Redefining Ingredients Through Nature-Inspired Innovation
THE PROBLEM
Microplastic Pollution
Plastic microparticles (ingredients) are not biodegradable, so they accumulate and persist for centuries — contaminating ecosystems, our food, and our bodies, and putting both our planet and health at risk.
OUR SOLUTION
Biodegradable Microspheres
At Naturbeads, we prevent microplastic pollution by replacing microplastics particles with natural, biodegradable ingredients. Tackling the problem at the source while maintaining the same performance and cost as plastics through innovative particle technology.
Replacing plastic microparticles with biodegradable cellulose • High-performance, microplastic-free formulations • Sustainable particle technology for cosmetics, life science, coatings & industry • Same performance as plastics, without the lasting footprint
Exploring the versatility across application areas
Our cellulose-based microspheres replace plastic particles across multiple sectors, combining scientific precision with real-world sustainability.
The Performance of Plastic with the Biodegradability of Cellulose
Delivering high-performance materials that combine plastic-like functionality with the natural biodegradability of cellulose.
100% biodegradable
Biodegradable
Superior sensory effect
Perfect SPHERICITY
Optimal oil adsorption
Controlled Porosity
1–50 µm
Wide Range of Particle Sizes
Traceable with full dossier
Certified
Scalable, high-throughput
Cost-Competitive
For hydrophilic and hydrophobic formulations
Controlled wettability
Cellulose from certified industry
Sustainable
Where Science Meets Engineering
At Naturbeads, we start from cellulose — the same natural polymer that makes up trees — and transform it into perfectly spherical, biodegradable particles without altering its chemistry. Our patented process ensures full biodegradability while allowing precise control over particle size, porosity, color, and surface smoothness.
Designed for scalability and efficiency, the technology operates as a continuous process that recycles all solvents used, minimizing both environmental impact and energy consumption. It can also be adapted to different biopolymers, opening the door to novel sustainable materials beyond cellulose.
After three years of supplying samples from our pilot plant, our first commercial-scale facility is now in operation — a key step toward meeting growing global demand for biodegradable alternatives to plastics.
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Naturbeads is proudly supported by a global network of investors who share our mission to replace microplastics with sustainable, biodegradable alternatives. Their trust and commitment empower us to scale innovation, expand production, and accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, circular economy.
Backed by Visionaries Who Believe in a Plastic-Free Future
Naturbeads is proudly supported by a global network of investors who share our mission to replace microplastics with sustainable, biodegradable alternatives. Their trust and commitment empower us to scale innovation, expand production, and accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, circular economy.
