Floreon
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2011
- HeadquartersKingston upon Hull, United Kingdom
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Floreon firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Floreon
- Legal name
- Floreon Technology Limited
- Website
- https://floreon.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2011
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Floreon industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Bioplastics / Specialty Plastics
- NAICS
- Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing (326)
- SIC
- Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Bio-based & Biodegradable Polymer Resin Manufacturing (PLA, PHA, PBS, PBAT) (IMANANAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Bio-Based & Biodegradable Compounds (PLA/PHA/Starch Blends) (IMANABAF), Biodegradable Polymers & Resins (PLA, PHA, PBS, PBAT) (IMAEAOAA), Bio-based Polymers & Bioplastics (e.g., PLA, PHA, bio-PE/PP/PET, PBS) (EUAAAIAC), Compostable & Bio-Based Flexible Packaging (PLA, PHA, Cellulose Films) (IMALABAO)
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Where Floreon is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kingston upon Hull
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Floreon business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- Bioplastic Material Sales: Floreon generates revenue through the sale of its proprietary PLA-based bioplastic compounds (Therma-Tech, Dura-Tech, and Bio-Tech grades) to manufacturers. Materials are sold as formulated compounds, priced on a per-kilogram basis. The company works with toll compounders globally to produce its materials, with production capacity validated through one of the world's largest polymer distribution, compounding and recycling companies.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Floreon Therma-Tech (Flame Retardant Grade) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Floreon Dura-Tech (Durable Grade) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Floreon Bio-Tech (Compostable Grade) |
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Customised LCA Services |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels8 records
Floreon product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Floreon develops and sells proprietary PLA-based bioplastic compounds derived from renewable plant feedstocks (corn and sugarcane), formulated to replace oil-based engineering plastics such as ABS, PC-ABS, HIPS, FR-ABS, and FR-PC. The product portfolio comprises three core grades — Therma-Tech (flame-retardant, UL94V-0 certified), Dura-Tech (durable, high-impact, food- and toy-safe) and Bio-Tech (industrial compostable, EN13432) — supplied as formulated compounds to manufacturers for use in injection moulding, sheet extrusion, profile extrusion, and 3D printing applications.
Product overview
Floreon is a patented family of advanced bioplastic materials based on polylactic acid (PLA) derived from renewable crops like corn and sugarcane. The product portfolio consists of three main material grades: Therma-Tech (flame retardant grade - world-first UL94V-0 certified PLA), Dura-Tech (durable high-impact grade for food contact and toy applications), and Bio-Tech (compostable grade certified to EN13432). All grades offer up to 7 times lower carbon footprint than traditional oil-based plastics like ABS, PC, and HIPS, and are designed as drop-in replacements that integrate with existing manufacturing equipment without requiring tooling changes.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Therma-Tech: World's first UL94V-0 yellow card certified PLA with flame retardant properties, designed as a drop-in replacement for ABS in injection moulding, extrusion and 3D printing. Halogen-free, high impact strength, high HDT, up to 7 times lower carbon footprint than ABS.
- Dura-Tech
- Bio-Tech
Products and services
- Floreon Therma-Tech World's first UL94V-0 yellow card certified PLA-based flame retardant compound with halogen-free formulation. Designed as a drop-in replacement for FR-ABS and FR-PC in injection moulding, extrusion, and 3D printing, offering up to 7 times lower carbon footprint than conventional flame-retardant plastics. Features include >80% renewable bio-based content, processing temperature reduction of up to 100°C versus FR-PC, ~10% cycle time reduction, and Glow Wire pass at 950°C. Used by manufacturers in electrical, electronics, automotive, rail, marine, aviation, and 3D printing sectors.
- Floreon Dura-Tech PLA-based compound for durable applications requiring high impact resistance (superior to ABS) while retaining high renewable bio-based content (~85% PLA). Recyclable both mechanically and chemically, certified safe for food contact (EU and FDA) and toy applications. Used by manufacturers of toys, reusable drinks cups, dinnerware, cosmetics packaging, and for sheet extrusion / thermoforming applications from 200 microns to 5mm.
