End-of-Life Options
PHA can be processed through multiple end-of-life pathways, including industrial composting and organic waste streams, helping reduce landfill dependency.
Straws
High-performance, compostable materials designed for straw applications – developing durability, functionality, and improved end-of-life outcomes.
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The Opportunity
Rethinking Straws
CJ Biomaterials was established in 2022- building on decades-long history in food and biotechnology.
CJ Biomaterials PHACT Technology can help deliver that convenience without the consequences of the environmental threat. Today, we are working across a broad range of serviceware applications – from trays, straws and cutlery to coatings to enhance the functionality and environmental performance of single-use food serviceware products.
With the ability to be composted with food waste, PHACT PHA can minimize the burden on the environment and even benefit the environment by converting organic waste into useful soil amendments through industrial composting.
Key Benefits
Why PHA for Straws?
PHA-based materials deliver the functionality required for cutlery applications while enabling responsible end-of-life outcomes and reducing environmental impact.
No persistent microplastics
Unlike conventional plastics, PHA naturally breaks down without leaving behind persistent microplastics in soil or marine environments.
Safe & Non-toxic
PHA is designed to be safe for everyday use, supporting food contact applications without harmful additives or toxic residues.
Product Highlights
Sustainable, High-Performance Straws
PHACT materials are designed to deliver performance, processability, and compostability – enabling real-world applications at scale.
Biobased Certifications
OK Biobased by TÜV Austria
Biobased Product by DINCERTCO
Biopreferred by USDA
Compostability Certifications
OK Compost Industrial
OK Compost Home
OK Biodegradable Soil
OK Biodegradable Marine
Commercially Compostable BPI
Home Compostable BPI
Industrial Compostable by DinCertco
Marine Biodegradable Pla JBPA
EL724
Seedling by EUBP
Material Advantages
Delivering Performance Today While Enabling Better Outcomes Tomorrow
PHACT™ PHA-based materials combine functional performance with responsible end-of-lie pathways – supporting the evolving needs of food service applications without compromising quality or scalability.
Performance
CJ Biomaterials PHACT™ technology can play an important role in enhancing the environmental profile and the performance of a broad range of food and beverage flexible and rigid packaging types. From containers and bags to bottles and coatings, certified foo-safe PHA technology can function alone or in combination with other biopolymers to help usher in the next generation of food and beverage products.
Sustainability & End-of-Life
PHACT™ PHA provides end-of-life options from commecially to home compostable certified by TUV AUSTRIA and BPI. It is also certified INDUSTRIAL, SOIL, and MARINE biodegadable by TUV AUSTRIA.
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See PHACT™ PHA in Action
Explore how PHA materials are applied across food service, packaging, and consumer products – demonstrating real-world performance and versatility.
See PHACT™ PHA in Action
PHACT™ PHA can be used in a variety of applications!
Resources Area
Technical Resources To Support Your Application
Access technical data, product information, and supporting materials to help evaluate and implement PHA solutions.
Safety Data Sheet
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about PHA materials, applications, performance, and sustainability.
Explore PHACT™ PHA for Your Applications
Our technical team can help evaluate materials, performance requirements, and sustainability targets for your application.
PHACT™ PHA provides high-performance, compostable materials for straws. It is specifically designed to maintain the durability and functionality consumers expect from a straw, while offering significantly improved end-of-life outcomes compared to traditional single-use plastics.
Yes. PHACT™ PHA straws can be composted alongside organic food waste. Through industrial composting, they help minimize environmental burden and actively benefit the environment by converting waste into useful soil amendments.
No. Unlike conventional plastic straws, PHA is a natural material that breaks down completely without leaving behind persistent, harmful microplastics in soil or marine environments.
Absolutely. PHA is designed to be safe and non-toxic for everyday use. It uses certified food-safe technology, meaning the straws can safely support food and beverage contact without any harmful additives or toxic residues.
No. PHACT™ materials are engineered to deliver superior functional performance and processability. They meet the strict demands of food service applications without compromising usability, quality, or manufacturing scalability.