Biobased Products

Free Webinar in Spanish: Biobased Testing & USDA BioPreferred Program

Free Spanish webinar – Análisis de origen biológico & Programa BioPreferred del USDA
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Free Webinar for Asia-Pacific: How to Measure Biobased Content?

Free Webinar for Asia-Pacific: How to Measure Biobased Content?
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Live Webinar: Feb. 27, 2024 *Available on demand*

Join Beta Analytic’s Free Biobased Testing Webinar

Biobased Testing & the USDA BioPreferred® Program
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Live Webinar: December 14, 2023 – Available on demand

Blue Angel Ecolabel: Is Biobased Testing Required for Lubricants?

Through its ecolabel for biodegradable lubricants and hydraulic fluids, Blue Angel aims to enable buyers to choose products that consist primarily of renewable raw materials (vegetable or animal oils) and have a good biodegradability.

CertiPUR-US® Program Certifies Biobased Foams

The CertiPUR-US® foam certification program is launching an initiative to certify biobased slabstock flexible polyurethane foams in September 2023. Biobased content will be measured by ISO 17025:2017-accredited Beta Analytic following the ASTM D6866 Method B standard.

Biobased Testing & the Nordic Swan Ecolabel for Textiles

The Nordic Swan Ecolabel for textiles set strict requirements for fibers and chemicals as part of efforts to reduce the environmental impact of textiles throughout their life cycles. Textiles must be made from fibers that are either organic, recycled or based on renewable resources complying with specific environmental requirements.

The EU Taxonomy Regulation for Biobased Products

The EU Taxonomy Regulation Act (2020/852) for sustainable economic activities was created in July 2020 to have a common language and clear definition of ‘sustainable’ when classifying investments. Sustainable investments in projects and activities in the EU is vital in order to meet the objectives in the EU Green Deal.

The U.S. Plastics Pact

The U.S. launched a Plastics Pact in 2020, being the first plastics pact in North America with Canada to follow in 2021. The U.S. Plastics Pact is part of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy Initiative Plastic Pact Network.

CEN/TR 17674 – Isotopic Fingerprint of Food Products and Natural Flavors

The CEN Technical Report CEN/TR 17674 provides an overview of existing applications of isotope ratio analysis of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen that are relevant to the analysis of biobased feedstocks, products and production processes. This Technical Report validates the geographic origin and/or isotopic fingerprint of natural flavors, food products and feedstocks. CEN/TR 17674, however, does not provide validation of whether a product is biobased (naturally sourced) or not.

How Toy Makers can Avoid Greenwashing Claims

In a cluttered market like the toy industry, a transparent approach goes a long way to stand out from competitors. Consumers will be more likely to trust your toys if the “eco-friendly” claims in your packaging and marketing materials are validated. Getting a Nordic Swan Ecolabel or USDA Certified Biobased Product label can help prove that your toy products are indeed “green”.

Bold Goals for U.S. Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing

In March 2023, President Biden issued 10 Bold Goals for the U.S. Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing industries, expanding on his Executive Order issued September 12, 2022 on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy. While the 2022 Executive Order emphasized increasing market opportunities for biobased products, these bold goals provide key objectives for the U.S. bioeconomy. 

Growth & Projections of the Green Chemicals Industry

At a global scale, the bio-based chemicals market size was valued at US$75.9 billion in 2021 and between $107.6 and $126.25 billion in 2022 with a growth projection of 8.8% annually between 2022 and 2030. Innovation in analytical tools and availability of data has made it easier for companies to develop and commercialize new products in this space as valuing waste streams has become more important across the globe.

The FDRA’s Guide on How to Make Sustainable Footwear

In an effort to make the footwear industry more sustainable, the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) created a guide that provides basic Environmentally Preferred Material (EPM) thresholds for shoe companies and set benchmarks so brands will know if they are exceeding industry averages. The FDRA is a business and trade association with more than 700 brands and retailers as members.

Free Webinar: Biobased Testing under the USDA BioPreferred® Program

Biobased Testing, USDA BioPreferred® Program and Case Studies
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Live Webinar: April 13, 2023 – Available on Demand

Biobased Testing in the Leather and Tannery Industry

According to a 2022 business confidence survey by the International Leather Maker, the majority of tannery industry professionals are becoming increasingly conscious of the value of switching to biobased tanning chemicals as an alternative to chemicals sourced from fossil-carbon.

Biden’s Executive Order on Biotech and Biomanufacturing

On September 12, 2022, President Biden released a new Executive Order on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy. This aims to accelerate America’s bioeconomy through a boost in sustainable biomass production and biobased products.

Eyewear & More Baby Products in the USDA BioPreferred Program

The USDA BioPreferred® Program increased the number of potential participants by adding 23 more product categories that qualify for a USDA Certified Biobased Product label. These product categories are not designated for federal purchasing preference at this time. 

Important Tips for Footwear Makers who need Biobased Content Testing

ISO 17025-accredited Beta Analytic has done bio-based content testing since 2004. As a lab, we have helped Reebok and other brands to verify their plant-derived materials. Use of results, type of sample, and deadlines are three factors to consider before testing.rebook biobased shoes

Register to Join the USDA BioPreferred Program Webinar

A FREE webinar about the USDA BioPreferred Program and how carbon-14 analysis is used to measure a product’s biobased carbon content.
Live Webinar: March 22, 2022  – Available on Demand
Speakers: Serafima Kurepa (Beta Analytic), Andrew Jermolowicz (Director, USDA Rural Development – Business Development Division), Vernell Thompson (Procurement Analyst, USDA Rural Development – Public-Private Partnerships Branch)

Are Greenology’s Household & Personal Care Products Really Biobased?

In an article co-authored with Greenology Products, Beta Analytic’s Marketing Manager Haley Gershon describes the use of Carbon-14 testing to verify biomass-derived ingredients used in the formulation of household and personal care products and explains the need of such testing to qualify for certain certification and eco-labeling programs.