BioPlasmar

What BioPlasmar does

BioPlasmar (legal entity: Bioplasmar GmbH) is a privately held German materials company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Bergen-Thalmannsfeld, Germany, with an R&D and production facility also located in Germany. The company develops and sells biodegradable bio-resin granules and biocomposite materials produced from green organic waste via a proprietary compounding process. Its product portfolio centers on biocomposite granules for industrial injection molding, finished biodegradable planters, and soil-biodegradable injection molding grades. BioPlasmar is one of only four companies worldwide to hold TÜV Austria certification for complete soil biodegradability, a third-party credential that anchors its regulatory positioning.

The company sells primarily on a B2B basis to manufacturers and brands across agriculture, horticulture, packaging, construction, and food industries, with go-to-market executed through direct enterprise sales, channel partnerships (notably Plastribution for the UK and Ireland), industry associations (ESA), and a multi-language e-commerce shop for SMB and individual buyers. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of biocomposite materials and finished products on a quote-based B2B pricing model for bulk orders and unit pricing for e-commerce purchases. The company is actively scaling production in Germany, recently launched a new compounding facility, and is seeking external funding through bioeconomy investor events to accelerate growth.

Name

BioPlasmar

Legal name

Bioplasmar GmbH

Website

https://bioplasmar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bioplastics / Biodegradable Materials

NAICS

Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing (325211)

SIC

Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821), Plastic Material, Synth Resin/Rubber, Cellulos (No Glass) (2820)

akta.pro primary industry

Bio-based & Biodegradable Polymer Resin Manufacturing (PLA, PHA, PBS, PBAT) (IMANANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compostable & Bio-based Rigid Packaging (injection/blow/thermoform) (IMANANAD), Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB), Biodegradable Packaging Materials (films, trays, foams) (IMAEAOAB)

Keywords

• Biodegradable bioplastics
• Biocomposite materials
• Green waste upcycling
• Sustainable packaging materials
• Soil-biodegradable resins

Headquarters

HQ city

Moshava

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Biocomposite Product Sales: Sale of biodegradable biocomposite granules and finished products (planters, packaging solutions) to manufacturers and businesses across agriculture, horticulture, packaging, construction, and food industries

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bioplasmar manufactures and sells biodegradable biocomposite granules and finished products (such as planters and packaging materials) made from green organic waste via proprietary bioplastic compounding technology. The company's materials serve as sustainable, soil-biodegradable alternatives to conventional plastics for industrial manufacturers across agriculture, horticulture, packaging, construction, and food sectors.

Product overview

Bioplasmar offers a portfolio of biodegradable biocomposite materials centered on its core bio-resin granules, which are transformed from green organic waste into climate-friendly alternatives to traditional plastics. The company provides these materials as granules for industrial manufacturing processes (particularly injection molding) and as finished application products such as biodegradable plant pots. The product line serves diverse industries including agriculture, horticulture, packaging, and construction, with customizable biodegradability properties depending on specific requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Biocomposite Granules Biodegradable bio-resin granules transformed from green organic waste, serving as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics for use in injection molding and other manufacturing processes. Sold to industrial manufacturers.
• Biodegradable Planters Plant pots made from biodegradable biocomposite materials that protect plant roots, enrich soil quality, and reduce fertilizer use while eliminating plastic waste through complete soil biodegradation. Targeted at growers, nurseries, garden centers, and individual gardeners.
• Soil-Biodegradable Injection Molding Grades Specialized biocomposite material grades designed for injection molding applications that biodegrade in soil, available through distribution partners such as Plastribution for the UK and Ireland markets. Targeted at plastics manufacturers and molders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Complete biodegradation in soil, enriching soil with nutrients
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PlastributioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2025Plastribution, a UK and Ireland distributor, has partnered with Bioplasmar as a distribution partner for soil-biodegradable injection molding grade materials. This partnership was announced in early 2025 and has already resulted in a first order. Plastribution featured Bioplasmar in their Sustainable Insights Newsletter Spring Edition 2026, demonstrating a strong strategic relationship focused on bringing sustainable materials to the UK market.
• European Sealing Association (ESA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with ESA to develop more sustainable options for sealing applications, addressing the packaging industry's need for functional and environmentally responsible end-of-life solutions.
• Ceresana - B2B Market IntelligenceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBioplasmar is participating in the Future of BioInvest event organized by Ceresana, scheduled for April 2026. This event connects bioeconomy startups with investors, impact funds, and strategic partners with a focus on scalable solutions and investment readiness.
• German Pavilion at ECOMONDOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPart of the German Pavilion at ECOMONDO 2025 (November 4-7, 2025 in Rimini, Italy), which is an important exhibition for recycling, environment and climate protection. Part of the Foreign Trade Fair Programme of Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
• European BioplasticsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBioplasmar participates in European Bioplastics events and conferences, aligning with the EU's new Bioeconomy Strategy that prioritizes biobased plastics. The company shares the association's vision of making biobased materials a pillar of the EU's defossilised industry.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Novamont: Italian producer of Mater-Bi biodegradable and compostable bioplastics made from renewable raw materials, focused on packaging, agriculture, and food applications. Highly comparable business model and end-market focus to BioPlasmar.
• NatureWorks: World's largest PLA biopolymer producer, offering Ingeo bioresins for packaging, foodservice, and consumer goods applications. Directly comparable to BioPlasmar in providing bio-based polymer resins as sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics.
• FKuR Kunststoff: German specialty compounder of bio-based and biodegradable plastics, offering customized resin compounds for injection molding, extrusion, and other applications. Comparable as a Europe-based specialty bioplastic compounder serving similar end markets.
• Biome Bioplastics: UK-based developer of bio-based and biodegradable plastics made from plant-based sources for packaging, consumer products, and agriculture. Directly comparable niche bioplastic producer with overlapping end markets and sustainability positioning.
• Bio-Fed: German subsidiary of AKRO-PLASTIC specializing in biodegradable and bio-based plastic compounds for injection molding and extrusion. Directly comparable as a German specialty bioplastic compounder serving industrial customers.
• Danimer Scientific: US-based producer of PHA bioplastics (Nodax) for applications including packaging, foodservice, and agriculture. Directly comparable to BioPlasmar as a bioplastic resin producer targeting sustainability-focused manufacturers.
• TotalEnergies Corbion: Joint venture between TotalEnergies and Corbion producing Luminy PLA bioplastics for packaging, durables, and fiber applications. Directly competes with BioPlasmar in the bio-based resin market serving manufacturers across Europe.

Broad incumbents

• BASF: Global chemical major offering ecovio and other biodegradable/compostable polymer grades. A broad incumbent with overlapping bioplastic capabilities as part of a much larger chemicals portfolio, competing with BioPlasmar in compostable plastics.
• Kingfa Sci & Tech: Chinese materials science company producing biodegradable plastics (PBAT, PLA blends) at scale for packaging, agricultural film, and consumer goods. Comparable broad incumbent in the biodegradable plastics category.

Emerging players

• Green Dot Bioplastics: US-based bioplastic compounder offering bio-based and biodegradable resin formulations for consumer products, packaging, and agriculture. Comparable emerging player in the sustainable bioplastics compounding space.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/bioplasmar
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• Instagraminstagram.com/bioplasmar

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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