About PlastScience | Our Mission and Story

Who We Are

PlastScience is a material science company focused on developing high-performance, plant-based plastics that biodegrade naturally at end-of-life.

By converting plant-based ingredients and agricultural feedstocks into advanced biopolymers, we create resins and finished products that match the strength and reliability of traditional plastics, while eliminating the long-term environmental impact.

Our work combines polymer chemistry, bioprocess engineering, and sustainable manufacturing to deliver scalable, commercial-grade materials for real-world applications.

PlastScience is also the company behind PrairieMate®, our biodegradable tableware brand made from renewable plant ingredients.

Our Mission

To transform the environmental impact of plastics without compromising on performance or economics

Science-Driven Innovation

We believe that solving the plastic waste crisis requires rigorous science and evidence-based solutions, not marketing gimmicks. Every claim we make is backed by extensive laboratory testing based on standard guidelines.

Practical Solutions

Our plant-based biopolymer resins work within current manufacturing systems, requiring minimal changes to processing equipment while delivering maximum environmental benefit through complete biodegradability.

Global Impact

We aim to make a significant contribution to reducing plastic pollution worldwide by creating biopolymer solutions that are scalable, cost-effective, and applicable across a wide range of industries and applications.

Research & Innovation

Our commitment to scientific excellence and continuous improvement

Research Facilities

Our laboratories are equipped with advanced polymer testing equipment and environmental simulation chambers that allow us to:

Develop biopolymer resin formulations for different applications
Verify mechanical and processing performance properties
Test biodegradation under various environmental conditions
Analyze material breakdown patterns in composting and soil environments
Optimize plant-based composite formulations for specific performance requirements

We maintain a collaborative research environment, fostering innovation and rapid iteration across our biopolymer technologies.

Academic & Industry Partnerships

We collaborate with research institutions and industry partners to advance plant-based biopolymer technologies and develop new applications:

Industry consortium exploring applications for biodegradable resins
Partnerships with agricultural research institutions for sustainable feedstock development
Collaboration with packaging companies to develop real-world solutions

These partnerships enhance our R&D capabilities and help us stay at the forefront of sustainable materials innovation.

Our Technology

Advanced materials science for sustainable plastics

Chemical Reaction

Proprietary chemical processes to transform plant-based feedstocks into high-performance polymer ingredients

Biological Fermentation

Biotechnological production of polymer ingredients through controlled fermentation using engineered strains

Renewable Plasticizers

Plant-derived plasticizers for enhanced material performance

Strengthening Agents

Natural reinforcement for mechanical durability

Our materials are created through a combination of chemical reaction, biological fermentation, renewable plasticizers, and natural strengthening agents. We engineer our formulations to achieve strong mechanical performance, thermal stability, and predictable biodegradation in industrial composting and natural soil environments.

Join Our Mission

Become part of the solution to the global plastic waste crisis. Whether you're a potential customer, partner, or team member, we'd love to connect with you.

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