What BOTEC Blue Ocean Algae Membrane does

Blue Ocean Algae Membrane (Fujian) Biotechnology Co., Ltd., doing business as BOTEC, is a Fujian-based biotechnology subsidiary under Hong Kong-listed Green Fresh Group (Stock Code: 01084.HK) that develops and commercializes seaweed-based and protein-based films for sustainable packaging, food service, and skincare applications. Founded in 2019 by research talent selected through Xiamen's 'Double Hundred Plan,' the company operates a clean production workshop and processing lines in Zhangzhou, with sales/marketing presence in Xiamen and a regional headquarters in North Point, Hong Kong.

Its product portfolio spans three lines: the fromSeaweed Film series (envelope window film, box window film, sticker film, and protection film) for packaging converters and electronics manufacturers; the Edible Film series (soy protein-based soup bun filling film, meat roll film, sushi film, onigiri film, and 50%-real-egg egg sheet) for food manufacturers and food service operators; and the fromSeaweed Polysaccharide Crystal Mask and Eye Sheet Mask for cosmetics and skincare brands. Underlying technology is proprietary seaweed- and soy-protein-derived film formulation with supporting barrier, oil-resistance, and food-contact performance characteristics, backed by a stacked compliance dossier including ISO 9001, FDA, EU food contact, DIN and TÜV Home Compostable, RoHS, REACH, PFAS-free, and SGS no-plastic certifications.

BOTEC monetizes through project-based B2B sales to packaging converters, brand owners, food manufacturers, electronics firms, and cosmetics brands via direct enterprise engagement, an online RFQ system, and international trade exhibitions such as CHINAPLAS, with all sales conducted on a custom-specification basis rather than published price lists. Pricing, revenue, headcount, and funding data are not publicly disclosed, and no independent venture or private equity investment has been recorded.

Name

BOTEC Blue Ocean Algae Membrane

Legal name

Blue Ocean Algae Membrane (Fujian) Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.

Website

https://en.algaemembrane.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Blue Ocean Algae Membrane (BOTEC) is a Fujian-based biotech subsidiary of Green Fresh Group that develops proprietary seaweed-based and soy-protein films for packaging converters, food manufacturers, electronics firms, and cosmetics brands, sold via direct B2B sales and exhibitions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Packaging Films

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Food Manufacturing (311)

SIC

Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090), Food And Kindred Products (2000), Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081)

akta.pro primary industry

Water-Soluble & Edible Packaging (PVOH-based, Edible Films) (IMALAMAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB), Biodegradable Packaging Materials (films, trays, foams) (IMAEAOAB), Meat, Poultry & Seafood Packaging (MAP/Vacuum/Skin) (IMALAHAF)

Keywords

• Biodegradable packaging films
• Seaweed-based materials
• Edible protein films
• Home compostable films
• Sustainable packaging solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Hong Kong

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Seaweed Film Products: BOTEC generates revenue through the sale of proprietary seaweed-based packaging films including envelope window films, box window films, sticker films, and protection films. These are sold as finished film materials to packaging converters and brand owners on a project basis with customizable specifications.
2. Edible Film Products: Revenue from soy protein and polysaccharide edible films for food applications including soup bun filling films, meat roll films, sushi films, onigiri films, and egg sheets. Products are sold directly to food manufacturers and food service companies.
3. Facial Care Products: Sales of seaweed polysaccharide crystal facial masks and eye sheet masks for sustainable skincare applications. Products are sold to cosmetics brands and directly to consumers through potential distribution channels.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BOTEC develops and manufactures seaweed-based and protein-based biodegradable films for sustainable packaging and edible food applications. The product portfolio spans packaging films (envelope window, box window, sticker, and protection films) under the fromSeaweed Film brand, edible protein films for food service applications (soup bun filling, sushi, meat roll, onigiri, and egg sheets), and polysaccharide-based facial masks. All products are 100% plastic-free, home-compostable, FDA/EU food-contact compliant, and derived from renewable marine biomass and soy protein.

Product overview

BOTEC (Blue Ocean Algae Membrane) offers a portfolio of seaweed-based and protein-based films under the fromSeaweed Film brand and Edible Film series. The fromSeaweed Film line includes window films for envelopes, boxes, stickers, and surface protection—serving packaging, mailing, and electronics industries. The Edible Film series features soy protein films (Meat Roll Film, Sushi Film, Soup Bun Filling Film, Onigiri Film) and Egg Sheet for food service applications. Additionally, the company produces a Polysaccharide Crystal Mask using seaweed-based materials for sustainable skincare. All products are characterized by home compostability, biodegradability, and plastic-free compositions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• fromSeaweed Film: Seaweed-based packaging film brand derived from natural seaweed, 100% home compostable, used for envelope window film, box window film, sticker film, and protection film applications.

