David Choi, Marketing, Senior Manager, SK leaveo


Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, David Choi, Marketing, Senior Manager, at SK leaveo shares some interesting insights on the company.

5 Facts about SK leaveo

Introduction of SK Group

SK Group is the second-largest South Korean conglomerate, with revenues totaling $159 billion USD as of 2021. SK focuses on B2B business and operates in energy, chemicals, ICT, construction, and biotechnology. Through its subsidiary, SK leaveo, SK Group focuses on biodegradable solutions. SK leaveo’s biodegradable PBAT, uniquely developed with advanced properties, can be applied to previously unexplored high-value markets.

Specialty Applications
SK leaveo’s PBAT is suitable for challenging applications, providing biodegradable solutions for industries such as hygiene (nonwoven/fiber), agriculture (CRF – controlled-release fertilizer coating), and foamed plastics (EPS).

 

Eco-Friendly and Certified
SK leaveo’s PBAT is targeting soil biodegradable certificate by end of 2024. It is currently certified from TUV Austria certifications for industrial and home compost.

 

Adaptability from Nonwovens to Staple Fibers, including bi-component products
SK leaveo’s PBAT can be converted into staple fibers, offering diverse possibilities across textile sectors and making it an ideal choice for manufacturers seeking sustainable product expansion. Engineered also for bi-component nonwoven and fiber, SK leaveo’s PBAT pairs seamlessly with core materials like polypropylene (PP), bio-based PP, and polylactic acid (PLA), enhancing the end product’s functional properties and sustainability.

 

Trusted Partnership with Reifenhauser (nonwoven machinery company)
SK leaveo has undergone extensive testing with Reifenhauser, a globally renowned spunbond nonwoven machinery company. This partnership confirms SK PBAT’s efficiency and compatibility with existing machines, ensuring exceptional performance without disrupting production lines. This collaboration underscores SK leaveo’s commitment to reliable, industry-leading solutions.

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