Cortec launches 100% biobased, industrially compostable packaging film

AUSTRIA — Cortec Corporation has introduced Eco Works 100, a fully biobased, industrially compostable packaging film designed to replace conventional petroleum-based plastics.

Certified by TÜV Austria (#TA8012509046) and recognized by the USDA for its 100% biobased content, the new film aims to meet growing global demand for sustainable packaging alternatives.

Eco Works 100 is positioned as a premium bioplastic option for businesses and consumers seeking to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while maintaining high performance standards.

At the start of its lifecycle, the product is derived entirely from renewable raw materials. At the end, it can be processed in an industrial composting facility, breaking down alongside organic waste without leaving ecotoxic residues in the soil.

Cortec demonstrated the film’s environmental safety through germination tests, in which sunflower seeds were grown in compost containing Eco Works resin.

The results showed comparable growth and germination rates to control samples, meeting ASTM D6400 standards for compostability.

The launch comes as governments worldwide tighten regulations on single-use plastics and promote circular economy solutions.

According to European Bioplastics, global bioplastics production capacity is projected to more than triple by 2028, with packaging remaining the largest application segment.

Cortec has a long history of developing specialty bioplastics, including compostable stretch films, shrink wraps, corrosion-inhibiting films, and organic waste collection bags.

Eco Works 100 expands this portfolio by targeting applications where both maximum renewable content and certified compostability are critical, such as shopping bags, waste disposal liners, and industrial or commercial packaging.

“Eco Works 100 fills a niche in the bioplastics market by combining complete renewable content with the assurance of industrial compostability,” a company spokesperson said.

“It’s an opportunity for brands to offer packaging that aligns with both consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.”

Industry analysts note that the product launch aligns with a broader market shift toward high-content biobased materials as part of corporate sustainability strategies.

While many compostable plastics still contain a percentage of petroleum-based inputs, 100% biobased products like Eco Works 100 may offer an edge in markets where environmental credentials are a key purchasing factor.

Cortec sees the new film as an important step in helping manufacturers, retailers, and municipalities meet their sustainability targets.

The company is encouraging potential partners to explore Eco Works 100 for diverse applications, citing its potential to support waste diversion goals while reducing the carbon footprint of traditional plastic packaging.

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