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Fully Biodegradable · PFAS-Free · Plastic-Free · Developed with SCUT

High-Barrier Packaging
Built for the EU & US Regulatory Switch

Nanocellulose-based biodegradable high-barrier films and paper coatings — fully bio-based, PFAS-free and plastic-free. High oxygen barrier, water and 100% UVB protection, FDA food-contact, and degradation in soil. A drop-in replacement for PE lamination and fluorochemical greaseproof paper.

Oxygen barrier film · Multifunctional barrier film · Biomass coating liquid · In partnership with SCUT Plant Fiber Material Science Research Center

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WHY IT WINS

Biodegradable
+ PFAS-Free
High barrier without the plastic or the fluorochemicals
<0.2O₂ barrier
cm³/m²·day
100%UVB
block
21dsoil
degradation
◆ Fully Bio-Based ◆ PFAS-Free ◆ Plastic-Free (PE-Free) ◆ FDA Food-Contact ◆ 100% UVB Block ◆ SCUT National-Lab R&D
The Challenge

Brands are being forced off plastic and PFAS

Regulation — not just preference — is driving the switch. Conventional barrier packaging relies on plastics (PE/EVOH) or fluorochemical (PFAS) coatings. Both are now restricted, and most "green" alternatives can't match the barrier.

The problem with conventional barriers

  • PE lamination & plastic films — not recyclable/compostable; hit by EU PPWR & plastic taxes
  • PFAS greaseproof paper — fluorochemicals now banned in many US states
  • Most compostable alternatives — poor oxygen/grease barrier, short shelf life
  • Microplastics & brand sustainability commitments add pressure

ZnoNova Biopack

  • Nanocellulose high barrier — O₂ <0.2, water & 100% UVB protection
  • Fully bio-based & biodegradable — degrades in soil (~21 days, tested)
  • PFAS-free & plastic-free — passes where composite films can't
  • FDA food-contact · backed by SCUT national-lab research
<0.2
Oxygen barrier
cm³·m⁻²·day⁻¹
<0.5
Water-vapour barrier
g·m⁻²·day⁻¹
100%
UVB block
>200MPa
Tensile strength
~21d
Soil degradation
Performance

High barrier — and genuinely biodegradable

Tested performance of the nanocellulose-based barrier materials. Full test reports, food-contact documentation and compostability certification available / in progress under NDA.

PropertyConventional plastic / PFASZnoNova Biopack
Oxygen barrierHigh (EVOH/plastic)High — O₂ <0.2 cm³·m⁻²·day⁻¹
Water-vapour barrierHigh<0.5 g·m⁻²·day⁻¹
UV (UVB) barrierUsually none100% UVB block
Grease / oil resistancePFAS-basedPFAS-free coating
Biodegradable / compostableNo (plastic) / NoFully bio-based, soil-degradable
Food contactYesFDA food-contact

Figures are tested values for the nanocellulose materials under specified conditions; confirm against the CoA and certification for your application.

The Range

Three nanocellulose barrier products

Films for finished packaging, and a coating liquid to upgrade ordinary paper.

Film

Oxygen Barrier Film

High oxygen-barrier (O₂ <0.2), flexible (9,000+ folds), bio-based and FDA food-contact.

  • For oxidation-prone foods
  • Vegetables · cooked & prepared meals
Film

Multifunctional Barrier Film

Triple barrier — oxygen, water and 100% UVB — tensile >200 MPa, soil-degradable in ~21 days.

  • Dried fruit · coffee · baked goods
  • Pharma bottle sealing (light-block)
Coating · Spearhead

Biomass Coating Liquid

Coats ordinary paper to replace PE lamination & PFAS greaseproof — grease, oil & water resistant, recyclable, food-contact.

  • Foodservice / greaseproof paper
  • PFAS-free · PE-free · compostable
Why ZnoNova Biopack

High barrier and truly biodegradable — most can only do one

Many "high-barrier" sustainable films are composites that still contain plastic, so they fail compostability and PFAS-free requirements. Ours are built to pass them.

Fully bio-basedNo plastic component — built to meet compostability, not just "recyclable-ish".
PFAS-freeGrease & oil resistance without fluorochemicals — ready for US state bans.
Real barrierO₂ <0.2 + water + 100% UVB — performance most compostables can't match.
National-lab R&DDeveloped with SCUT Plant Fiber Material Science Research Center.
Applications

Where it fits

Leading with the regulation-driven, high-value switches.

Greaseproof foodservice paper

Foodservice & greaseproof paper

PFAS-free, PE-free grease-resistant paper for burgers, baking, takeaway — built for the US PFAS bans.

Coffee and dried food packaging

Coffee & dried food

Oxygen + UV barrier keeps coffee, dried fruit, nuts and snacks fresh — compostable, premium.

Fresh and prepared food packaging

Fresh & prepared food

Oxygen-barrier film for vegetables, cooked food and prepared meals prone to oxidation.

Biodegradable barrier film

Pharma & light-sensitive goods

100% UVB block plus oxygen/water barrier for bottle sealing and light-sensitive products.

FAQ

Common questions

Is it really biodegradable and plastic-free?

The materials are fully bio-based (nanocellulose + biomass), with tested soil degradation around 21 days. Unlike many "high-barrier" composite films that still contain a plastic layer, ours are designed to be plastic-free and compostable. Compostability certification (EN13432 / OK Compost) is available / in progress — ask us for the current status and reports.

Is the coating PFAS-free?

Yes — the biomass coating liquid provides grease, oil and water resistance without fluorochemicals (PFAS), making it a drop-in replacement for fluorochemical greaseproof paper now banned in several US states. PFAS-free declaration and test data available under NDA.

How good is the barrier?

Tested oxygen barrier is O₂ <0.2 cm³·m⁻²·day⁻¹, water-vapour <0.5 g·m⁻²·day⁻¹, and 100% UVB block, with tensile strength >200 MPa for the multifunctional film. This is high barrier for a fully biodegradable material — most compostable films can't match it.

How is the coating liquid used?

It is supplied to paper mills and converters and applied to ordinary paper on existing coating lines, replacing PE extrusion lamination or PFAS greaseproof treatment. We provide coating guidance. Ready-coated paper can also be arranged.

Who developed it?

The technology was developed with the Plant Fiber Material Science Research Center at South China University of Technology (SCUT). ZnoNova is the overseas commercialization partner — samples, test data and supply available to qualified partners.

Resources

Guides for the PFAS & PE switch

Practical, citable guides for converters, mills and brand owners moving off PFAS and plastic.

PFAS Transition

What replaces PFAS in food packaging?

The alternatives, their trade-offs, and how to choose a PFAS-free grease barrier.
Greaseproof

PFAS-free greaseproof paper

Kit test, coating options, and how to switch your greaseproof off PFAS.
PE-Free

PE-free paper coating

Replace plastic lamination on existing lines — keep paper recyclable & compostable.
Technology

Nanocellulose barrier coatings explained

Why nano-scale cellulose gives high barrier while staying bio-based.

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CompanyGuangzhou ZnoNova Technology Development Co., Ltd.
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Phone / WhatsApp+86 189 8883 2169
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R&D PartnerSCUT Plant Fiber Material Science Research Center
🌏 Priority markets: USA (PFAS bans) & EU (PPWR). Samples, test data and certification status available under NDA.