Hyosung Ventures Invests in Eco-Friendly Plastic Material Company 'A&Poly'

Hyosung's corporate venture capital (CVC), Hyosung Ventures, has made an investment to foster next-generation sustainable new materials.

On the 30th, Hyosung Ventures announced a new investment in 'ANPoly,' which manufactures nanocellulose (CNF), a high-purity, high-quality eco-friendly plastic material using rice husks, coffee grounds, and other resources.

Nanocellulose is a high-strength, high-heat-resistant lightweight material used in the production process of bioplastics, reducing the amount of synthetic plastic used. Bioplastics have higher biodegradability compared to conventional plastics and also offer superior strength and barrier properties, making them applicable in various high value-added industries ranging from food packaging to medical, bio, and secondary batteries.

Hyosung Ventures explained that this investment aims not only to leverage ANPoly's technological capabilities to strengthen competitiveness in the sustainable materials business sector but also to expand multifaceted business cooperation with the Hyosung Group.

ANPoly received the Innovation Award at CES, the world's largest electronics exhibition, earlier this year, and last year, it was recognized as a promising company in the materials sector by Forbes Asia, the only domestic company to receive this honor, demonstrating its technological competitiveness and business potential. The company is currently building its production plant.

A representative from Hyosung Ventures said, "The investment in ANPoly is an optimal investment to maximize business synergy with the Hyosung Group," adding, "We will actively strive to discover and commercialize materials for Hyosung's sustainable management."

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