BIOWEG is a biotechnology and materials company developing bio-based, biodegradable ingredients for consumer and industrial formulations. Its portfolio focuses on replacing persistent microplastics with nature-derived alternatives, including cellulose- and other polysaccharide-based microparticles, rheology modifiers, and encapsulation systems.
The company’s ingredients are manufactured using fermentation and green chemistry processes and are designed to deliver functional performance such as texture control, suspension, and controlled release. Key application areas include personal care and cosmetics, home and fabric care, coatings and paints, and agricultural inputs such as seed treatments. BIOWEG supplies formulation-ready materials to help manufacturers reduce microplastic content while maintaining product performance and stability.
chemXplore tracks 1 project involving BIOWEG, of which one is active.
BIOWEG's role on them: Owner, Operator, and Developer.
1 new construction.
Expected to start operating, per year.
Targeting: Cellulose (1)
Construction starts Q4 2026; plant capacity 10,000 t/y with first commercial volumes in 2028; Series A extended and EU grant bring total funding to €35m.
By country, the most active first.