- Floreon Bio-Tech PLA-based compound certified 'OK Compost' and biodegradable in industrial composting facilities according to EN13432, with all components certified to EN13432. Designed as a drop-in replacement for ABS and PS in injection moulded applications including toys, cosmetics, food packaging, and rigid PVC replacement in profile extrusion (up to 4x lower carbon footprint).
- Floreon 3D (3D Printing Grade) High-performance PLA-based 3D printing material enabling faster printing speeds than standard PLA while being tougher and more flexible. Does not snap readily when bent, addressing brittleness limitations of conventional PLA filaments for industrial 3D printing users.
- Glass Fiber Reinforced Therma-Tech Glass fiber reinforced variant of Floreon Therma-Tech engineered for extremely demanding applications requiring long-term durability, high resistance to creep, and high stiffness. Officially rated UL94V-2 (2022). Used in automotive, rail, marine, aviation, and other structurally demanding applications.
Quantifiable outcome
- Carbon footprint reduction of up to 7 times compared to ABS, PC, and HIPS (0.5-0.6 kg CO2e/kg vs 3.125 kg CO2e/kg for FR-ABS)
- +6 more outcomes
Companies that use Floreon
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Floreon technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
Floreon partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- ClariantminorClariant, a specialty chemicals company, recognises Floreon as leaders in bioplastic development and identifies Floreon as an important collaborative partner for sustainability. Clariant's Vice President Manuel Mueller stated that their joint initiative fits perfectly with Clariant's strategy, with both companies creating leading-edge, innovative solutions together.
- University of Sheffield (Knowledge Transfer Partnership)coreFloreon emerged from a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with the University of Sheffield. Founder Shaun Chatterton worked closely with Sheffield University on an innovative project to create a specially formulated compound based on polylactic acid (PLA) that performed like oil-based plastics but with sustainable end-of-life options. Two KTP research projects were undertaken, resulting in the patented bioplastic technology and global patent protection.
- ForgewayminorForgeway, in collaboration with Floreon, conducted adhesive bonding tests on all three Floreon grades (Therma-Tech, Dura-Tech, and Bio-Tech). Testing demonstrated that Floreon bioplastics bond effectively with Forgeway's Formoa and Purok adhesive products, achieving bond strengths comparable to traditional plastics such as ABS and polystyrene.
- Spectrum (FlameGuard PLA)minorSpectrum produces 'FlameGuard PLA' 3D printing filament using Floreon Therma-Tech technology. This partnership extends Floreon's reach into the consumer and professional 3D printing market through an authorised product based on Floreon's patented technology.
- Global Polymer Distribution CompanycoreFloreon has been validated and is available from one of the largest polymer distribution, compounding and recycling companies in the world. This partnership enables global reach and production capacity through established distribution channels. The company also works with all major PLA manufacturers for the supply of raw materials.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Floreon competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- NatureWorks: NatureWorks is the world's largest PLA producer (Ingeo biopolymer), directly comparable to Floreon as a PLA-based bioplastic resin manufacturer. Both target durable applications, injection moulding, and 3D printing filament markets, making them direct substitutes in the same chemistry space.
- TotalEnergies Corbion: TotalEnergies Corbion produces Luminy PLA resins from lactide, serving the same bioplastic compounding and durable application markets as Floreon. It is one of the two largest merchant PLA suppliers globally and a direct competitive threat to Floreon's resin-based specialty grades.
- Novamont: Novamont (Mater-Bi) is a leading European bioplastics company producing biodegradable and bio-based compounds for packaging, agriculture, and consumer goods. It is comparable to Floreon in target applications (compostable packaging, durable goods) and regulatory positioning (EN13432, food contact).
