- LyondellBasell collaborates with Futamura, Iwatani, and Shiseido on bio-based film packaging.
- The packaging incorporates LYB's CirculenRenew bio-based polypropylene.
- Iwatani aims to handle 100,000 tons of bioplastics by 2027.
- CirculenRenew can be used without modifying existing equipment.
Collaboration for Sustainable Packaging
LyondellBasell, a leader in recycled polymers, has partnered with Futamura Chemical, Iwatani Corporation, and Shiseido to develop a new bio-based film packaging solution. This initiative focuses on incorporating LYB's CirculenRenew bio-based polypropylene into the outer packaging film of select products in Shiseido's Clé de Peau Beauté line.
CirculenRenew Features
CirculenRenew is part of LYB's sustainable solutions product family, featuring measurable and certified C14 renewable content. It can be used as a drop-in solution without requiring modifications to existing processing equipment, making it a versatile option for sustainable packaging.
Goals and Targets
Iwatani Corporation is working towards a carbon-neutral society and has set a target to handle 100,000 tons of bioplastics by the fiscal year 2027. This collaboration with LYB, Futamura, and Shiseido marks a significant step towards expanding the bio-PP resin market in Japan.
