CJ Biomaterials Introduces New PHACT™ PHA Masterbatch

October 16, 2025

Woburn, MA – October 16, 2025 – CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang and a leading producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers, has introduced PHACT™ MA1350Q, a new PHA masterbatch designed for staple fiber and spunbond nonwoven applications.

Part of the company’s PHACT™ PHA product line, PHACT™ MA1350Q delivers a unique combination of strength, softness, and stability, enhancing the performance of compostable nonwovens used in wipes, diapers, hygiene products, and more.

Product Composition & Technology

PHACT™ MA1350Q is composed of:

45% amorphous PHA (PHACT™ A1000P)
55% polylactic acid (PLA)

PHACT™ A1000P, developed by CJ Biomaterials, is a soft, rubbery, biobased material certified by:

BPI for commercial compostability
TÜV AUSTRIA for OK compost HOME

When blended with PLA for spunbond nonwovens, PHACT™ MA1350Q improves:

Softness
Flexibility
Tensile strength

It also expands the processing window and enhances the compostability of PLA-based materials.

“This flexibility allows converters to tailor their blends to meet their specific performance and compostability requirements.”
— Jerri DiRenzo, Senior Director of Applications and Development

PHACT™ MA1350Q enhances performance and sustainability in nonwoven applications.

Application & Performance Benefits

PHACT™ MA1350Q can be used directly or incorporated during the conversion of PLA-based nonwovens and fibers.

In addition to performance improvements, the masterbatch offers key sustainability advantages:

Faster composting rate compared to PLA alone
Certified OK compost HOME (TÜV AUSTRIA)
Commercially compostable (BPI certified)
Safe, clean, and non-toxic biomaterials
No persistent microplastics
100% biobased carbon content from renewable feedstocks

Supporting Scalable Nonwoven Solutions

With PHACT™ MA1350Q, converters can more easily incorporate amorphous PHA at precise levels, enabling greater control over both performance and sustainability outcomes.

Visit our products page to learn more about PHACT™ MA1350Q:

https://cjbiomaterials.com/masterbatches/

To request samples or discuss your application needs, contact us at:

https://cjbiomaterials.com/contact

About CJ Biomaterials

CJ Biomaterials, a business unit of global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang, is a leading manufacturer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers.

The company’s proprietary PHACT™ technology converts carbon dioxide from plant-based sugars into innovative biopolymers through an advanced fermentation process. These materials are:

Biobased
Compostable (home and industrial)
Biodegradable in marine and soil environments
Free from persistent microplastics

CJ Biomaterials partners with brands across packaging, consumer goods, food service, and nonwovens to develop sustainable material solutions that meet real-world performance demands.

With headquarters in Seoul, Korea, and offices in the U.S. and Europe, the company is scaling solutions for a global circular bioeconomy.

Learn more:

https://cjbiomaterials.com/