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PLASTIC

1. RECYCLED FIBER TILE 
TerraCore® Poly | FabriTrak Systems 
An acoustic tile made from 80% post-consumer recycled plastic. It is also available in a loose format, as a substitute for fiberglass infill. It is available in high or standard densities, in black or white options. The product is 100% recyclable and non-toxic.  
CMF: human health, circularity

2. RUBBER TREE FOAM 
Latex Foam | FoamOnline 
Latex foam is a cellular polymer foam derived from the sap of rubber trees, Hevea brasiliensis. Its unique structure is made of interconnected open cells, creating a resilient and breathable material. With high elasticity and durability, latex foam provides excellent support, pressure relief, and responsiveness. It is hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, and resistant to dust mites, mold, and mildew. The natural latex composition makes it a renewable option for applications including mattresses, pillows, and cushions. 
CMF: human health

3. GRASS NURDLES 
AgriPlast | Biowert 
AgriPlast is composed of 25% recycled plastics and 75% meadow grass. The manufacturing process exposes silage to warm water until only pure cellulose remains. These natural fibers are combined with thermoplastics for added stability, and the pellets seen here are used in the injection moulding and extrusion manufacturing of final products. 
CMF: ecosystem health, circularity

4. GRASS PLASTIC 
AgriPlast | Biowert 
Biocomposite made from up to 75% grass cellulose and post-industrial recycled plastics. This product is recyclable, durable, and resistant to scuffing, swelling, and shrinkage. As a bioplastic, AgriPlast is suitable for injection molding and extrusion, with a minimal wall thickness of 0.33 mm. Previously, Biowert incoporated AgriPlast into the decking product shown here, Terrassenprofil. Current applications include consumer products such as toys, eyeglass frames, and storage boxes, as well as technical components.  
CMF: ecosystem health, circularity

5. PET FOAM 
EchoPanel® | Kirei USA 
Lightweight acoustic panel made from 100% Polyethylene terephthalate (PET or PETE) felt, 60% of which comes from post-consumer content. Commonly known as polyester, or the recycling code 1, PET is one of three plastics commonly accepted by curbside recycling programs (along with #2 HDPE and #5 PP). The panels are available in 36 vibrant colors, in formats that measure ~4' x 9' at 1/2" or 1" thickness. The panels can be applied to walls, ceilings, office furniture, and wall panel systems. They are easily cut, and also tackable. 
CMF: human health, circularity

6. FLAX COMPOSITE 
Ekoa® | Lingrove 
Composite material made from rapidly renewable flax fibers and plant resin. The product is made by first drying flax fibers, then processing them into a unidirectional fabric. This flax fabric matrix is combined with biobased resin to form veneers, sheet goods, panels, and edgebanding. Ekoa® is available in eight colorways, and is suitable for interior applications including walls, ceilings, cabinetry, and signage. 
CMF: human health, ecosystem health, circularity

7. OCEAN PLASTIC TEXTILE 
Ocean Waste Textile | Clean Impact Textiles 
Textile made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester, containing up to 50% ocean plastic waste. Clean Impact Textiles partners with initiatives that collect, separate, clean, and process ocean plastic into raw polymers. This upcycled material is then transformed into yarns and woven into textiles. Applications include apparel, drapery, and wall coverings.  
CMF: ecosystem health, circularity

8. CORNSTARCH FOAM 
Green Cell Foam | KTM Industries  
A backyard compostable packaging material made from corn grown in the U.S. It offers a renewable alternative to styrofoam and other petroleum-based foams used for single-use packaging. It is suitable for applications that require shock absorption and thermal insulation. 
CMF: human health, ecosystem health, circularity

9. 100% RECYCLED HDPE 
MultiPak Handles | PakTech 
A sustainable packaging solution made of 100% recycled and recyclable high-density polyethylene (HDPE, #2) plastic. HDPE is a durable, flexible, and food safe material. It is one of three plastics widely accepted by curbside recycling programs (along with #1 PETE and #5 PP). Standard applications include handles for consumer beverages. The product is available in over 30 standard color options, and is manufactured in the U.S.  
CMF: circularity

10. BANANA FIBER COMPOSITE 
BananaPlac | BarkTex 
A biocomposite sheet made from banana fiber and vegetable-based polyurethane (PU) in 1 mm thickness. Banana fibers are extracted from the leaves of the plant, often by hand. They are then washed and sundried. Applications for BananaPlac include cabinetry, wall coverings, and decorative material for consumer products. This product was developed through student research at the University of Rio de Janeiro. Production remains at a small scale.  
CMF: human health, ecosystem health, circularity

11. COFFEE PANEL 
Arabica Black Coffee Panels | Coffeebased 
Arabica Black Coffee Panels are composed of a veneer made with black coffee grounds applied to an MDF core. The veneer is made of waste coffee grounds collected near the manufacturing location in the Netherlands. Applications include interior signs, decorative paneling and furniture, preferably in vertical orientations as the veneer is not waterproof and sensitive to scratches.  
CMF: ecosystem health, circularity

12. BACTERIA BIOPLASTIC 
Enmat Biopolymer | TianAn Biological Materials  
Polyhydroxy-butyrate-co-valerate (PHBV) is a co-polymer generated by microorganisms. Enmat is produced from a non-GMO strain of bacteria, Ralstonia eutropha. These microorganisms are fed a mix of dextrose derived from corn and cassava, propionic acid, and nutrients such as phosphorus or nitrogen. The microorganisms produce polymeric masses within their cells, which are extracted to produce bioplastic. The resulting PHBV can be home composted. 
CMF: human health

13. SEAWEED COATING 
Ocean Paper | Notpla 
A paper-like material made from by-products of seaweed processing. Seaweed is a fast-growing, regenerative macroalgae that is widespread in oceans around the world. Compared to paper made from virgin wood pulp, Notpla paper has an 88% lower global warming potential (GWP). The product is recyclable and home compostable. Applications include printing paper and packaging. Notpla's food container products replace petroleum-based coatings with 100% seaweed coatings.  
CMF: human health, ecosystem health, circularity

14. RECYCLED ROOF PANEL 
Everboard | ReWall Essential Board 
Everboard is a roof cover board made from 95% post-industrial and post-consumer plastic and cellulose fiber. It is made by shredding a patented blend of recycled materials that are compressed into panels, then faced with a fiberglass mat on one side and a fiber facer on the other. The panels provide a sustainable alternative to gypsum-based roof boards and are rated for Very Severe Hail (FM's highest classification). The panels measure 1/2" x 4' x 8'. For every 1000-sf installed, 800 lbs. of plastics and 1200 lbs. of paper are diverted from landfill. The product is fully recyclable at the end of its life cycle.  
CMF: climate health, ecosystem health, circularity

The Common Materials Framework (CMF) organizes sustainability factors into five industry-standard categories: human health; climate health; ecosystem health; social health & equity; and circularity.