BGF Ecobio Launches Eco-Friendly Product Brand 'Revert'

Leading Eco-Friendly Container Production with Korea's Only Foamed PLA Technology
CU Introduces First Foamed PLA Containers... Establishing an Eco-Friendly Business Model

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Hye-seon] BGF Group's subsidiary BGF Ecobio announced on the 13th that it will launch an eco-friendly product specialty brand called Revert.

BGF Ecobio strengthened its competitiveness in the eco-friendly bio industry by acquiring KBF, which possesses core technology for foamed biodegradable plastic materials (PLA, Poly Lactic Acid), last year upon its establishment.

PLA is a bioplastic made from plant-based materials such as sugarcane and corn, which naturally biodegrades within 180 days under composting conditions. In particular, foamed PLA processed with KBF's proprietary technology reduces raw material usage to about one-quarter compared to non-foamed PLA, making it economical and highly versatile.

Revert, BGF Ecobio's first product brand, means "returning to nature," and plans to introduce various sizes of eco-friendly containers based on KBF's foamed PLA technology.

Earlier, BGF Ecobio received the main prize at the 'Red Dot Award 2020,' one of the world's top three design awards, recognizing the brand story of Revert's sustainability and the design value of its rewind button and tree-shaped symbol.

Starting from the 13th of this month, CU will release two types of gimbap (Nomayo Tuna Gimbap, Nomayo Vegetable Gimbap) and two types of sandwiches (Ham Egg Sandwich, Chili Chicken Sandwich) in Revert's foamed PLA containers. Generally, food containers are difficult to recycle due to food residue and are mostly incinerated or landfilled. However, containers made from foamed PLA biodegrade quickly when landfilled and emit about 75% less carbon dioxide throughout the entire process from production to incineration compared to conventional plastics, making them eco-friendly.

Additionally, foamed PLA has superior heat and cold resistance compared to non-foamed PLA, effectively preventing food spoilage.

Kim Jin-woo, CEO of BGF Ecobio, said, "We will continuously develop foamed PLA products that excel in efficiency, economy, and functionality to grow Revert into a leading eco-friendly brand in Korea," adding, "We will build a sustainable eco-friendly business model by expanding BGF Ecobio's unique solutions into various industries."

Meanwhile, BGF Ecobio is preparing to start construction next month on its Incheon Cheongna plant, covering 15,623㎡, which will include manufacturing and R&D centers.

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