Emirates Biotech launches new PLA biopolymers made in the UAE

Emirates Biotech has launched its new line of polylactic acid (PLA) biopolymers – Embio product range – as a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics.

Emirates Biotech’s commercial and technology team at Embio’s launch ceremony in the United Arab Emirates.

Embio product portfolio.

Embio PLA grades combine high clarity, strength, and processability with a substantially lower carbon footprint than traditional plastics. The material can be recycled or industrially composted, and does not leave behind persistent microplastics in the environment, supporting waste reduction and circularity goals.

The Embio portfolio includes a range of PLA grades suitable for rigid and flexible packaging, coated paper board, fibers, nonwovens, and 3D printing.

“Each Embio grade has been carefully developed and tested under strict conditions to ensure verified compliance with food-contact, bio-based, and compostability standards. This proves that performance and sustainability can coexist without sacrificing a material’s functionality,” said Christophe Enkiri, Product Manager at Emirates Biotech.

With the Embio product launch, Emirates Biotech begins pre-marketing across the Middle East, offering customers the opportunity to source locally stocked PLA for faster delivery times and smaller minimum order volumes.

“Our decision to maintain local inventory was driven by the need for greater flexibility and faster response times for our customers,” added Prashant Lohade, Sales Development Manager at Emirates Biotech.

Each Embio grade has been carefully developed and tested under strict conditions to ensure verified compliance with food-contact, bio-based, and compostability standards. This proves that performance and sustainability can coexist without sacrificing a material’s functionality.

The launch of Embio PLA products aligns with the UAE’s sustainability goals, including its national commitment to Net Zero 2050, and the development of a circular economy.