RETARCH is an innovative sustainable biodegradable material developed from natural polymers including starch and cellulose. As a revolutionary solution to replace conventional plastics, RETARCH is applicable across a wide range of products from raw materials to ready-meal pouches, toothbrushes, and food containers.
Key Features
1. Omnidegadation
- Full decomposition in various environments: home composting, soil biodegradation, and anaerobic digestion
- No microplastic generation during degradation process
- Compatible with both industrial and home composting conditions
- Effective in food waste treatment systems and home composters
2. Environmental Sustainability
- Biomass-based material reducing carbon emissions by 7.2% at 10% content
- Thermoplastic starch (TPS)-based sustainable alternative to conventional plastics
- Perfect compatibility with standard plastics processing equipment
- Contributes to circular economy principles
3. Safety
- Free from harmful substances: 8 heavy metals, 25 types of phthalates, and 8 VOCs
- Safe for food contact applications and packaging materials
- Non-toxic to humans and environment throughout entire lifecycle
- Meets stringent safety standards for consumer products
Primary Applications
- Eco-Friendly Packaging: Food packaging, shipping materials, protective wrapping
- Agricultural Films: Mulching films, crop protection covers, agricultural packaging
- Food & Beverage Industry: Disposable containers, packaging solutions, service ware
- Retail Sector: Shopping bags, packaging materials, point-of-sale items
- Consumer Goods: Toothbrushes, disposable products, household items