The European Commission has approved its renewable rice bran wax additives for food-contact plastics with a regulatory standard. This authorization, based on the European Food Safety Authority's (EFSA) positive safety assessment, positions Clariant's Licocare RBW product line as a sustainable solution for the European plastics industry.
Segment manager Additives at Clariant, Diederik Goyvaerts, stated that achieving the EU Commission approval, which is based on the EFSA recommendation for our Licocare rice bran wax additives, represents years of dedicated work and demonstrates Clariant's commitment to delivering sustainable solutions that meet the highest regulatory standards.
The EU Commission approval covers the Licocare RBW 100-300 series, including Licocare RBW 360 Vita and Licocare RBW 560 Vita. This enables Clariant to use these additives at up to 0.3% in polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polylactic acid (PLA), and rigid polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials and articles intended for contact with non-fatty foods.
According to Towards Packaging, the Sustainable food storage market is projected to experience significant growth, with estimates suggesting the market size will increase from USD 121.5 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 240.85 billion by 2035, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% from 2026 to 2035. Growth is driven by the increasing demand for precise liquid dispensing with rising consumer emphasis on hygiene and product accuracy, driving adoption in the personal care sector. Innovations in ergonomic design and material strength are enhancing user safety and efficiency. It prioritizes accurate liquid dispensing, especially in healthcare, personal care, and laboratory environments.
Clariant contributes to value creation with innovative and sustainable solutions for customers from many industries. It is designed to meet very specific needs with as much precision as possible. At the same time, our research and development are focused on addressing the key trends of our time. These include energy efficiency, renewable raw materials, emission-free mobility, and conserving finite resources.
Clariant is actively focusing on enhancing sustainability benefits through its business units. The company's strategy includes creating value through enhanced sustainability benefits, enabling material circularity, and reducing dependency on fossil resources to decrease CO2 emissions.
A recent report by Towards Packaging highlights that the sustainable food storage market is witnessing growth due to the rising awareness of food safety and sustainability for consumers becoming more conscious of the environmental impact of their choices, leading to a rising demand for eco-friendly materials and reusable options, and a market shift towards sustainable materials in the market, with biodegradable, recyclable, and non-toxic materials gaining popularity.
25 May 2026
25 May 2026
25 May 2026
25 May 2026