About UPM

UPM (UPM-Kymmene Oyj), established in 1996, and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, is a global leader in sustainable forest-based materials. Through UPM Biochemicals, it supplies innovative bio-based polymer additives derived from lignin and wood-based renewables. These high-renewable-carbon (>94%), low-CO₂ footprint additives serve as functional fillers and binders, acting as semi-reinforcing alternatives to carbon black and silica. They enhance strength, dispersion, and sustainability in rubber and plastics for automotive, packaging, and industrial applications.

UPM Circular Renewable Black™

UPM Circular Renewable Black™ by UPM is a renewable, detectable, bio-based functional filler in rubber and thermoplastic compounds. It offers excellent thermal stability during recycling confirmed by melt flow index (MFI) and oxidation induction time (OIT). It provides significantly improved carbon footprint of masterbatch compared to masterbatches using fossil additives and pigments. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It allows for NIR detectability of the base polymer, thus enabling sorting and recycling of black-colored plastic products.</li><li>It is made from certified feedstock from sustainably managed forests under FSC™ and PEFC, reducing dependence on fossil resources. </li> <li>It provides premium asthetics, transparency ensured through ISCC+ certification and an independent life cycle assessment conducted according to ISO 14040/44 standards. </li> <li>UPM Circular Renewable Black™ has an outstanding climate performance with a negative carbon footprint from cradle-to-gate considering biogenic carbon. </li> <li>It provides deep, rich black coloration that meets the highest standards for luxury packaging and premium products. </li></ul>

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BioMotion™ X20

BioMotion™ X20 by UPM is a bio-based, semi-reinforcing functional filler with more than 94% renewable carbon. It offers 90% lower carbon footprint compared to standard furnace carbon black. It is 100% electric insulating and prevents electrochemical corrosion. It can replace fossil-base highly carbondioxide intensive carbon-black and precipitated silica. It is clean and free of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH). It is 25% lighter than conventional fillers with higher material-efficiency and better fuel economy. It exhibits strong interaction and reinforcement in polar rubbers such as NBR, AEM, ACM, and FKM, as well as non-polar rubbers like EPDM, SBR, or NR. It is used in extrusion and injection molding applications. Suitable for elastomers, TPE, TPV, and plastic applications. BioMotion™ X20 is recommended for automotive weatherstripping, hoses, seals, interior, exterior plastic parts, and other industrial rubber applications. Complies with Commission Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2013.

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BioMotion™ X40

BioMotion™ X40 by UPM is a bio-based, semi-reinforcing functional filler with more than 94% renewable carbon. It is 100% electric insulating and prevents electrochemical corrosion. It is 25% lighter than conventional fillers with higher material-efficiency and better fuel economy. It can replace fossil-base highly carbondioxide intensive carbon-black and precipitated silica. It is clean and free of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH). It offers 90% lower carbon footprint compared to standard furnace carbon black. It exhibits strong interaction and reinforcement in polar rubbers such as NBR, AEM, ACM, and FKM, as well as non-polar rubbers like EPDM, SBR, or NR. Suitable for extrusion & injection molding applications, elastomers, TPE, TPV, and plastic applications. BioMotion™ X40 is recommended for automotive weatherstripping, hoses, seals, interior, exterior plastic parts, and other industrial rubber applications. Complies with Commission Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2013.

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