What YUTOECO does

YUTOECO is the sustainability-focused sub-brand of YUTO Group, established in 2020 to commercialize plant fiber-based molded packaging for global B2B customers. It designs, engineers, and supplies eco-friendly packaging across five product groups — catering disposables, consumer-product packaging, functional packaging, raw fiber inputs, and non-packaging applications (e.g., plant fiber cat litter). Its core technology is plant fiber molded packaging using bamboo, bagasse, FSC-certified wood, straw, ECO polymers, and grass as inputs, with proprietary process and additive marks including FluoZero™ (a PFAS-free, plant-based greaseproof agent operating from -34°C to 220°C for 8-hour protection), Extruliber™ (advanced dry fiber molding), ECO Lucent Membrane (a compostable cellulose film with anti-fog, waterproof, and heat-seal performance), and algae-based inks. The company cites USDA Biobased, BPI, Din Certco, FDA, FSSC, FSC, and Home Compost certifications on its food-contact and packaging technologies.

The company sells B2B through direct enterprise field sales, offering integrated solutions from product design and sample making through to global delivery, with custom quote-based pricing on multi-year contracts. Customer segments are organized vertically: catering and food service (the primary segment, covering restaurants, delivery, coffee, bakeries, supermarkets, and airlines) is supplemented by consumer electronics, personal care and health care, and cigarette and alcohol packaging. The only named reference customer in the data is SATINE, for whom YUTOECO co-developed a 100% plant fiber milk box.

YUTOECO is incorporated as Shenzhen YUTO Packaging Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered at No.1 Shihuan Road, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China, and operates as a private sub-brand under YUTO Group, founded in 1995. Marketing and lead generation are run through LinkedIn, YouTube, an active news/blog section on the company website, email, and recurring presence at industry events such as the Sustainable Packaging Summit (2024 Amsterdam, 2025 Utrecht), SPC Impact 2024, and Canton Fair. No funding rounds, revenue, or ownership-stake disclosure were present in the source material.

Name

YUTOECO

Legal name

Shenzhen YUTO Packaging Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://yutoeco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

YUTOECO is the plant-fiber packaging sub-brand of YUTO Group, selling B2B custom molded fiber packaging — including PFAS-free greaseproof food containers, tableware, and functional films — to catering, consumer electronics, personal care, and luxury packaging customers globally from its Shenzhen base.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Packaging

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211)

SIC

Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Fiber-Based Sustainable Packaging (Recycled Paper, Molded Fiber, Bagasse) (IMALAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Molded Fiber & Pulp Packaging (Trays, Clamshells, Cups) (IMAMAKAJ), Molded Fiber Packaging (Pulp Trays, Clamshells, Egg Cartons) (IMALACAF), Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB), Bio-based Packaging Materials (molded fiber, bio-barrier coatings, compostables) (IMAMALAI), Sustainable Protective & Cushioning Materials (Paper Cushions, Bio-Foams, Mycelium) (IMALAMAH), Dairy & Refrigerated Foods Packaging (IMALAHAG)

Keywords

• Sustainable packaging
• Molded pulp products
• Plant fiber packaging
• Eco-friendly containers
• Biodegradable tableware

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Plant Fiber Packaging Products: B2B sales of plant fiber molded packaging products including catering packaging, consumer product packaging, and functional packaging. Products sold directly to enterprise customers with customization options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

YUTOECO manufactures plant fiber-based molded packaging products, including catering tableware (cups, plates, cutlery), consumer-product packaging containers, functional packaging (such as greaseproof and barrier applications), and non-packaging items like cushioning materials. The company sells customized, sustainable fiber-packaging solutions to enterprise brand customers across the catering, consumer electronics, food, and personal care industries, leveraging proprietary technologies such as FluoZero™ and Extruliber™ to replace single-use plastics.

Product overview

YUTOECO is a sustainability-focused sub-brand under YUTO Group, founded in 2020, offering plant fiber-based packaging solutions and eco-friendly materials. The product portfolio centers on five main categories: Plant Fiber Catering Packaging (disposable tableware like plates, bowls, cutlery, and drinkware for food service), Plant Fiber Consumer Product Packaging (solutions for electronics, cosmetics, and luxury goods), Plant Fiber Functional Packaging (including FluoZero™ PFAS-free technology and Extruliber™ dry fiber molding), Plant Fiber Raw Materials (bamboo, bagasse, wood, straw, grass), and Plant Fiber Non-packaging Products. Key technologies include FluoZero™ (PFAS-free greaseproof agent), Extruliber™ (dry fiber molding), ECO Lucent Membrane (biodegradable cellulose film), and algae-based inks. The company serves diverse industries including catering, aviation, retail, consumer electronics, and personal care with products that are home-compostable and naturally degradable.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• YUTOECO: A sustainability solution pioneer sub-brand under YUTO Group, offering plant fiber packaging solutions beyond traditional packaging. Founded in 2020, it focuses on developing plant fiber materials that are home compostable and naturally degradable.

