NuPlastiQ is a new generation of plant-based plastic that can outperform other traditional starch based resins. A novel method is used to combine NuPlastiQ and other fuel-based resins like PP and PE to give the end products these amazing results:
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Benefits of NuPlastiQ
| NuPlastiQ Product Family | NuPlastiQ XP | NuPlastiQ XD | NuPlastiQ BC | NuPlastiQ GP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Durability | Biodegradable | ||
| NuPlastiQ Blended With (partner resin) | PE, PP, PS, etc | ABS, PP, TPE, rHDPE, etc | PHA, PBAT, PLA, etc | 100% NuPlastiQ, to be blended with fuel-based resins |
Plant based, renewable  |  | | | |
| Biodegradable (including partner resin, eg LDPE) | | | (ASTM D6400 and Vincotte EN-13432) | (ASTM D6400 and Vincotte EN-13432) |
| Stronger, more durable (allows for down-gauging) | | | | NA |
| USDA Certified Biobased Content | | | | (100%) |
| Reduced fossil fuel-based plastics usage (down-gauging) | | | | NA |
| Maintain or even increase the recyclability | | | | NA |
| Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) | (40-50%) | | | 5 times less energy to produce NuPlastiQ GP than Polyethylene |
| Reduce food waste by using plant scrap | | | | NA |
| Maintains or increases long term recyclability of partner plastics | | No | No | NA |
| Shelf Stable (2 years and more) | | | | |
| Applications | bags, jugs, and stretch films | rigid containers, footwear, toys, and consumer electronics | retail containers, trays, cups, lids, plates, utensils, bags, agricultural & industrial films | To be blended with fuel-based plastics to make XP, XD and BC. |