities, further reducing waste impact on the environment.

Degradation Certification

These materials naturally degrade not only in home environments but also in marine environments. This is particularly important as it helps reduce ocean plastic pollution, protecting the health of aquatic ecosystems.

Epoch's green materials offers the following benefits:

Bio-Based

Materials sourced from renewable biomass.

Biodegradable

Materials that can be decomposed by microorganisms into natural substances.

Compostable

Materials that break down under composting conditions, producing organic fertilizer.

生物基

Bio-Based

生物降解

Biodegradable

堆肥效應

Compostable

Epoch's Circular Triangle:

Bio-based materials from renewable biomass decompose into natural substances and convert to organic fertilizer under composting conditions. This process enhances soil quality and supports environmental sustainability and resource utilization.

Epoch Cycle

PHA

Polyhydroxy Alkanoate, PHA

Produced by fermenting sugars or lipids with microorganisms, PHA is then polymerized. It has similar properties to traditional fossil-based plastics, like polyethylene (PE), and can be processed using conventional plastic manufacturing equipment. Additionally, PHA decomposes in natural environments (such as soil and oceans) and has excellent gas barrier properties, making it suitable for food packaging.

✓ Excellent and Consistent Processability

✓ Compatible with Traditional Equipments

Common Applications

Food Packaging

Tableware

Straws

Paper Cup Liner

Films & Bags

BioPBS

Poly-Butylene Succinate, PBS

Made from natural resources like sugarcane, cassava, and corn, BioPBS™ can be composted into biomass, carbon dioxide, and water. Products made with BioPBS™ can be processed with organic waste. BioPBS™ has no adverse environmental impact and can naturally compost without special facilities. It offers excellent low-temperature heat sealability and flexibility, making it widely used in food packaging materials.

Common Application

✓ Excellent and Stable Processability
✓ Compatible with Traditional Equipments, No Extra Investment Needed

✓ BioPBS™ is compatible with existing extrusion coating machines, blown film extruders, and injection molding machines. It is safe for contact with food, including mildly acidic, fatty, and oily foods.

Paper Cup Lining

Films & Bags

PLA

Polylactic acid, PLA

Produced by fermenting starches and sugars (like corn and sugarcane) into lactic acid, PLA is the most widely used bio-based bioplastic. It has good mechanical properties, making it suitable for packaging and durable consumer goods. However, its decomposition requires specialized equipment and specific environmental conditions (e.g., high temperature) for microbial degradation. PLA is often mixed with starch to enhance biodegradability and reduce costs. Additionally, PLA is biocompatible, making it useful for medical devices like plates and bone screws.

✓ Excellent and Consistent Processability

✓ Compatible with Traditional Equipment

Food Packaging

Tableware

Straws

Common Application