Products and services

• Plant Fiber Catering Packaging Molded plant fiber catering packaging products (cups, plates, cutlery, containers) sold to food-service and QSR brand customers as sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic tableware.
• Plant Fiber Consumer Product Packaging Custom molded plant fiber packaging for consumer goods brands across electronics, food, and personal care categories, replacing conventional plastic clamshells, trays, and boxes.
• Plant Fiber Functional Packaging Functional plant fiber packaging with enhanced performance attributes such as greaseproof, barrier, and protective properties for demanding food and product applications.
• Plant Fiber Raw Materials Plant fiber pulp and raw material inputs supplied by YUTOECO for use in molded fiber manufacturing and downstream packaging production.
• Plant Fiber Non-packaging Products Molded plant fiber products outside the traditional packaging category, including cushioning, protective, and other industrial fiber-based items.
• Plant Fiber 9oz Cup A 9-ounce molded plant fiber beverage cup sold to catering and food-service customers as a plastic-free alternative to standard disposable cups.
• Plant Fiber 6in Stripe Plate A 6-inch striped-pattern molded plant fiber plate sold to catering and food-service customers as a sustainable substitute for single-use plastic plates.
• Plant Fiber Knife A molded plant fiber disposable knife sold to catering and food-service customers as a biodegradable alternative to plastic cutlery.
• Plant Fiber Container (7x5in series) A 7x5-inch molded plant fiber container sold to food, catering, and consumer-product brand customers as a sustainable alternative to plastic containers.
• Adjustable Box An adjustable molded plant fiber packaging box whose dimensions can be tuned to fit different product sizes, sold to consumer and electronics brand customers.
• 100% Plant Fiber Milk Box (SATINE collaboration) A 100% plant fiber milk carton developed in collaboration with the SATINE brand, serving as a fiber-based alternative to traditional plastic-lined beverage cartons.
• Plant-based Cushioning Materials Plant-based cushioning and protective materials sold to brand and logistics customers as sustainable alternatives to expanded-plastic foam cushioning.
• FluoZero™ PFAS-free Greaseproof Agent A proprietary PFAS-free greaseproof agent sold as a functional input/coating for plant fiber packaging to deliver food-grade grease resistance without per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
• ECO Lucent Membrane A proprietary bio-based membrane supplied by YUTOECO to add transparent barrier and surface-protection properties to plant fiber packaging substrates.
• Algae-based Inks Bio-based algae-derived printing inks sold to brand owners and converters for printing branding and graphics onto plant fiber packaging.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces plastic use by more than 85%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2024YUTOECO is a proud sponsor of SPC Impact 2024 event. SPC is a membership-based collaborative that believes in the power of industry to make packaging more sustainable. The event brought together 800+ industry experts, 100+ speakers, and 40+ exhibitors.
• SATINEcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Collaboration to create 100% Plant Fiber Milk Box and Hulunbuir Winter Prairie Limited Edition Eco-friendly Gift Box. Products made from natural bagasse and bamboo fiber without printing or ink, naturally degrading after use.
• GREENRIVERminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 December 2023Environmental public welfare organization partnership. YUTOECO conducted environmental public welfare training for GREENRIVER volunteers on plastic pollution and eco-friendly packaging solutions. GREENRIVER focuses on protecting natural ecological environments in river basin areas.
• YUTO GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYUTOECO is an innovative, forward-looking sub-brand under YUTO Group, driven by the guiding principle of sustainability. YUTO Group is the parent company providing strategic direction and resources for the eco-friendly packaging initiative.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Eco-Products (Novolex): Eco-Products, part of Novolex, supplies compostable foodservice packaging made from molded fiber, PLA, and other renewable materials. Closely comparable to YUTOECO in sustainable QSR and food retail packaging.
• BioPak: BioPak (owned by Novolex) produces plant-based, compostable catering disposables including cups, plates, bowls, and cutlery made from bagasse, bamboo, and PLA. Directly comparable to YUTOECO in fiber-based foodservice packaging.
• Sabert Corporation: Sabert produces molded fiber and sustainable foodservice packaging, including compostable plates, bowls, and containers. Comparable to YUTOECO's molded fiber catering portfolio.
• Vegware: Vegware manufactures compostable plant-fiber catering disposables (cups, plates, cutlery, containers) from bagasse, palm leaf, and PLA. Directly comparable to YUTOECO's plant-fiber catering packaging line.

Broad incumbents

• Stora Enso: Stora Enso supplies renewable fiber-based packaging materials, including molded pulp products and cellulose-based barriers for food contact. Comparable to YUTOECO as a large bio-based packaging materials supplier.
• Genpak: Genpak manufactures foodservice packaging including fiber-based and compostable containers, lids, and tableware. Comparable to YUTOECO's molded fiber foodservice product line.
• Huhtamaki: Huhtamaki is a global food and beverage packaging incumbent with a sizable molded fiber and fiber-based product range (e.g., egg cartons, trays, cups). Comparable to YUTOECO as a broader incumbent expanding into fiber-based foodservice.
• Pactiv Evergreen: Pactiv Evergreen is a major foodservice and beverage packaging manufacturer with growing sustainable/compostable lines. Comparable to YUTOECO as a broad incumbent serving similar QSR and food retail customers.

Emerging players

• Notpla: Notpla creates seaweed- and plant-based packaging solutions for foodservice and consumer goods. Comparable to YUTOECO as an emerging player in bio-based, home-compostable packaging.
• TIPA: TIPA develops fully compostable flexible packaging films for food and fashion. Comparable to YUTOECO's ECO Lucent Membrane as an emerging bio-based packaging technology provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCFhB2HgGNf_g5SbbyRJUhtA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/yutoeco

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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