Core Viewpoint - Algenesis Labs has launched the world's first 100% plant-based isocyanate, Bio-Iso™, marking a revolutionary breakthrough in the polyurethane chemistry field, which aligns with global sustainability goals and meets increasing environmental regulations and consumer demand for safe, eco-friendly materials [2][4]. Production and Capacity Expansion - Algenesis Labs has commenced production at its pilot plant for Bio-Iso™ and is focused on expanding its production capacity in San Diego, California, while seeking strategic partners for global industrialization [4]. - The company has released a technical data package detailing the performance of Soleic® TPU materials made with Bio-Iso™ [4]. Environmental Impact - The introduction of Bio-Iso™ aims to break the cycle of environmental pollution and hazardous processes associated with traditional petroleum-based isocyanates, as it eliminates fossil carbon and phosgene from the supply chain [4][5]. Product Development - Algenesis Labs has developed bio-based polyols, bio-based polyurethane foams, and bio-based thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU) from algae and non-food plants, marketed under the B2B brand Soleic® [5]. - The new Bio-Iso™ combined with bio-based polyols can produce 100% bio-based TPU, with several products already certified by the USDA as bio-based [6][10]. Product Certification and Applications - The Soleic® TPU products have varying levels of bio-based content, with TPU 1295A at 59%, TPU 1270A at 76%, TPU 1260D at 56%, and polyol LV-02 at 100% [6][10]. - Soleic™ bio-based polyols are utilized in soft polyurethane foam applications, initially used in flip-flops and later in Blueview shoes [7]. Strategic Partnerships - Algenesis is expanding its Soleic™ product line into breathable waterproof textiles and injection-molded products, having signed a collaboration agreement with Trelleborg for TPU coating on fabrics and partnered with RhinoShield for phone case production [9].