BIOMOPAC

Bio-based functional molded fiber packaging from regionally sourced agricultural residues

Duration	09/2024 - 08/2027
Funding	BMFTR | DLR-PT (IGSTC 2+2)
Funding Code	FKZ123456
Contact	Dr.-Ing. Roland Zelm Dipl.-Ing. René Kleinert
Keywords	Bio-based packaging, molded fiber, agricultural residues, barrier, recycling, life cycle assessment

Aim

BIOMOPAC aims to develop bio-based and fully recyclable packaging made from agricultural residues - as a sustainable, fossil-free alternative to conventional packaging solutions.

• An international network of research institutions and companies from Germany and India is working together along the entire value chain - from the raw material to  finished packaging products.
• The molded fiber packaging (MFP) is composed entirely of plant-based materials that are locally sourced and processed into molded structures with natural barrier properties using newly developed mechanical processes.
• One focus is on the application of microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) as a barrier layer that eliminates the need for fossil-based additives while maintaining recyclability.
• TU Dresden is responsible for the development of fiber preparation and process design for the application-adapted use of the residual materials - as a substrate or as a barrier.
• At the end of the project, a scalable process concept will be available to manufacture market-ready, functional packaging solutions with a demonstrably lower environmental footprint (based on life cycle assessment) than conventional products.

BIOMOPAC combines technology, the circular economy and international collaboration to advance the transition toward sustainable packaging solutions.

partner

• Bionatic GmbH & Co. KG
• Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
• Parason Machinery Pvt. Ltd

Links to

• Website Indo-German Science and Technology Center (IGSTC)

Funding reference