Broad incumbents
- BASF (Ecovio / ecoflex): BASF is a global chemicals incumbent whose Ecovio and ecoflex product lines compete with Floreon's compostable Bio-Tech grade in food packaging and agricultural film. BASF is a broad incumbent with vastly greater resources, supplying PLA-blend and PBAT-based biodegradable polymers to the same packaging and consumer goods customers.
- Kingfa Science & Technology: Kingfa is a large Chinese plastics compounder with a growing portfolio of biodegradable and bio-based polymer compounds (including PLA blends and PBAT). It is comparable as a broad incumbent supplying compounded bioplastic resins to global packaging and durable goods customers.
- Syensqo (formerly Solvay): Syensqo is a global specialty chemicals company producing high-performance polymers including bio-based and flame-retardant grades. It is comparable as a broad incumbent whose specialty polymer portfolio overlaps with Floreon's Therma-Tech in electrical, electronics, and automotive applications requiring flame retardancy.
- Evonik (Ecozen / RESOMER): Evonik produces bio-based and biodegradable specialty polymers for packaging, cosmetics, and medical applications. It is comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping specialty biopolymer offerings in food-contact, cosmetic, and durable goods applications served by Floreon.
Emerging players
- Danimer Scientific: Danimer Scientific produces Nodax PHA biopolymers for compostable packaging, foodservice, and durable applications. While PHA-based (vs Floreon's PLA-based), it is comparable as a specialty bioplastic compound supplier targeting similar end-of-life sustainability use cases and competing for the same ESG-mandated brand customers.
- Biome Bioplastics: Biome Bioplastics is a UK-based developer of bio-based and biodegradable polymer compounds for packaging, consumer goods, and agricultural applications. It is a comparable emerging specialty bioplastic compounder with a similar focus on PLA-blend and starch-based formulations.
Others
- Clariant: Clariant is a specialty chemicals company that has publicly identified Floreon as a collaborative partner for bioplastic development. It is comparable as a strategic partner and indirect ecosystem participant, operating in additive masterbatches, flame retardants, and biopolymer formulations relevant to Floreon's compounding.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Floreon social profiles
Digital presenceFloreon compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Floreon financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
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Floreon leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
Floreon funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds3 records
Investors3 records
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Floreon M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Floreon
What does Floreon do?
Floreon develops and sells proprietary PLA-based bioplastic compounds derived from renewable plant feedstocks (corn and sugarcane), formulated to replace oil-based engineering plastics such as ABS, PC-ABS, HIPS, FR-ABS, and FR-PC. The product portfolio comprises three core grades — Therma-Tech (flame-retardant, UL94V-0 certified), Dura-Tech (durable, high-impact, food- and toy-safe) and Bio-Tech (industrial compostable, EN13432) — supplied as formulated compounds to manufacturers for use in injection moulding, sheet extrusion, profile extrusion, and 3D printing applications.
Is Floreon a public or private company?
Floreon is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Floreon founded?
Floreon was founded in 2011. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Floreon based?
Floreon is headquartered in Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Floreon make money?
One revenue line is on record: bioplastic Material Sales.
Who are Floreon's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are NatureWorks, TotalEnergies Corbion and Novamont. Broad incumbents are BASF (Ecovio / ecoflex), Kingfa Science & Technology, Syensqo (formerly Solvay) and Evonik (Ecozen / RESOMER). Emerging players are Danimer Scientific and Biome Bioplastics. Clariant is listed as an others.
Does Floreon have an API?
No public API is recorded for Floreon.
What industry is Floreon in?
Floreon's product category is Bioplastics / Specialty Plastics. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMANANAA, Bio-based & Biodegradable Polymer Resin Manufacturing (PLA, PHA, PBS, PBAT), with a secondary code of IMANABAF, Bio-Based & Biodegradable Compounds (PLA/PHA/Starch Blends). Its NAICS code is 326 and its SIC code is 2821.