Carbios SAS is a French biotechnology company specializing in the development of enzymatic solutions for the recycling and repurposing of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics. Founded in 2011 as a spin-off from the French National Institute for Agricultural Research (INRA), Carbios aims to address the growing plastic pollution crisis by offering industrial-scale technologies that enable the breakdown of PET into its original monomers, which can then be reused to manufacture new plastic materials without loss of quality.
The company’s core offering centers on its proprietary enzymebased processes. Carbios has engineered and optimized PET-degrading enzymes that accelerate the depolymerization process, reducing energy consumption compared to traditional chemical and mechanical recycling methods. In addition to its PET biorecycling platform, Carbios is developing biomanufacturing pathways for the production of biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) polymers, demonstrating its broader commitment to a circular bioeconomy.
Carbios operates its first demonstration plant in Clermont-Ferrand, France, where it validates process parameters and scales up production. Through strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with multinational consumer goods and packaging companies, the company seeks to integrate its technologies into existing supply chains. Collaborators include major brands in the beverage, personal care, and textile industries that are exploring sustainable packaging solutions.
Led by a management team with expertise in industrial biotechnology and polymer science, Carbios continues to advance toward commercial deployment. The company’s efforts have attracted research grants, private investment, and collaborative agreements across Europe and North America. By combining enzymatic innovation with industrial engineering, Carbios positions itself at the forefront of the emerging global market for enzymatic recycling and bio-derived plastics.
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