{"id":20363,"date":"2014-05-12T02:32:37","date_gmt":"2014-05-12T00:32:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.biofuelsdigest.com\/biobased\/2014\/05\/08\/meredian-receives-six-vincotte-certifications-for-biodegradability\/"},"modified":"2014-05-09T15:40:27","modified_gmt":"2014-05-09T13:40:27","slug":"meredian-inc-receives-impressive-total-six-vincotte-certifications-biodegradability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/renewable-carbon.eu\/news\/meredian-inc-receives-impressive-total-six-vincotte-certifications-biodegradability\/","title":{"rendered":"Meredian, Inc. Receives Impressive Total of Six Vin\u00e7otte Certifications for Biodegradability"},"content":{"rendered":"

BAINBRIDGE, GA- Privately held biopolymer manufacturer Meredian, Inc., the world\u2019s largest producer of PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate), has received four certifications and two statements of biodegradability from Vin\u00e7otte International, headquartered in Vilvoorde, Belgium. Meredian, Inc. is the only company in the world to receive these certifications of biodegradability in all six mediums. The approval of these certifications further serves to highlight Meredian Inc.\u2019s mission to create the most ecologically sound biodegradable plastic on the market.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cGone are the days of filled landfills, here are the days of sustainability and ecological responsibility. Thanks greatly in part to the achievements being made by Meredian, Inc.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are thrilled to announce our receipt of four certifications and two statements of biodegradability from Vin\u00e7otte International. These certifications ensure that our products are leading the industry in advancements that will make a remarkable difference in the world of bioplastics,\u201d said Dr. Paul Pereira, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors at Meredian, Inc. Meredian\u2019s many Vin\u00e7otte certifications help welcome a new and exciting period for this impressive company. Over 150 patents and applications have helped establish Meredian, Inc. as the world-leader in reactive extrusion and PHA biopolymer applications, and these certifications are just another stride forward.<\/p>\n

These certifications guarantee that Meredian Inc.\u2019s products are biodegradable by all six mediums: anaerobic, soil, freshwater, marine, industrial composting and home composting. Meaning that Meredian\u2019s FDA food contact approved PHA can decay in essentially any compost situation, even home compost situations that tend to have lower temperatures. In demonstrating this biodegradability, Meredian, Inc. showcases their readiness to move forward in producing a bioplastic that will change the way the world views plastics.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur PHA formula aims at meeting the needs of consumers who are conscious of the impact that they have on the environment. By creating a plastic that is biodegradable by all six mediums, Meredian, Inc. hopes to continue our mission of sustainability that is accessible by all,\u201d says Dr. Paul Pereira. “Gone are the days of filled landfills, here are the days of sustainability and ecological responsibility. Thanks greatly in part to the achievements being made by Meredian, Inc.”<\/p>\n

About Meredian, Inc.:\u00a0<\/em><\/h3>\n

Meredian, Inc. is a privately held Georgia corporation which manufactures PHA biopolymers using renewable resources, further reducing the global dependence on petroleum historically used in production of plastics. Meredian, Inc. was formed by the principles following the success of its sister company, DaniMer Scientific, LLC. DaniMer Scientific was formed in 2004 to bring innovative solutions to the world by way of the use of biopolymer materials in traditional plastic applications. These companies are supported by a world class group of dedicated, highly skilled team members. With the addition of Meredian PHA biopolymers, the two companies offer a comprehensive selection of biopolymers that supports their core values of utilizing sustainably produced, renewable resource based polymers to improve people\u2019s lives at work.<\/em><\/p>\n

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