Carapac

WHAT IS IT?

Using waste crustacean shells, Carapac produces compostable plastics. Their bioplastics naturally have antifungal and antibacterial properties. This way, their food packaging extends the shelf life of the food products wrapped with them. When placing the packaging in the soil after use, it slowly releases nitrogen, nurturing the soil. When ending up in the ocean, the packaging will dissolve naturally and safely be consumed by marine animals.

 

HOW IS IT MADE?

The product is made from chitin extracted from crustacean shell waste.

 

USE CASES

Snack packaging, herb sleeves, meal kit packaging, and camping/outdoor lifestyle applications.

 

Applicable Circular Principles

1. Life-Friendly Chemistry

2. Efficient use of materials, water and energy

3. Design for biological or technical loops

4. Build with abundant, accessible, and renewable resources

More info on circular principles

 

Location

Australia

 

More Info

www.carapac.com.au

 

 

TOPICS

• Animal
• Circular Materials
• Packaging

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