A revolutionary binder made from zein, a biobased and sustainable corn protein. Designed to bind a variety of biomass materials into durable, high-performance composite materials.

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Unlock the Power of Biomass with AmalgAmaize™ 

AmalgAmaize™ is a revolutionary binder made from zein, a renewable, biobased protein derived from corn. It’s designed to bind a variety of biomass materials, such as sawdust, rice husks, or other agricultural residues, into durable, high-performance composite materials. Ideal for applications in construction, furniture, and more, AmalgAmaize offers an environmentally friendly, compostable, and sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic binders.

Why Choose AmalgAmaize?

  • Innovation Meets Sustainability: AmalgAmaize’s base of zein, a protein that is both renewable and compostable, brings the benefits of biobased chemistry into the world of composites.

  • High Performance: Whether you need extrusion or molding capabilities, AmalgAmaize delivers reliable performance, ensuring your products meet the highest standards.
  • Market Opportunity: With increasing demand for green building materials and sustainable products, AmalgAmaize offers a unique competitive advantage for businesses looking to lead in the eco-conscious market.

Key Benefits

Sustainability: As a biobased binder, AmalgAmaize contributes to the circular economy by utilizing agricultural byproducts and reducing reliance on petroleum-based resins.

Strength and Durability: AmalgAmaize bonds biomass particles together into high-strength composites that are perfect for construction materials, furniture production, and other durable goods.

Compostability: Unlike synthetic adhesives, AmalgAmaize is fully compostable, making it an ideal choice for eco-conscious manufacturers and customers looking for green alternatives.

Versatility: Whether extruded or molded, AmalgAmaize can be customized to meet the needs of different production processes, ensuring flexibility in manufacturing and design.

Applications

Construction Materials: Use AmalgAmaize to create strong, lightweight composites for building materials, such as panels, insulation, and flooring.

Furniture: Create eco-friendly furniture products with AmalgAmaize-bound composite boards that are both functional and sustainable.

Packaging: Utilize AmalgAmaize in eco-friendly packaging solutions that are strong and compostable.

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