From November 12–14, 2025, YUTOECO participated in the Sustainable Packaging Summit 2025 held in Utrecht, the Netherlands, organized by Packaging Europe, a leading media platform in the packaging industry. The event brought together global experts to discuss packaging innovations addressing environmental challenges and the future of sustainable packaging. Main Stage: Diversifying Fibre Sources At the summit, Jerome, R&D expert from YUTOECO, joined other speakers to exchange insights and breakthroughs on the topic “Diversifying Fibre Sources.” The discussion centered on three key areas: - Analyzing the precarious of wood-based fibers in packaging (including environmental impacts of logging, supply shortages caused by wildfires, and rising costs from PPWR/EUDR regulations). - Explore how alternative fibers can build supply chain resilience, as well as existing challenges and technological breakthroughs. - Discussing the scaling up for alternative raw materials and fostering collaboration across the global value chain. During the discussion, Jerome mentioned, “In truth, environmentalism is never a binary choice between black and white, but rather a continuous ladder of improvement. Traditional paper packages hold environmental advantages over disposable plastic ones, while paper packages made from alternative fibres represent an even more sustainable choice.” Innovative Fiber Technology Drives Sustainability At YUTOECO’s booth, a range of cutting-edge sustainable packaging technologies and cross-industry solutions were showcased, including: - FluoZero® — a plant-based, PFAS-free oil-resistant technology - Extruliber™ — an advanced dry fiber molding process - Plant-based cushioning materials and Algae inks These innovations highlight YUTOECO’s strong R&D capabilities and our firm commitment to driving the future of sustainable packaging. In addition to innovation in plant fiber products, we continue to advance in the field of printing inks, consistently developing and launching more eco-friendly solutions — such as algae-based inks. Leading the Way of Packaging Sustainability Beyond showcasing solutions, YUTOECO continues to explore new eco-friendly raw materials. In addition to widely used fibers such as bagasse and bamboo, we are actively researching alternative renewable fibers like giant fungus grass and bamboo shoot shell, efficiently utilizing natural resources. What's more, YUTOECO is also continuously optimizing our production processes to enhance sustainability and minimize environmental impact throughout the packaging lifecycle. Through its participation in the Sustainable Packaging Summit, YUTOECO not only joined global partners in exploring fiber diversification strategies but also demonstrated our progress in sustainable innovation. Looking ahead, YUTOECO will continue advancing eco-friendly material R&D and manufacturing upgrades, working with partners across the value chain to build more resilient, sustainable packaging...

YUTOECO, a leading force in the eco-friendly packaging industry, has recently introduced FluoZero, a revolutionary PFAS-free greaseproof technology designed specifically for molded fiber food packaging, addressing key pain points in sustainable and high-performance greaseproof solutions. In the current catering packaging industry, the demand for PFAS-free greaseproof solutions is on the rise. However, existing alternatives have significant drawbacks. “in-slurry” PFAS-free solutions often face temperature limitations and offer only short-term greaseproof performance. Moreover, many of these solutions are derived from fossil-based materials, making them not only non-renewable but also non-biodegradable. Surface process solutions, such as lamination, may contain plastics, are relatively expensive, and some, like silicon-based coatings, may even pose risks to human health. FluoZero stands out as a remarkable solution to these challenges. It is not only completely PFAS-free but is also entirely plant-based and made from agricultural by-products, making it a sustainable and renewable option. FluoZero-treated products have a super-dense physical structure that effectively resists grease, which can withstand a wide range of temperatures, from -34°C to 220°C, maintaining long-term (8 hours) protection. This makes it suitable for a diverse range of applications, including frozen food packaging, airline meals, and high-temperature food containers for fried foods. In addition to its outstanding greaseproof and temperature resistance capabilities, FluoZero also offers improvements in product strength. Products made with FluoZero are thinner yet stronger than traditional molded fiber products, with increased bending stiffness and bursting strength. This not only reduces shipping costs but also accelerates the performance iteration of molded fiber products, such as the production of molded fiber cutleries, paper-based non-packaging structural components, and so on. YUTOECO's FluoZero technology has made significant progress, successfully obtaining USDA biobased certification and compostable certifications from BPI, Din Certco, while meeting FDA food contact regulations. This breakthrough effectively addresses the challenge of PFAS-free greaseproof in molded fiber products, making it ideal for high-temperature, greaseproof applications such as airline meal boxes and takeaway containers. Besides catering industries, FluoZero also shows great potential in industrial packaging, providing a more sustainable and reliable solution for products like hair dye mixing trays. YUTOECO's launch of FluoZero is in line with its long-standing commitment to sustainability. Since the establishment of the YUTOECO brand, the company has been dedicated to eco-friendly packaging solutions, shifting from process innovation to material innovation. FluoZero represents a significant step forward in this journey, offering a packaging solution that is not only high-performing but also safe...

From November 12-14, 2024, YUTOECO participated in the Sustainable Packaging Summit 2024 in Amsterdam, hosted by Packaging Europe, a leading packaging industry media outlet. This year’s summit, themed “PACKAGING IN A CHANGING WORLD”, gathered industry experts to discuss packaging innovations that address environmental challenges and explore the future of sustainable packaging solutions. Innovation Stage: Plant Fiber Packaging Insights Our Vice President, Howard Ma, took the Innovation Stage to deliver an insightful presentation on the opportunities and challenges in plant fiber packaging. He addressed the unique value that plant fibers bring to sustainable packaging, shedding light on both the hurdles and technical achievements in creating effective, environmentally friendly alternatives. The presentation attracted a significant audience interested in plant fiber packaging, sparking a lively Q&A session where attendees engaged with Howard on a deeper level. Diverse Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions At our booth, YUTOECO showcased an array of plant fiber packaging solutions designed for different sectors and applications, demonstrating our ability to provide customized eco-friendly packaging options. Among the highlights were the cellulose eco lucent membrane solution and the crispy solution for food packaging—both featured in Howard’s presentation. Each sample underscored our commitment to advancing plant fiber packaging through R&D and design, aligning with our mission to support sustainable practices across industries. Expanding Innovation and Pushing Boundaries Beyond the solutions displayed at the summit, YUTOECO is constantly pursuing new advancements. In addition to well-known materials like sugarcane and bamboo, we’re actively researching alternative plant fibers, aiming to optimize resource efficiency while offering clients more versatile options. Meanwhile, we are also refining our production processes to make them more sustainable, reducing the environmental footprint of our packaging products. Our journey toward sustainable packaging solutions is ongoing. YUTOECO is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in plant fiber technology, not only meeting today’s sustainability standards but setting the stage for a greener future.