What is Bio-based(Bio-based Material)?

Bio-based means material derived in whole or in part from biomass resources. Biomass resources are organic materials, renewable or recyclable, such as crop residues, wood residues, herbaceous plants, and aquatic plants. In a certain sense, any product that contains a certain amount of biobased material is a biobased product.

Bio-based materials are materials obtained from the manufacture of renewable biomass(the contents of crops, trees, other plants, animals and their residues). Bio-based materials tend to be green, environmentally friendly, renewable, and biodegradable.

Bio-based greaseproof paper is made from renewable resources, which is designed to reduce reliance on petroleum-based plastics and lower the carbon footprint.

What does Fluoride-free Mean?

Fluoride-free refers to the absence of fluorinated compounds, especially perfluoro and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). These substances have been widely used in food packaging, non-stick pans, waterproof clothing, and other products because of their oil- and water-resistant and high-temperature-resistant properties.

Conventional greaseproof paper often adds fluorinated compounds (e.g., PFAS) to block grease, but these substances may be harmful to humans and the environment (e.g., persistence, bioaccumulation). Fluoride-free versions are safer and more environmentally friendly as the grease barrier effect is achieved through other technologies (e.g., biopolymers or physical treatments).