Braskem's collaboration with Dutch innovators Bottle Up and Eurobottle brought bio-based materials into practical, reusable designs.

November, 13, 2025 - Braskem, a market leader in the production of biopolymers on an industrial scale, showcased a new generation of bio-based and circular product solutions during K 2025 in Düsseldorf. This included the partnerships with Dutch brands bottle up & Eurobottle and German Polytan . Under its sustainable portfolio, Braskem launched products and partnerships that bring sustainability and innovation to life across packaging, healthcare, hygiene, and consumer goods.

"K 2025 was the ideal platform to show how our innovations are ready for real-world application," said Walmir Soller, VP Olefins/Polyolefins North America, Europe, and Asia. "We're not just testing the market; we're scaling up solutions that combine technical performance with environmental benefits."

New product launches

MDO film with I'm greenTM bio-based PE
Braskem has introduced a new application of Machine Direction-Oriented (MDO) technology using bio-based polyethylene derived from ethanol, made with sugarcane. Braskem says these films deliver enhanced stiffness, optical properties, and recyclability, enabling mono-material packaging such as flow packs, MDO labels, and stand-up pouches. The use of MDO films allows for the development of structures that are more aligned with the circular economy, while still meeting performance requirements. MDO films are developed in collaboration with Cazoolo, Braskem's circular packaging design lab, and converter FCO Group.

Medcol: I'm greenTM bio-based LDPE for healthcare
Under the Medcol brand, Braskem presente a low-density polyethylene designed for pharmaceutical applications such as blow-fill-seal processes, like plastic ampoules with twist-off caps. The material meets regulatory requirements without additives and offers improved temperature resistance and flowability, Braskem claims. Its updated Life Cycle Assessment study (2023) shows a carbon footprint of -2.27 kgCO²e per kg, reinforcing its sustainability profile within healthcare packaging.

I'm greenTM bio-based HDPE for non-wovens
Braskem has introduced I'm green bio-based high-density polyethylene specifically developed for the non-woven market. Designed for hygiene and bi-component fiber applications such as diapers, this HDPE offers low gel levels, excellent processing stability, improved heat resistance, and great color stability, the Brazilian resin manufacturer says. It performs well in both bi-component spunbond and mono-component spunbound processes, ensuring reliability in high-performance hygiene applications. According to a 2023 updated Life Cycle Assessment study, the material has a carbon footprint of -2.01 kgCO²e per kg, underscoring its contribution to more sustainable hygiene product solutions.

EVA 21%: ultra-soft I'm greenTM bio-based foam
Braskem presented a new I'm greenTM bio-based ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) containing 21% vinyl acetate, offering significantly improved softness and flexibility compared to lower VA grades. The company says this material is particularly well-suited for footwear applications, especially soles and insoles that require enhanced comfort and performance. As part of Braskem's I'm green bio-based portfolio, this EVA combines functional advantages with a renewable origin, making it a sustainable alternative for high-quality consumer goods.

Featured applications at the booth

Polytan, a leading German manufacturer of high-performance sports surfaces, is using Braskem's I'm green bio-based polyethylene to bring sustainability to its advanced turf technologies. The Poligras Paris GT zero, the world's first carbon-zero synthetic hockey turf, was featured during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. In football, the LigaTurf Cross GT zero system offers a fully recyclable and multifunctional turf solution that supports eco-friendly organic infills and meets performance standards - all while helping reduce carbon emissions.

bottle up & Eurobottle: reusable bottles made from I'm greenTM bio-based PE. bottle up, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, offers stylish, refillable bottles designed to reduce plastic waste and lower carbon emissions using renewable materials. Eurobottle, from Dronten, Netherlands, has over 30 years of experience producing durable, reusable sports bottles - now completely bio-based. Together, these partners show how everyday products can combine design, durability, and climate-friendly materials.

Veja: Veja, the French footwear and accessories brand, created a sneaker with internal layers, made with I'm green bio-based materials. This product highlights how bio-based plastics can be seamlessly integrated into premium consumer products without compromising on design or performance.

Partnerships at K 2025

In collaboration with leading machine manufacturers, Braskem made partnerships to demonstrate the performance of its polymers' technologies across a variety of transformation processes. Live demonstrations at partner booths showcased the practical application of these materials, emphasizing their role in driving innovation and sustainability within the industry. It was possible to find Braskem's polymers at Euro Machinery (Hall 11, I46), Dr. Boy (Hall 13, A43), and Carnevalli (Hall 16, C170).

Braskem is a global petrochemical company with a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for various sectors, including food packaging, construction, industrial, automotive, agribusiness, healthcare, and hygiene, among others. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the U.S., Mexico, and Germany, the company exports its products to customers in over 70 countries through its 8,500 team members who operate globally.