Products and services

• fromSeaweed Envelope Window Film Seaweed-based, 100% home-compostable window film designed for envelope address windows, offering crystal clear visibility, repulpability with paper recycling, and compatibility with automated mailing systems. Sold to envelope manufacturers and packaging converters.
• fromSeaweed Box Window Film Home-compostable window film for paper box packaging across food, confectionery, and cosmetics applications, offering low-haze transparency, oil resistance, and FDA food contact compliance. Sold to packaging converters and brand owners.
• fromSeaweed Sticker Film Seaweed-derived, plastic-free sticker film that is home-compostable, featuring customizable adhesion levels (high tack, low tack, partial glue) and support for printing promotional, instructional, and compliance copy. Sold to label producers and brand owners.
• fromSeaweed Protection Film Home-compostable algae-based polysaccharide protection film providing temporary one-time protection for electronic displays and glossy housings during production, shipment, and storage, featuring clean peel removal with minimal residue. Sold to electronics manufacturers.
• fromSeaweed Polysaccharide Crystal Mask 100% biodegradable seaweed-based facial mask in dry sheet format, activated upon soaking in essence, featuring no added preservatives, ultimate skin adherence, and superior moisture retention for sustainable skincare applications. Sold to cosmetics and skincare brands.
• Meat Roll Film Premium soy protein film serving as a tofu skin alternative for wrapping minced meat, water chestnuts, and scallions, designed for automated high-speed machinery and frying to a golden crispy perfection. Sold to food manufacturers and food service operators.
• Sushi Film Soy protein-based seaweed alternative film for sushi, shumai, and kimbap, offering excellent rice adhesion, uniform color, and consistent thickness with customizable specifications. Sold to food manufacturers and food service operators.
• Soup Bun Filling Film High-quality soy protein film engineered to lock in broth and savory juices for soup buns (xiaolongbao), keeping the outer dough perfectly intact and preventing sogginess. Sold to food manufacturers and food service operators.
• Onigiri Film

Quantifiable outcome

• Seaweed absorbs 35 times more carbon than terrestrial plants, enabling carbon-negative product lifecycle

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered supportive, strategic and core.

• Hong Kong Plastics Manufacturers Association (HKPMA)supportiveGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2026BOTEC participated in CHINAPLAS 2026 with strong support from HKPMA, setting up a display zone in the Hong Kong Pavilion to strengthen connections with local and global clients. The association provides platform support for BOTEC's market visibility in Hong Kong and international markets.
• TÜV Rheinland GermanystrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2026TÜV Rheinland Germany conducted formal certification testing and presented the Home Compostable Certification to BOTEC at CHINAPLAS 2026. The certification serves as authoritative third-party verification of BOTEC seaweed film's eco-friendly properties and biodegradation standards.
• DIN CERTCOstrategicTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2026DIN officials visited BOTEC's CHINAPLAS booth to formally present the Home Compostable Certification certificate. This internationally recognized certification verifies that BOTEC's material meets strict biodegradation standards for home composting.
• Green Fresh GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBOTEC is a pioneering brand under Green Fresh Group (Stock Code: 01084.HK), leveraging over 20 years of global leadership and deep R&D expertise in seaweed hydrocolloids. The listed parent company provides manufacturing scale, patent protection, and technical expertise that underpins BOTEC's sustainable materials business.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• TIPA Sustainable Packaging: Israel-based developer of compostable flexible packaging films for food and consumer goods applications. Direct peer — both produce bio-based, home-compostable packaging films targeting converters and brand owners with similar sustainability certifications and regulatory positioning.
• Loliware: US-based company developing seaweed-based single-use packaging and straws. Direct peer — both leverage seaweed-derived biopolymers for home-compostable food-contact packaging applications. Loliware also extends into consumer cosmetics/beauty adjacent to BOTEC's facial mask line.
• Plantic Technologies: Australia-based manufacturer of bio-based and home-compostable packaging films using starch-based materials. Direct peer — both produce biodegradable flexible packaging films for food and consumer goods markets with comparable certification-driven go-to-market models.
• Notpla: UK-based pioneer in seaweed-based edible films and packaging. Direct peer — both companies develop seaweed-derived, home-compostable and edible packaging films targeting brand owners seeking plastic alternatives. Notpla has raised significant VC funding and operates at larger scale in European markets.

Emerging players

• Lactips: France-based manufacturer of water-soluble, bio-based films from milk protein (casein). Emerging player — both develop protein-based edible/water-soluble packaging films for food and industrial applications with similar home-compostable and food-contact positioning.
• Sway: US-based startup developing seaweed-based flexible packaging films. Emerging player — both use seaweed-derived polymers for home-compostable packaging, though Sway is at earlier commercialization stage and focuses on apparel/textile applications adjacent to BOTEC's electronics protection film use cases.
• Cruz Foam: US-based producer of bio-based protective packaging using chitin from seafood waste. Emerging player — adjacent in bio-based protective films and surface protection use cases that overlap with BOTEC's electronics protection film product.

Broad incumbents

• BioBag International: Norway-based established manufacturer of compostable bags and films for retail and waste management. Broad incumbent — overlaps with BOTEC's compostable packaging film portfolio at a much larger scale and broader distribution, providing an incumbent benchmark for home-compostable certification positioning.
• NatureWorks: US-based global leader in PLA biopolymer production for compostable packaging and food service applications. Broad incumbent — supplies the resin feedstock used by many bio-packaging film producers; competes with BOTEC's seaweed-based approach as an established, scaled alternative in the sustainable packaging materials market.

Others

• Green Fresh Group: Hong Kong-listed parent company (HKEX: 01084.HK) and global leader in seaweed hydrocolloid production. Parent/sister entity — provides BOTEC's feedstock, IP foundation, and capital backing; itself a peer in seaweed-derived materials with overlapping raw material base but different downstream product focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BotecBlueOceanAlgaeMembrane
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/botec-blue-ocean-algae-membrane

Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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