Korean companies will use PBAT and Limex as feedstock
SK Leaveo, a subsidiary of South Korean chemical giant SKC specializing in biodegradable materials, has has reportedly partnered with paper product manufacturer KleanNara to create a line of biodegradable hygiene products, starting with eco-friendly wet wipes. According to a report in the Korea Herald, the two companies will focus on producing hygiene products that are not only sustainable but also practical for everyday use. The collaboration aims to harness new materials such as polybutylene adipate terephthalate, or PBAT, and a biodegradable material called Limestone Material Extraordinaire, or Limex, to replace traditional plastic components in products like wet wipes, diapers and feminine hygiene products.
The decision to begin with wet wipes comes in response to their widespread use and the environmental issues associated with their disposal.
As part of its broader commitment to sustainability, SK Leaveo is also set to construct a major PBAT production facility in Hai Phong, Vietnam. The plant, slated to be the largest of its kind globally, will produce 70,000 tons of PBAT annually. Additionally, SK TBMGeostone, another SKC affiliate, will establish a Limex production site at the same location to optimize the manufacturing process and enhance environmental benefits of the innovative materials.
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